Fundraising Support Volunteer - Ullapool, United Kingdom - British Red Cross Volunteer

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Could you play an important role in helping us to raise vital funds for people in crisis? Our Fundraising Support volunteers are involved in lots of activities from collecting donations to arranging and participating in events across the UK and virtually.

If you are interested in meeting new people and supporting us to raise money, this opportunity may be for you
We are looking for Fundraising Support Volunteers to help generate interest in their community in what we do and how others can help.
Organise and support fundraising activities.
Actively support and organise support and participation. - Driving is preferable but not essential.

- You will need to have use of your own phone and laptop or computer.

- While driving and owning a computer/phone would be preferable, this will depend on where the volunteer is located and the size of their community.


Diversity Diversity is something we celebrate.

We want you to be able to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross and feel that you belong.

We want to create an inclusive environment and promote and spread the power of kindness.

As part of creating an inclusive space we have an expenses policy that prioritises volunteers not being out of pocket for expenses linked to your role.

If upfront costs are difficult, you can speak to your volunteering manager about this to find alternatives. We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us. We want volunteering to be accessible to everyone.
Health and Safety Statement We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety.

We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment and will also have a conversation with you to discuss and identify any adjustments you may need.


Why we want you:
This is an exciting opportunity for you to get involved by supporting our fundraising team. Every year, we organise a large number of fundraising activities, events and collections across the country and virtually.

As a Fundraising Support Volunteer, you can help raise money to enable the Red Cross to provide the support necessary to those in crisis in the UK and across the world - whether that is food, clothing, first aid, cash, healthcare, or emotional support.

- Tasks: Representing the Red Cross in your time, in your community

  • Generating interest in your community in what we do and how they can help
  • Supporting with fundraising activities (online and in person where available)
  • Actively supporting or organising support and participation at events and collections
  • Skills: Enthusiasm, organisational and people skills
  • An interest in meeting people from a wide variety of backgrounds
  • Own means of transport would be beneficial
  • Benefits: Gain experience and confidence or build on existing skills
  • A role to suit your skills and interests
  • The knowledge that you are making a difference to people's lives
  • Be the power of kindness in your community

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