General Fundraising Volunteer

The role of the Fundraising Volunteer is to support the Charity by helping with one-off or regular fundraising and awareness events or activities; which have been co-ordinated by the Charity; a local Fundraising Group; or independently. Main tasks: Tasks may include one or some of the following: *Attending local fundraising events. * Being a volunteer representative of the Charity in public * Selling Charity merchandise and non-branded goods * Accepting donations from the public * Giving out information leaflets and contact details * Setting up and taking down of gazebos; tables and chairs; etc * Counting and reporting income * Liaising with event organisers outside of the Charity.

What skills do I need?

Desired skills/abilities: * Own transport * Ability to lift and handle boxes and event equipment * Basic financial skills for giving change and reporting totals of income * Good people skills and ability to communicate with people of all ages * Ability to help at weekends and / or evenings. What you will gain from volunteering in this role: * Working with others as part of a small team * Meeting the public; working partnerships (clients and their assistance dogs) and other volunteers such as Puppy Socialisers * Organisational and financial skills * Opportunity to raise money and awareness for the Charity in your local region at times to fit around you with no minimum time commitment.

When do I need to be available?