About the Organisation
Guide Dogs For The Blind Association
What you will be doing
Our fundraising groups are an important presence in our local communities. They organise a wide range of events and collections that raise vital awareness and funds for our life-changing services that support people with sight loss.
Are you looking for a volunteer role where you can make a difference by raising vital funds for Guide Dogs? With little time to spare, you can still join your local fundraising group at events or collections as a Volunteer Fundraiser.
What's in it for you?
In this flexible role, you can get involved as much or as little as works for you. You can help by: Getting involved and supporting local events run by your team, which could include anything from quiz nights to coffee mornings, to collections or sponsored walks. Using your communication skills to chat and tell people about Guide Dogs and why we need their support. Helping spread the word about your team’s events on social media and to your local networks. Using your imagination and creativity to suggest new fundraising ideas that could raise money for Guide Dogs. All suggestions are welcome! Don’t worry if you don’t feel you can tick every box, we’d love to hear from you! We’re always open to suggestions and we’re very happy to chat and find out what’s possible.
What skills will you need?
Activities
Administration,Community Work,Fundraising,Events & Stewarding,Employee & Group Volunteering
Skills & Attributes
Organising & Planning, Working part of Team, Communication Skills, Listening Skills
Skills Description
All our volunteers are given the training they need to support them in their role. This is usually delivered online through an engaging and interactive training programme, but can also be offered in other formats. Examples of the modules you will be learning for this role include: How to organise an event. Ideas for successful fundraising events. In this flexible role, you can get involved as much or as little as works for you. You can help by: Getting involved and supporting local events run by your team, which could include anything from quiz nights to coffee mornings, to collections or sponsored walks. Using your communication skills to chat and tell people about Guide Dogs and why we need their support. Helping spread the word about your team’s events on social media and to your local networks. Using your imagination and creativity to suggest new fundraising ideas that could raise money for Guide Dogs. All suggestions are welcome! Don’t worry if you don’t feel you can tick every box, we’d love to hear from you! We’re always open to suggestions and we’re very happy to chat and find out what’s possible.
What's the time commitment and where?
Time Commitment
Flexible
Role Address
SM1 1NU
How can I apply?
Please complete the form below and we will put you in contact with the organisation. It’s helpful if you can tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the message box below.
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