Blue Box Collectors
Our Blue Box Collectors help raise vital funds for the hospice, through building relationships with local businesses and supporters out about in the local community to encourage them to have a blue box to support the hospice.
What will I be doing?
- Taking and replacing blue boxes out into the community to businesses that already support the hospice
- Continue to build relationships with current businesses who support the hospice
- Building relationships with new businesses to encourage them to have a collection box on behalf of the hospice
- Be a representative of the hospice in the local community
What skills and experience will I need?
- Enthusiastic and approachable
- Good communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning and organisation skills
- Understanding of cash handling
- Empathy and understanding
How often will I be volunteering?
This role requires a few hours of support per month. You will also need access to your own vehicle as part of this role.
What Support will I get?
As a volunteer you will receive an in-depth volunteer onboarding and induction process. You will receive ongoing support and training from the volunteer and fundraising team at the Hospice.
Why should I volunteer for The Mary Stevens Hospice?
Becoming a Blue Box Collector is a fulfilling and impactful opportunity. You will play a crucial role ins supporting our mission to provide essential care, compassion and kindness to individuals and families living with life-limiting illnesses. By dedicating your time and skills, you will contribute to generating much-needed funds that enable the Hospice to continue to care for your community in their greatest time of need.
Other benefits of Volunteering?
Not only will you be part of a wonderful fundraising volunteer team, you will also become a valued member of the wider Hospice volunteers. You will have the opportunity to join in with socials, celebration events, come along to drop - in sessions to ask questions, share feedback about your volunteering experience, gain long service awards and make meaningful connections along the way.
Other things to note:
Please note that we can only accept applications for this role if you are 18 years or older.
You may be required to undergo training where required and you may be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
To become a Blue Box collector, please complete the volunteer application form on the right hand side under 'I would like to volunteer.'
If you have any questions or would like the application form in a different format please email volunteer@marystevenshospice.co.uk or call 01384 443 010 and ask for the volunteer team.
