Foster a dog, help a whole family find freedom

By looking after a dog in your home, you can support a family on their journey to freedom from domestic abuse.

If you are interested in becoming a foster carer for Freedom - visit our website here for more information on fostering and to apply: https://www.dogstrustfreedom.org.uk/foster-a-dog/overview

Why volunteer with Freedom?

For dog owners experiencing domestic abuse, the idea of leaving their beloved pet behind is unthinkable. But, unfortunately, most refuges are unable to accept dogs. This means that people and their dogs often remain in dangerous situations.

By fostering with Freedom, you can help remove the barriers preventing someone from accessing safe accommodation, reassured in the knowledge that their dog is being loved and cared for until they can be safely reunited. As a Freedom foster carer, you’re not only helping a dog in their time of need, you're supporting a whole family on their journey towards freedom.

When you foster with Freedom, you get:

 All the benefits of sharing your home with a dog, typically for 4 to 8 months

 All expenses including food, equipment and veterinary care covered

 Full support from our experienced Freedom team

 Pride in knowing you’re helping somebody and their dog find Freedom

Welcoming a foster dog

Our experienced team work with the dog's owner to learn about their pet's health, behaviour and how they're cared for, so we can carefully match individual dogs with foster carers who will best fit their lifestyle. While the dog stays with you, the Freedom team will provide ongoing advice and support, plus we'll take photos so we can keep the dog's owner updated on how they're doing.

Without our volunteers and especially our Fundraising Groups we wouldn’t be able to support people living with sight loss live their lives actively, independently, and well. We are looking to build up the Fundraising Group in Guildford and really need several Deputy Group coordinators, to help organise the groups fundraising activities.

In this lead volunteer role, you would be a key contact for fundraising in the area, the role would involve speaking with local businesses about fundraising opportunities for example, at local shopping centres, supermarkets, local events; organise fundraising activities for example quiz nights, bowling nights, sponsored walks, murder mysteries or anything else you can think of. You would build good working relationships with other volunteers in your group and make sure fundraising policies and procedures are followed and records are maintained.

Guide Dogs would provide specific training for this role which includes Data Protection – GDPR training; Volunteer Coordinating training; and a Welcome Induction Event. You will also have a dedicated volunteer manager who can provide ongoing support; as well as being able to connect with a good network of other volunteers. We have some experienced volunteer Fundraising Group Coordinators who are only too happy to help with advice and support.

In return, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our life-changing guide dogs and other vital services. You’ll also gain experiences, memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

To apply for this role, click 'fill in an application'.

As a fundraising volunteer for Guide Dogs, you’ll be part of a team in your local area that shares stories about what we do and raises vital funds to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. From planning events and helping at collections, to placing our iconic guide dog collection boxes with local businesses – you’ll get to hear inspiring stories, meet incredible people and dogs, and see the difference you’re making firsthand.

We’ve got volunteer roles to suit all passions, skillsets and schedules. You can make the role your own and you only need to take on as much as works for you.

You’ll have the full support of your team, a dedicated Guide Dogs volunteer manager, and you’ll also receive any training you might need to help you in your role. We also cover all reasonable expenses related to your volunteering.

In return, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our life-changing guide dogs and other vital services. You’ll also gain experiences, memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

The Puppy Raiser role is a full-on volunteering role, whereby you look after a future life-changing puppy for a year, from when they are about 9 weeks old until they are around 18 months. You will play a huge role in the social development of the puppy, guiding him or her through training, socialisation, introduction of new environments and experiences, whilst providing a loving home. They are young puppies when they first arrive so all the usual toilet training, chewing etc does occur; but if you can cope with that it is such a rewarding role.

You will take your puppy along to monthly puppy classes where you will be supported with their training, we use a programme called Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) which is based on positive reinforcement. You will be supported by other puppy raisers as well as a dedicated volunteer manager.

Ideally you will have enough time to invest in raising a puppy and attending to their needs, have someone at home who is physically able to handle large breed dogs (around 25 – 40 kg), access to a car so that you can get your puppy used to travelling, the agreement of your landlord to have a dog in the property if you rent your home and a safe secure area outside for your puppy to go to the toilet.

You’ll get the rewarding feeling of watching a mischievous puppy learn new training techniques to help them develop into a guide dog. The opportunity to participate in our bespoke world-class training programme which can help you train your own dogs or advance a future career in dog handling.

Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to volunteering with us, including veterinary costs, food costs for the puppy and other materials needed for the puppy’s training.

What you’ll be doing
As a Big Brother Big Sister volunteer, you’ll be matched with a child or young person and spend regular time together building a positive, trusted relationship.

This is a long-term mentoring role where your time, consistency and encouragement can have a lasting impact. It’s not about doing anything extraordinary — it’s about showing up, spending time together, and helping a young person build confidence, try new experiences, and feel valued.

What this might look like:

• Meeting regularly (around an hour a week)
• Doing simple activities together — going for a walk, playing games, or trying something new
• Being a consistent, positive role model
• Building trust over time through conversation and shared experiences

What we’re looking for:

• Someone reliable and able to commit long-term
• Friendly, patient and approachable
• Able to build a positive, supportive relationship with a young person
• Comfortable working within boundaries and guidance from staff

What you’ll get from it:

• The chance to make a real, lasting difference in a young person’s life
• A meaningful one-to-one connection
• Full training and ongoing support from our team

Important to know:

• Full training will be provided
• An enhanced DBS check is required for this role
• We’ll support you every step of the way

What you’ll be doing
The Welcome Desk is the first point of contact for people coming into our service, so this role is all about creating a friendly, calm and organised environment from the moment someone arrives.

You’ll help people feel at ease, understand what’s available, and make sure everything runs smoothly at the front of house.

Tasks might include:

• Welcoming people as they arrive and signing them in
• Checking what support they might need that day
• Answering phone calls and passing on messages
• Supporting with basic admin tasks
• Helping create a calm and approachable front-of-house atmosphere

What we’re looking for:

• Someone warm, approachable and organised
• Comfortable talking to a range of people
• Able to stay calm if it gets busy
• Basic confidence with admin tasks (we’ll support you)

What you’ll get from it:

• Being a key part of how people experience the service
• Lots of varied interaction with people
• The chance to make people feel welcome and supported from the start

What you’ll be doing
Our allotment is a calm, positive space where people can get outdoors, learn new skills, and take a break from day-to-day pressures. As an Allotment Support Volunteer, you’ll help create and maintain this space alongside staff and the people who use our services.

It’s a relaxed, hands-on role with plenty of opportunity for conversation and connection.

Tasks might include:

• Supporting with general gardening tasks (planting, weeding, watering)
• Helping maintain a tidy and welcoming allotment space
• Encouraging and working alongside service users
• Sharing knowledge or learning together — no expertise needed
• Having a chat while you work — it’s just as important as the task

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who enjoys being outdoors
• Happy to get involved in practical tasks
• Friendly and encouraging with others
• No gardening experience needed — just a willingness to join in

What you’ll get from it:

• Time outdoors in a relaxed environment
• The chance to support others in a positive, hands-on way
• Being part of something that grows (literally and personally)

What you’ll be doing
As an Arts & Crafts Volunteer, you’ll help create a space where people can express themselves, try something new, and enjoy being creative.

You don’t need to be an expert — it’s about encouraging participation, sharing ideas, and helping people feel comfortable having a go.

Tasks might include:

• Supporting arts and crafts activities alongside staff
• Setting up and tidying away materials
• Chatting and encouraging people to get involved
• Sharing simple creative ideas or skills
• Helping create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere

What we’re looking for:

• Someone creative or happy to get involved in creative activities
• Friendly, patient and encouraging
• Comfortable supporting people at their own pace
• No formal experience needed

What you’ll get from it:

• A chance to be creative and have fun
• Meaningful interaction with the people we support
• Seeing the positive impact of creativity on wellbeing

What you’ll be doing
Our kitchen is at the heart of what we do. As a Kitchen Helper, you’ll support the team in preparing simple meals, making drinks, and keeping the space clean and welcoming.

This role is about more than just food — it’s about creating a space where people feel comfortable, valued and looked after.

Tasks might include:

• Supporting with basic meal prep
• Making teas and coffees for people using the service
• Keeping the kitchen clean and tidy
• Washing up and maintaining hygiene standards
• Chatting with people while you work — a friendly face goes a long way

What we’re looking for:

• Someone friendly and approachable
• Happy to get stuck in and work as part of a team
• Comfortable in a busy environment at times
• No experience needed — just a willingness to learn

What you’ll get from it:

• A chance to be part of a supportive, welcoming team
• Real connection with the people who use our services
• The opportunity to make a visible difference each day

What you’ll be doing
As a Social Volunteer, your role is all about connection. You’ll spend time with people who use our services — chatting, playing games, and helping create a relaxed and positive environment.

For many people, having someone to talk to or share time with can make a huge difference.

Tasks might include:

• Having conversations over tea or coffee
• Playing games, doing puzzles, or joining in activities
• Supporting people with small tasks (forms, phone calls, etc.)
• Encouraging people to get involved in groups or activities
• Simply being present, friendly and approachable

What we’re looking for:

• Someone kind, patient and easy to talk to
• Comfortable meeting people from different backgrounds
• Able to listen without judgement
• No specialist experience needed — just being yourself is enough

What you’ll get from it:

• Meaningful one-to-one connection
• Insight into people’s lives and experiences
• A chance to make a real difference just by showing up

Become a Home Visiting Volunteer and Make a Difference

Home Visiting Volunteers come from many different backgrounds and vary in age but all are either parents themselves or have parenting experience and are carefully selected for their friendliness and understanding.  They provide informal, friendly emotional support and practical help to families. Whether it’s holding a baby so mum can shower, playing with toddlers so a parent can rest, or simply being a listening ear - your time and empathy can change lives.

All our home visiting volunteers attend a preparation course, undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references before being matched with a family who they will visit once a week, for approximately 2-3 hours.

Why Volunteer With Us?

• 🤝 Make a real difference in your local community
• 🎓 Free training and ongoing support
• 🚗 Travel expenses reimbursed
• 🧠 Learn new skills and build confidence
• 💬 Join a warm, supportive volunteer network
• 🎉 Enjoy social events and specialist talks

Requirements and Commitment:

• You must be a parent or have parenting experience
• As a Home-Start volunteer you will support a family by visiting them at home for around two to three hours once a week
• You should be able to commit at least one year of your time to Home-Start
• You should have a non-judgmental attitude and understand about the pressures of bringing up a family
• Be able to attend our free Volunteer Preparation Course with other new volunteers
• Have an understanding of and abide by our Confidentiality and Safeguarding policies
• Be able to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

We’ll support you every step of the way - with training, supervision, and thoughtful matching to a family who will benefit from your unique experience.

Volunteers take their own individual skills and experience to the families they visit. Talking and listening can empower families to overcome their difficult situations. Visits might include holding the baby while mum has a shower, playing with twin toddlers while mum has a sleep, taking parents shopping and showing them how to budget, being a listening ear to relieve isolation, modelling positive parenting and play.

What we offer you:

• An ongoing commitment to help volunteers fulfil their roles to the best of their ability
• Comprehensive and up-to-date information about Home-Start
• Individual interview with one of our co-ordinators before commencing training
• Free initial training before you commence as a home-visiting volunteer
• Opportunities for regular ongoing training
• Appropriate support and supervision, both individually and at volunteer support group meetings
• A thorough matching service when matching volunteers to new families 
• Re-imbursement of travel expenses
• Annual volunteer social events 

If you would like to find out more, to make an enquiry, please fill in an application and someone will be in touch with you. 

Children and Young People’s Activity Sessions Volunteer Role Profile 

The Organisation

LinkAble is a Woking based charity that has been supporting children, teens and adults with learning disabilities for over 30 years. We are passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live joyful and purpose-driven lives. The LinkAble community enjoys activities every day of the week and during school holidays in our fully accessible and inclusive centre in Woking. 

Aims of the Role

To support the running of our busy play and activity sessions for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. Sessions run during the day, in the evenings, at weekends and in school holidays.  We are seeking a team of volunteers with availability at different times.

Key Tasks

• Take part in session briefings so you know what is expected and know how best to get involved.
• Help set up sessions, ensuring the environment is safe and clean, setting up toys and equipment.
• Welcome children, young people and adults to the session and ensure they feel welcome.
• Interact with children, young people and adults as directed by the Group Leaders and sessional staff to enhance their experience.
• Support with getting drinks and snacks ready for children and young people’s breaks.
• Support groups who are going out to community activities or day trips.
• Clearing away toys and equipment and ensuring the environment is safe.
• Driving one of our charity vehicles if you’re happy to do so and meet our insurance requirements.

Required Skills

• Committed to empowering children, young people and adults who have learning disabilities to enjoy play, activity or social sessions.
• Keen to learn about communication, sensory or calming strategies that support people we support to get the most out of sessions.
• Committed to safeguarding principles and reporting and to following the Safeguarding Policy.
• Commitment to equality and diversity and following policies and procedures

Benefits to you

• Work as part of a friendly and welcoming team

• Gain skills in supporting children, young people and adults with learning disabilities.
• Reference provided for all volunteers who have been in post for 6 months.
• Satisfaction from supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives.
• Paid DBS check, induction and training.
• Expenses paid according to our volunteer policy.

Next Steps

• Send us your CV or email us detailing your skills and experience.
• We’ll conduct an informal interview to find out about your skills and reasons for volunteering.
• We’ll ask you to come along to one of our sessions and meet the people we support.
• We’ll support you to apply for a DBS which is required for this role.

Location

2 Board School Road, Woking GU21 5HE. A short walk from the town centre.  Limited parking available. Please note that our offices do have some stairs.

The Organisation

LinkAble is a charity in Woking that supports people with a learning disability and autistic people to create the life they want to live. Each year, LinkAble provides over 300 children, young people, and adults access to a wide range of activities that develop skills, confidence, and lasting friendships. 

The Role

Help us raise awareness of LinkAble and support our vital fundraising efforts! We're building a team of enthusiastic volunteers to represent LinkAble at local fairs, fetes, and community events. By joining us, you’ll help spread the word about our work while raising much-needed funds.

Key Tasks

Tasks for volunteers will include any or some the following:

• Setting up and running promotional stalls.

• Holding a tin or bucket at a collection.

• Engaging with members of the public to help promote our services.

• Talks to local groups about our services.

• Serving tea, coffee and cakes at local events.

• Basic administration duties for event organisation.

We'll supply promotional T-shirts and materials. We don't expect you to commit to all events, however attendance of a handful of events would make such a difference, and it's really fun! Once you are on the bank of volunteers, we'll contact you regularly to let you know about events we need help with.

Required Skills

• Personable manner with good verbal communication skills.

• Commitment to equality and diversity and following policies and procedures.

Benefits to you

• Work as part of a friendly and welcoming team.

• Satisfaction from supporting people with additional needs to live fulfilling lives.

• Paid DBS check, induction and training.

• Expenses paid according to our volunteer policy.

Next Steps

• Send us your CV or email us detailing your skills and experience.

• We’ll get in touch and arrange a time to meet with you and tell you about our charity.

• We’ll conduct an informal interview to find out about your skills and reasons for volunteering.

• We’ll support you to apply for a DBS which is required for this role.

Location

Our office is located 2 Board School Road, Woking GU21. A short walk from the town centre. Limited parking available. Please note that our offices do have some stairs.

The Organisation

LinkAble is a Woking based charity that has been supporting children, teens and adults with learning disabilities for over 30 years. We are passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live joyful and purpose-driven lives. The LinkAble community enjoys activities every day of the week and during school holidays in our fully accessible and inclusive centre in Woking. 

Aims of the Role

To support the running of our busy play and activity sessions for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities by driving 1 of our 3 minibuses. Sessions run during the day, in the evenings, at weekends and in school holidays. We are looking for a team of drivers with varying availability but particularly school holidays.

Key Tasks

• Drive one of our minibuses to various local community venues such as Brocketts Farm where are children, young people and adults are visiting.
• Wait at the venue and drive the minibus back to The Link where it will be parked.
• Report any issues with the vehicle or the journey to the Group Leader for the session.
• Complete vehicle checks.

Required Skills

• Physically fit and a careful driver who is confident in driving larger vehicles.
• Volunteer drivers do not need to have completed Midas Minibus training but do need to be over 21, have been driving for 3 years and have a clean driving license. Some vehicles require a D1 license.
• Be confident interacting with children, young people and adults who have learning disabilities, with support.
• Committed to safeguarding principles, reporting and to following the Safeguarding Policy.
• Commitment to equality and diversity and following policies and procedures.

Benefits to you

• Work as part of a friendly and welcoming team.

• Gain experience of minibus driving.
• Reference provided for all volunteers who have been in post for 6 months.
• Satisfaction from knowing supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives.
• Paid DBS check, induction and training.
• Expenses paid according to our volunteer policy.

Next Steps

• Send us your CV or email us detailing your skills and experience.
• We’ll conduct an informal interview to find out about your skills and reasons for volunteering.
• We’ll ask you to come along to one of our sessions and meet the people we support.
• We’ll support you to apply for a DBS which is required for this role.

Location

2 Board School Road, Woking GU21 5HE. A short walk from the town centre. Limited parking available. Please note that our offices do have some stairs.

Role Purpose

Our Event Volunteer role is vital in ensuring that we can help families of seriously ill children keep moving forward. From Cheer Squads - providing encouragement at cheer points for those participating in challenge events; running stalls at markets and events; helping with bucket collections; attending local events to raise our profile to getting into character as ‘Mo’ our owl mascot. The gift of your time is invaluable to our charity.

What we are looking for in our volunteers

We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, trustworthy people who enjoy being in a group with other volunteers. Depending on the event, you will need to be able to withstand all weather conditions and be happy to be on your feet… or not! Flexibility, self-motivation and the willingness to motivate others are all great traits for Event Volunteers.   

What’s in it for you?

You will be part of the Momentum team of volunteers and will meet plenty of other like-minded, friendly people at whatever event you choose to get involved in. You will gain satisfaction knowing that you have made a difference to the participants and raised the profile of Momentum at the event.

Hours required

Hours will vary, but it could be anything from 2-6 hours per event. This is an ad-hoc role and we will keep you informed of dates/times that we are looking for volunteer support. We will contact you when we need you and you are under no obligation to accept if you are otherwise busy.

Location

The locations will vary but much of our work and events are based in Surrey, Sussex and South West London.

How we’ll support you

There will be a key point of contact for you from the Momentum office and we’ll give you all the information you need prior to the event, such as meeting points, required resources and points of contact.

All our supported children are given a pebble painted with a character/design of their choice. 

We are always looking for people to paint these pebbles for us.

This is super flexible and can be done at home in your own time!

As a Collection Tin Volunteer, you’ll play a vital part in supporting Momentum’s fundraising in your local community. This is a friendly, social role that gets you out and about on your local high street, building positive relationships with shop owners, café staff, and pub teams who support our charity or want to start supporting us.

You’ll commit a few hours each month to finding new local businesses to support our cause, as well as visiting existing business supporters to collect full donation tins and replace them with empty ones (at least every three months).

You will be responsible for handling and banking cash in line with the Fundraising Regulator and Momentum’s policies with training and oversight from the Community Fundraiser. Your contribution helps raise essential funds while also spreading awareness of Momentum and the work we do for local families.

We are particularly keen to hear from volunteers able to cover the following areas:

Addlestone, Ashtead, Barnes, Chertsey, Chessington, Cobham, Dorking, Effingham, Epsom, Leatherhead, Shepperton, Sunbury, Sutton, Teddington, Twickenham, and Worcester Park.

By volunteering as a Collection Tin Volunteer, you’ll not only make a meaningful difference locally, but also gain new skills, confidence, and social connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Collecting full donation tins from local shops, cafés, pubs, and other venues
• Replacing collected tins with empty ones in a timely and professional manner
• Researching new areas and businesses for tins to be placed
• Building friendly, positive relationships with local business owners and staff
• Raising awareness of Momentum and its work to encourage new support
• Ensuring all collections follow Momentum’s policies and procedures
• Safely transporting collected tins and returning them as instructed
• Safely counting and banking cash collected in line with the charity’s policies
• Keeping the fundraising team informed of completed collections or any issues

Hours Required

Hours vary depending on your availability and assigned locations. You can volunteer on a regular basis or on an adhoc basis, and there is no obligation to accept a collection or drop-off if you are unavailable.

What We’re Looking for in Our Volunteers

We’re looking for people who are:

• Friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic about making a difference
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Comfortable chatting with members of the public and local businesses
• Well organised and able to work independently
• Empathetic and willing to follow policies and procedures, including safeguarding and confidentiality

What’s in It for You?

• Be part of Momentum’s welcoming and supportive volunteer community
• Meet other like‑minded people and build local connections
• Invitations to volunteer engagement and social events
• The satisfaction of knowing you are directly supporting families in need
• Opportunities to get involved in other Momentum fundraising events and activities

How We’ll Support You

You’ll have a dedicated point of contact within the Momentum team and will receive all the information you need before each collection or drop-off, including locations, resources, and contacts. We’re here to support you every step of the way and make your volunteering experience enjoyable and rewarding.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at volunteers@momentumcharity.org or visit https://www.momentumcharity.org to get started.

Are you are keen to help local people living with Motor Neurone Disease in the Guildford and surrounding areas?

We are seeking people who are able to provide support to families living with MND in Guildford and the surrounding areas. Support volunteers can provide face to face home visits, email and phone support, helping people to have the best quality of life for as long as possible.

You'll need to be caring, reliable and able to carry out home visits on your own. This is a challenging but rewarding role and you will be supported by your local branch and regional staff team.

We will do a DBS check, reimburse expenses and provide training and support.

If you would like to have an informal chat about this role please click on the application tab and we will be in touch asap. 

Do you want to have fun, meet new people and help a local charity?

We are recruiting for volunteers to join our Events Team, helping Rainbow Trust by representing us at a wide range of fundraising and awareness events, such as the London Marathon and Royal Parks Run. 

Every day as an Events Volunteer is different - you get to pick and choose what events you would like to attend. 

We simply could not run the huge range of events we do without the support, energy and enthusiasm of our loyal volunteers, so why not join our team? This is a great opportunity for people who work or students who are not able to make a regular commitment.

We are particularly looking for volunteers to support our runners at the London Marathon on 21st April, cheering runners, welcoming, stewarding for example. We welcome volunteers from 18+.

The Digital Team is responsible for the digital content for Rainbow

Trust. 

We are looking for an intern to work with us for 2 or 3 days per week, to

support our Digital Team in our head office in Leatherhead.

The Digital Intern will help support the Digital Team to include content

update for the website, Facebook updates, supporting email content and

supporting graphic design work.

Your role may include:

•  Scheduling content for social media
•  Editing photographs in Photoshop
•  Making edits to the Rainbow Trust website 

We’re looking for people who are/have:

• Experienced in Adobe packages to include photoshop and premier.
•  Passionate and interested in Digital Marketing
•  Have a basic level of understanding of photo editing.
•  Good written English.
•  Energy and enthusiasm and a pro-active approach

Your commitment:

Duration: 2 – 3 months

Hours: Flexible – 2/3 days per week

Training and Support

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in

your work

• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training

relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us

• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR, as well as our IT systems
• All volunteers will receive regular opportunities for informal and formal catch ups with their manager

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading

charity for children and young people

• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses up to £10 per day and up to £4.00 per day for lunch

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch by clicking the ‘fill in an application’ button.

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, informal interview, references.

Our Philanthropy team is an ambitious team with a well-established

fundraising programme, playing a significant role in raising £5.7m a year

to fund our support services and with plans to grow income over the next

3-5 years. We have an established portfolio of funders, giving low level gifts

to six figure donations.

We’re looking for a volunteer with experience of Trusts and Foundations fundraising to supportthe work of this team:

Depending on your interest and skills, your role may include:

· Supporting the development and delivery of the trusts and foundations

pipeline through research and prospect identification

· Assist in identifying and profiling new trust and foundation opportunities,

including potential high-value funders

· Help prepare funding applications and reports, working with the Major Gifts

and Trusts Manager and wider team

· Contribute to maintaining a strong pipeline tracker, ensuring funder

information and deadlines are up to date

· Support donor stewardship, including drafting updates, reports, and

communications

· Administrative support, including document preparation, data entry

and funding calendar management

· Provide ad hoc support to strengthen the overall effectiveness of the

Philanthropy Team

What we’re looking for:

· Experience of bid-writing, trusts and foundations fundraising

· Strong research and written communication skills

· Reliable, organised and proactive in managing time and tasks

· Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

· Able to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately

· An understanding of or willingness to learn about the issues affecting families

with a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness.

Your commitment:

· One day per week (not Tuesdays). This can be flexible, with agreement from

supervising manager.

· ideally, this role is based at our Head Office in Leatherhead, Surrey but there may be an opportunity to offer hybrid/remote support for the right volunteer.

Training and support

You will receive:

· A full induction to Rainbow Trust

· Ongoing support from the Major Gifts and Trusts Manager

· Training relevant to your role, including safeguarding, data protection, and working with sensitive material

· Resources required to fulfil your role (including laptop and mobile phone if required)

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

· Join a friendly and committed team making a real difference for families.

· Gain valuable experience in charity public affairs and policy work.

· Build or maintain your skills in fundraising

· Invitations to volunteer social events and access to training.

· Reimbursement reasonable of out-of-pocket travel expenses.

Restrictions

Must be 18 or over.

Ready to apply? Click the "fill in an application" button.

Selection process:

Enrolment form, informal interview, references, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required depending on tasks undertaken.

About the Charity

The Cedar House Charity was set up for mothers experiencing prenatal and postnatal depression in 2004 and offers support to mothers by holding free weekly group therapy sessions. The groups provide a safe, supported, and confidential environment where mothers can get together with others who may be feeling similar to themselves and are facilitated by our specialist postnatal depression counsellor, Liz Wise. Liz has thirty years’ experience in facilitating groups, providing counselling and has personal experience of the illness. The groups aid their recovery by making them feel normal and reducing the sense of isolation that postnatal depression can bring.

​The charity has been running since 2004 in Surrey, and now also provides a support group in South London. Each group provides creche facilities and both this and the group are free of charge. We get no funding from the NHS or local authorities and rely solely on private donations, grants and fundraising events.

Charity Trustee

Purpose of role:               

Key purpose of the charity trustee role is to function as one of the key decision makers of Cedar House, providing leadership, guidance, support and making decisions for the benefit of the charity and the work that it does. The charity trustee’s will safeguard the charity's assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation. Cedar House is a small charity, and we rely on the time given generously by our volunteers, including our trustees. These roles require a positive, active input to the shared responsibility of overall governance and fundraising efforts, vital to keeping the charity going.

Key Responsibilities:      

Cedar House Charity Trustees are required to attend 3 board meetings per annum, where the financials including accounts, funding/grant applications and other related topics will be discussed. All trustees must be an active member of the board as it is small. The board members may also share the board roles including Treasurer, Secretary, Chair, safeguarding and communications/fundraising.

Key duties include:

• Ensure the charity is conducting its purposes for the public benefit
• Comply with the charity's governing document and the law
• Acting in the charities best interest
• Managing the charity's resources responsibly (including finances)
• Acting with reasonable care and skill
• Ensuring the charity is accountable.

Eligibility criteria:             

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must not have been previously disqualified
• Fit the criteria of ‘fit and proper person’ under Finance Act 2010 HRMC
• Can undertake and pass Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
•  Able to travel to Guildford, Surrey for the 3 Trustee Board meetings per year

Key Experience:  

•  Worked in teams of people
•  Experience of making objective decisions, based on factual evidence
•  Understanding of financial information

If you are interested in supporting Cedar House and you are able to provide some time by volunteering, please click on the Fill in an Application button to volunteer or if you wish for further details.   

About the Charity

The Cedar House Charity was set up for mothers experiencing prenatal and postnatal depression in 2004 and offers support to mothers by holding free weekly group therapy sessions. The groups provide a safe, supported, and confidential environment where mothers can get together with others who may be feeling similar to themselves and are facilitated by our specialist postnatal depression counsellor, Liz Wise. Liz has thirty years’ experience in facilitating groups, providing counselling and has personal experience of the illness. The groups aid their recovery by making them feel normal and reducing the sense of isolation that postnatal depression can bring.

​The charity has been running since 2004 in Surrey, and now also provides a support group in South London. Each group provides creche facilities and both this and the group are free of charge. We get no funding from the NHS or local authorities and rely solely on private donations, grants and fundraising events.

Charity Trustee and Secretary

Purpose of role:               

Key purpose of the Charity Trustee role is to function as one of the key decision makers of Cedar House, providing leadership, guidance, support and making decisions for the benefit of the charity and the work that it does. The charity trustee’s will safeguard the charity's assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation. Cedar House is a small charity and we rely on the time given generously by our volunteers, including our trustees. These roles require a positive, active input to the shared responsibility of overall governance and fundraising efforts, vital to keeping the charity going.

The Charity Secretary's overall role includes secretarial duties such as organizing board meetings, taking the minutes, managing correspondence, managing updates and background information required by the board of trustees, keeping records of membership, and other similar administrative responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:      

Cedar House Charity Trustees are required to attend 3 board meetings per annum, where the financials including accounts, funding/grant applications and other related topics will be discussed. All trustees must be an active member of the board as it is small. The board members may also share the board roles including Treasurer, Secretary, Chair, safeguarding and communications/fundraising.

Key duties include:

• Ensure the charity is conducting its purposes for the public benefit
• Comply with the charity's governing document and the law
• Acting in the charities best interest
• Managing the charity's resources responsibly (including finances)
• Acting with reasonable care and skill
• Ensuring the charity is accountable.
• Arranging 3 board meetings per annum to ensure all trustees are able to attend.
• Take minutes at board meetings, including any actions or follow up activity and share with the board after meetings.
• Arrange necessary paperwork for new trustees and leaving trustees.
• Update information packs for new trustees so they understand responsibilities.

Eligibility criteria:             

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must not have been previously disqualified
• Fit the criteria of ‘fit and proper person’ under Finance Act 2010 HRMC
• Can undertake and pass Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
•  Able to travel to Guildford to attend the 3 annual trustee board meetings.

Key Experience:               

• Worked in teams of people
• Experience of making objective decisions, based on factual evidence
• Understanding of financial information

If you are interested in supporting Cedar House and you are able to provide some time by volunteering, please click on the Fill in an Application button to volunteer or if you wish for further details.