ACT Fundraising Volunteer - Hitchin

Go Vol Herts; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization is seeking an ACT Fundraising Volunteer in Hitchin. This dynamic role involves raising visibility for the charity, promoting fundraising initiatives, and actively participating in community engagement events. Ideal candidates should be enthusiastic about supporting fundraising efforts and be comfortable speaking with the public. As a volunteer, you will receive guidance and support from the Fundraising Team.

Responsibilities

• Giving talks on behalf of ACT, both virtually and in person.
• Raising visibility of the charity and distributing fundraising literature.
• Encouraging local businesses to display collection tins.
• Supporting the establishment of new fundraising groups.
• Attending fundraising events and engaging with participants.

Job description

Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Summary

An ACT Fundraising Volunteer is a diverse, dynamic and engaging volunteer role where you have the chance to be the face of our organization.

Detailed description

Key Responsibilities

• Giving talks, both ‘virtually’ online or in person on behalf of ACT. (Training will be given)
• Raising visibility of our charity, promoting ACT’s fundraising initiatives, and helping to distribute fundraising literature around your local community.
• Encouraging local shops, community groups, and venues to display collection tins and then collect the funds once the tins are full!
• Promoting our ‘volunteer with a friend’ initiative!
• Supporting us as we establish new fundraising groups across our region.
• Introducing us to local businesses and organisations or share with the team any fundraising opportunities within your area.

When appropriate, attending events organised by our fundraisers as the ‘face’ of the charity, including tasks such as:

• Marshalling
• Helping to set up and clear down the event
• Welcoming participants to the event
• Cheering on participants
• Handing out refreshments

All of this comes with the support from the Fundraising Team at ACT, who will help to support and guide you.

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