Volunteer role: Events and Fundraising Volunteer 

Volunteer supervisor: Events Fundraiser / Fundraisers

Days/times: Ad-hoc, you choose to support at the events near you that suit your availability. Events usually take place on weekends and bank holidays.

About this role:

Haven't got lots of free time but fancy volunteering at occasional events for a brilliant cause? We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to help at events organised by the Bluebell Wood fundraising team. It costs £6.7 million a year to run the hospice, so event volunteers play a key role in helping to raise vital funds so we can continue to be there for families who need us.

“The staff at Bluebell Wood are so friendly, positive and welcoming. As a young volunteer, I felt nervous about joining a team who were far more experienced than I was but on my first day [at an event], I was made to feel like I belonged - my ideas and efforts are always valued.” – Isha, Events & Fundraising Volunteer

Key tasks:

Below are outlined a range of roles. You might be interested in helping with some of these areas:

• Representing Bluebell Wood at fundraising events
• Being a warm, welcoming face to member of the public at these events
• Selling Bluebell Wood merchandise
• Running games and activities
• Marshalling at fun runs and races
• Bucket collecting
• Dressing up as our mascot - George the dog!

Please note: For volunteers aged 16-17 years old:

• In line with the Code of Fundraising Practice, you will not be solely responsible for handling cash, as part of your volunteering role.
• If volunteering as a marshal, you will only be asked to do so in pedestrianised areas involving no traffic management.

We're looking for volunteers who are:

• Positive, friendly, welcoming people
• Great communicators
• Great at engaging with members of the public
• Willing to be part of a team
• Respectful of members of the public, staff and fellow volunteers

What we offer to volunteers: 

• The opportunity to develop new and existing skills
•       The chance to be in a voluntary role, helping raise vital funds for your local children's hospice
•       The opportunity to meet new people and be part of an enthusiastic team
•           Induction guidance to help you learn more about Bluebell Wood
•          Training provided in order to carry out your role where required
•       We’ll cover your travel expenses and contribute to lunch expenses where applicable (in line with our policy).

General

Bluebell Wood volunteers are asked to:

•         Be a minimum of 16 years of age.  
•      Attend induction and any routine training.
•      Abide by Bluebell Wood policies and guidance, including our Health & Safety policy.
•         Co-operate and liaise with colleagues.
•      Act in a professional manner at all times.
•      Be polite and respectful to everyone you meet whilst volunteering in this role.
•      Act as an Ambassador for the Bluebell Wood Charity.

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