Volunteer Fundraiser Role Description
A Way Out’s Fundraising department engages with local businesses and community groups to raise the profile of A Way Out and contributes to raising awareness, understanding, and challenging negative stereotypes, of those experiencing abuse and harm.
What You'll Do:
The role of volunteer fundraiser is to assist with awareness raising (including help organising and/or attending events) and fundraising, preparation of marketing resources to further raise awareness and understanding and generate income to support our services.
Why You'll Love It:
What you will do and why you will love it:
To fully participate in the training programme and further training as required.
To follow A Way Out’s procedures and standards stated in our policies and guidelines.
To liaise with the Fundraising Coordinator where necessary, communicating issues that may arise and accessing support and guidance.
Assist with the planning and delivery of fundraising events and campaigns.
Promote fundraising initiatives via social media, email, and local networks.
Support donor stewardship by helping to thank and update supporters.
Distribute promotional materials in your community (posters, flyers, etc.).
Encourage and support others in running their own fundraising activities.
Amin tasks which include making resources for the various campaigns.
Take reasonable care of my own health and safety while onsite and of the health and safety of others. I will cooperate with A Way Out in complying with their legal duties with regard to health and safety matters.
If you are unable to attend any sessions as agreed, you must inform the organisation as soon as possible giving as much notice as you can. This must be done verbally i.e. you should not text or email your notification of absence. Please telephone or our Reception 01642 655071.
Bus fair travel can be claimed with proof of a receipt to help with volunteer expenses.
What You'll Learn:
Experience in fundraising, events, and charity communications.
Training and ongoing support from the fundraising team.
Opportunity to develop skills, meet new people, and make a tangible impact.
A reference after 3+ months of consistent volunteering.
The satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting the local community.
What We're Looking For:
Passion for A Way Out’s mission and values.
Reliable and consistent when arranging to be part of a campaign.
Able to show empathy and take a non-judgemental attitude.
Self-motivated with an ability to use initiative and persevere with situations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proactive and self-motivated.
Organised, with attention to detail.
Good team worker and the ability to work with a diverse range of people and take instruction from the Fundraising Coordinator.
Summary
Volunteering
Addiction
Mental Health
Young People
Crisis Support
Ex-Offenders
Stockton
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop:
Organisation
Digital Literacy
Empathy
Interpersonal / Confidence
Marketing
Skills you should possess:
Public Relations
Requirements:
CV / Resume
In-Person Interview
These documents must be completed:
