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Mencap (Royal Mencap Society)
1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability. Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. There is still so much to do so that people with a learning disability have the same rights as everyone else and are treated equally in society.
Description

Are you looking for experience working within a fundraising team at a charity? Do you enjoy writing? Do you want to help make a difference to the lives of people with a learning disability by proactively delivering income for the charity?

If the answer is yes, we have the perfect role for you. We're looking for Community Fundraising Trust Volunteers who will work with the Community Fundraising Team to apply for local trusts on behalf of the Community Fundraising Team.

You'll be fully supported, and be provided with templates and wording to use when making your trust applications.

This role is perfect for someone looking to get charity experience, likes writing documents, and wants to make a difference and raise money.

About Mencap:

Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.

We have an ambitious vision for people with a learning disability to live their lives to the full.

Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.

If you have questions about volunteering with Mencap, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us: [email protected]

Duties

Activities you could get up to whilst volunteering could include:

  • Making trust applications on behalf of the Community Fundraising Team.
  • Researching local Community grants, based on criteria set by the Community Fundraising Team.
  • Completing grant reports as directed by the Community Fundraising Team.
Training
You will receive a full induction, and be supported by a dedicated volunteer manager in the office to support you in your role.

Time commitment

This role is based from our London office (near Aldgate East), and we would like you to come in one day a week on either Tuesdays or Thursdays.
Application deadline

Causes

This organisation is one of our community partner organisations.

Like all volunteer recruiters we work with, they have signed up to our service standards, agreeing to abide by our policy on partnership working to keep you safe and supported whilst you volunteer.

You’ll never be out of pocket for volunteering through us – with in-London travel expenses to and from your volunteering guaranteed.

In addition, the team here at Students’ Union UCL Volunteering Service is here to support you throughout your volunteering journey – you can get in touch with us at any time.