Volunteering Opportunity: Fundraising Volunteer with The James Foundation

Are you looking for a flexible way to make a meaningful difference? Join The James Foundation as a Casual Fundraising Volunteer and help us raise vital funds to support families affected by baby loss.

This flexible role offers the chance to get involved in events, community activities, and behind-the-scenes fundraising tasks, all at times that suit you. Whether you’re helping with donation admin, spreading awareness, or lending a hand at events, your contribution will make a real impact.

You’ll receive full support, training, and the opportunity to develop new skills in a compassionate, inclusive environment. Every hour you give helps us continue our important work supporting bereaved families.

Opportunity Type: Long-term Commitment

District: Broxbourne, East Herts, Harlow, St Albans, Stevenage

Location: From your office, From home, Online, Indoor, Outdoor, Event

Time of day: Casual or Intermittent

Practical Considerations: Volunteers will receive induction, training, and support from a named contact. Activities may take place remotely or in the community, with flexible hours agreed in advance. Confidentiality, sensitivity, and professionalism are essential due to the nature of the charity’s work. The charity provides supervision, wellbeing support, and covers volunteers under its insurance while they are carrying out agreed tasks. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed, and inclusivity and respect are central to the volunteering experience.

Requirements: Own vehicle or access to a vehicle

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, University students, Families, Older People, Rehabilitation friendly

Suitable for volunteers interested in: Arts & Crafts, Children, Families & Family Support, End of Life, Bereavement & Hospices, Health and Wellbeing, Mental Health, Voluntary & Community Action, Other

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: Yes

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Full Description:
This casual fundraising volunteer role supports The James Foundation in raising vital funds to sustain our services for families affected by baby loss. Volunteers assist on an as-needed basis with flexible activities such as event support, donation processing, community fundraising, and administrative tasks. The role suits someone compassionate, organised, and proactive, who is comfortable communicating with the public and handling sensitive information. Volunteers may work remotely or attend occasional events, with hours agreed in advance. Full induction, guidance, and ongoing support are provided by the fundraising team, along with opportunities to develop new skills. Confidentiality, empathy, and professionalism are essential. Volunteers are covered by the charity’s insurance, reimbursed for reasonable expenses, and supported within an inclusive, caring environment that values emotional wellbeing and respect for all.