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Fundraising and Event Volunteer

Organisation Details

CEDE FOUNDATION

Sub theme: Children, Culture, Disability, Education, Environment, Health and Wellbeing, Heritage, Mental Health, Older people, Race and Ethnicity, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: Cede Foundation is a catalyst for overcoming poverty by empowering people and developing sustainable communities to make positive changes to people at the margins of society.
Description of role: Help raise vital funds through events, campaigns and outreach.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Do you enjoy connecting with people, sharing ideas and finding creative ways to encourage support?

We are looking for volunteers to help raise awareness and generate support for our community programmes through fundraising activities, campaigns and outreach. This is a flexible opportunity for someone who enjoys communicating with people, sharing ideas and helping turn a campaign into meaningful support.

About us
We are a community-led charity working to tackle the root causes of poverty. We support people and communities to overcome barriers, build on their strengths and create more sustainable futures.

Our programmes support children, young people, adults, older people and families through education, employability, health and wellbeing, poverty relief, youth development, social inclusion and community-based activities.

The Role

Join our team to support fundraising events, campaigns and outreach activities that generate resources for our programmes.

You’ll help prepare and deliver fundraising activities, promote campaigns, engage supporters and contribute to events that support our work and mission.

The opportunity includes a mixture of office-based preparation, online campaign support and practical involvement at community and fundraising events. The activities you are involved in will depend on what we have planned and will be agreed with you in advance.

What you could be involved in

Your tasks may vary by campaign, event, or activity. You might help with:
- Fundraising: Supporting appeals, donation drives, sponsored activities and other agreed fundraising initiatives
- Campaigns: Assist with planning campaigns, preparing materials, sharing content online and supporting advocacy work.
- Outreach: Build relationships with local communities, schools, businesses and organisations.
- Events: Help organise and run fundraising events, community activities, stalls and awareness-raising activities.
- Communications: Share information about our work through social media, community networks and face-to-face engagement.

Skills and qualities

You do not need previous fundraising or events experience. We are looking for someone who:
- Is friendly, approachable and comfortable engaging with people from diverse backgrounds
- Communicates clearly and respectfully
- Is reliable and turns up for agreed sessions or events
- Enjoys working as part of a team

We value lived experience and local knowledge, alongside any skills you may already have.

What you will gain
- Practical experience of fundraising campaigns and events
- Transferable skills for future employment, education or volunteering opportunities
- Opportunities to meet like-minded people and build your network
- Confidence engaging with the public and building supporter relationships
- Insight into how charities raise funds and engage supporters
- Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
- A volunteer reference upon request
- Ongoing guidance and support from our team

Time commitment
Around 4–8 hours per week, with flexibility based on your availability. Some activities may take place during evenings or weekends.

Location
This is a hybrid role. Some activities can be completed remotely, while others will take place in person at community venues across Greater Manchester.

Safeguarding and inclusion
We are committed to safeguarding and welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. A DBS check may be required for some activities.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Administration, Commercial Awareness, Fundraising, Marketing and PR, Oral Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Team Working, Written Communication Skills
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Monday Morning, Tuesday Morning, Wednesday Morning, Thursday Morning, Friday Morning
DBS required: Off
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 4 hours per week
Location:
Bizspace Wilsons Park Business Centre
Manchester
M40 8WN