Branch Fundraising Volunteer (South Lanarkshire Branch)

• National Autistic Society

• VO100239

Branches are run entirely by volunteers with advice and support from the national charity.

The Fundraising Volunteer role is important to the running of the branch as they help organise fundraising events for the branch. Without these roles, we would not have as many branches as we do.

What you will be doing
Putting collection tins in local shops or community areas.
Holding a ‘tin collection’ in a local town – this is where Branch members stand outside shops with collection tins and get donations.
Holding a sponsored event such as a swim or walk. People will sponsor branch members' money to complete certain tasks.
Holding an event for local people to attend – quiz night, auction, raffle, talk, coffee and cake morning – people will give donations when they come.
Having a section on the branch website that people can click on if they want to give money.
Talking to committee members about different ways to fundraise and deciding what to do as a Branch.
Talking to NAS Fundraising Team and ensuring the branch complies with the NAS rules on fundraising.
Talking to committee members about different ways to fundraise and deciding what to do as a branch.
Publicising events, distributing information or fundraising forms.
Supporting people who are fundraising on behalf of the branch.
Working with the Treasurer to ensure that the money is collected safely and banked accurately.

Experience required

Confident in working with and communicating with other committee members, and individuals and organisations outside of the branch. This communication will need to be face to face, by telephone and/or email.
Confident and comfortable speaking publicly. Able to explain ideas work together.
Able to motivate people and help people.
Able to tackle difficult issues and problems and situations and involve other people where necessary.
Very organised and able to plan activities and events.
Aware of importance of managing and handling money safely and accurately.

Travel expenses

Agreed expenses reimbursed

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Support

Training details

Access to our elearning modules including autism awareness and safeguarding

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

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Morning

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Evening

Frequency & commitment

Flexibility on days and the amount of time committed to the role. The majority of branch volunteers give around 4 hours a week but it depends how active the branch is. Home based (plus travel to branch activities)

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across South Lanarkshire.

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