Volunteer in Fundraising; Your Passion Can End Loneliness

The No 1 Be-friending Agency
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About The No.1 Befriending Agency

The No.1 Befriending Agency is a Glasgow-based charity dedicated to reducing loneliness and social isolation among older people. Through one-to-one befriending, community engagement, and wellbeing-focused initiatives, we connect individuals who feel alone with trained volunteers who offer conversation, companionship, and meaningful social contact. Our work ensures that older adults feel valued, heard, and part of their local community. By joining our mission as a Fundraising Volunteer, you’ll help us reach even more people who deserve connection, friendship, and hope.

Description

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on the lives of others? Do you believe in the power of community and connection? We are urgently seeking enthusiastic individuals to volunteer in fundraising and help us build the connections that end loneliness and isolation.

This isn't just about raising money; it's about building bridges and fostering genuine relationships within our community. As a Fundraising Volunteer, you'll be instrumental in expanding our reach and ensuring our vital services continue to thrive.

Your role could involve:

Organising engaging community events that bring people together.
Connecting with local businesses and community groups to build partnerships.
Crafting compelling stories to inspire support for our mission.
Supporting online campaigns and outreach initiatives.
Assisting with fundraising and grant applications.

Your creativity, communication skills, and passion will shine as you share our vision and introduce new people to our cause. Every connection you help us form and every resource you help us secure directly translates into more befriending support, more community programmes, and more opportunities for people to find friendship and belonging.

You'll be part of a movement to end loneliness and isolation—creating a world where everyone feels valued, seen, and connected. Imagine the profound joy of knowing your efforts are bringing comfort, companionship, and hope to those who need it most.

We welcome individuals with enthusiasm, excellent communication skills, a knack for connecting with people, and a genuine desire to make a difference. No prior fundraising experience is required—just a willingness to learn and a big heart. We provide all the training and support you’ll need to succeed.

Volunteering with us offers far more than giving back. You’ll gain invaluable experience in fundraising, event management, marketing, and community engagement. You’ll expand your professional network, develop transferable skills, and become part of a supportive, passionate team working towards a shared mission. Most importantly, you’ll experience the deep fulfilment of helping build a happier, more connected community.

Ready to transform lives and forge powerful connections?
Join our vibrant team and become a beacon of hope. Reach out today to begin this incredibly rewarding journey.

Support You’ll Receive

Full induction and role-specific training.
Access to staff support for supervision, guidance, and ongoing development.
Materials, resources, and templates to help you fundraise effectively.
Regular check-ins and opportunities to collaborate with the wider volunteer team.
Reimbursement of agreed volunteer expenses. (If the organisation confirms this &mdash; if not, remove.)

Commitment & Timing

Flexible commitment based on your availability.
We welcome volunteers who can offer a few hours per week or support ad-hoc activities such as events or campaigns.
Some evening or weekend availability may be useful for community events but is not essential.

If you are interested, please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out, then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on [email protected]

After You Hit "Apply"

Confirmation email sent.
Follow-up contact (email or call) to arrange a chat.
Induction session at the location
Start volunteering with agreed-upon shift times.

Experience required

Passion & Commitment: A genuine desire to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Communication Skills: Ability to convey our mission clearly and inspire support.
Creativity: Fresh ideas for events, campaigns, and partnership opportunities.
Interpersonal Skills: Comfortable engaging with diverse individuals, businesses, and volunteers.
Organisation: Able to plan and coordinate activities efficiently.
Willingness to Learn: Open to training and new fundraising techniques.
Teamwork: Enj