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Donation Pot Coordinator Volunteer

Get out and about in your local community and meet lots of new people, all while helping fund compassionate care for patients and families across Somerset.

Location: We urgently need more donation pot coordinators in West Somerset, South Somerset, Central Somerset, East Somerset, and the Mendips

Times: This opportunity is completely flexible; you can give your time as little or as often as you like

Roles: Network and chat with businesses and shops; help share our cause; distribute and collect donation pots; liaise with your local fundraising team

Why we need you

Our donation pots may be small, but they make a big impact and are a vital part of our fundraising efforts. The spare change dropped into a donation pot at a local shop, café or business quickly adds up and can help bring in a substantial amount of donations to help fund the care and support we provide to patients and families across Somerset.

This role would suit people who

  • Enjoy meeting new people
  • Are organised and able to keep simple records
  • Are happy to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (essential for collecting and delivering donation pots)
  • Are over 18.
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What you will be doing

As a Donation Pot Coordinator Volunteer, you’ll support our fundraising efforts by helping to maintain and manage donation pots in your local area. This will include:

  • Visiting local businesses and shops to help promote our cause
  • Distributing, collecting and replacing donation pots
  • Transporting donation pots securely to the hospice or fundraising office for emptying
  • Building friendly relationships with local business owners and thanking them for their support
  • Keeping basic records of where donation are placed and when they’re collected
  • Identifying and suggesting new locations for pots to increase donations
  • Acting as a positive ambassador for our hospice in the community and delivering promotional resources to various sites.

What’s in it for you

Volunteering for St Margarets Hospice is a truly rewarding experience. Here are just a few of the benefits:

  • The opportunity to make a real difference by raising funds to support hospice care
  • Get more involved in your local community and connect with local businesses
  • Volunteer on your own schedule with a flexible commitment
  • Build confidence and communication skills
  • Be part of a compassionate and supportive staff and volunteer team
  • Know that every collection helps us be there for people when it matters most.

What to expect

We want you to have the very best volunteering experience with St Margaret’s Hospice. We will:

  • Provide you with a dedicated volunteer manager who will support you throughout your role
  • Provide an induction and any role-specific training that may be required
  • Reimburse expenses relating to volunteering with us, including travel costs (in line with policy).

How to apply

Fill in your details using the form below. Someone from our Volunteering Team will be in touch, usually within 7 days. If you’d like to have an informal chat about the role and the recruitment process to help you decide if this is the right role for you, please leave a message in the ‘what’s on your mind’ box.

All applicants for this role will be required to complete an online application form. Applicants will also need to provide a form of ID, two references, and attend an informal interview. As this role requires county travel, volunteers will be required to complete an annual driver’s declaration and provide appropriate documentation.

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