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Volunteering Opportunity: VO104170
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Speaker
Created/last updated: 04/02/2026
with Canine Partners.About this opportunity: Looking for a flexible and rewarding way to make a difference in your community? Become a Speaker Volunteer with Canine Partners! You'll deliver inspiring and engaging talks to local schools, groups, and clubs, raising awareness of our amazing assistance dogs and the life-changing work they do
• What's involved - Giving talks about the charity - Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do - Promoting fundraising activities - Attending cheque presentations - Handing out literature, taking donations, and directing people to our website This is a perfect role for confident communicators who want to use their skills to support a great cause
• You'll receive full training, support, and all the materials you need, plus expenses are covered
• Whether you give one talk or many, you'll be helping them reach more people, promote our fundraising activities, and inspire others to get involved
•Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: You will receive ongoing training and support from a named contact. You will be provided with speaker training before beginning this role. Talk requests are handled by the Canine Partners fundraising team; however, they would encourage you to secure your own talks within your local area. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Mileage is paid at 45 pence per mile, public transport is paid at cost. Other expenses, such as subsistence, can be discussed with the volunteer's named contact. All expenses are paid monthly through BACS.Experience required: #NAME? Restrictions on who can volunteer
No restrictions were specified.Application process: Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details This opportunity is in various locations in the local area; volunteers can request the area they are able and willing to travel to. Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.