supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Fundraiser
with Oliver's Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs.
| About this opportunity: | Oliver's Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs is a charity that helps people to train their own dog to become a fully qualified assistance or therapy dog • They offer structured weekly classes and connect dog owners with a supportive community • They support a diverse range of disabilities — from Autism and PTSD to MS, Arthritis, ADHD, Seizure Disorders, Chronic Pain, and more • Oliver's Army are looking for a fundraiser to join their busy training centre • They are looking for a volunteer who interested in raising money for the charity and supports their aims • The role will involve planning fundraising activities and making calls to raise money • They have lots to offer for the volunteer, including cuddles from the therapy dogs and ongoing training • They look forward to welcoming a new team member • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Training provided: | Volunteers will be provided with an introduction to Oliver's Army and full training to complete the role. Support will be available from a named contact. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Travel expenses are available at public transport rates. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Experience required: | Volunteers should be comfortable asking people for money, and making calls. Fundraising experience would be a plus. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Application process: | Informal Chat; Interview; References; Trial Period; Safeguarding | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Travel Details | Oliver's Army Assistance and Therapy Dogs will be based in Lochgelly Miners Institute, 129 Main Street, Lochgelly, KY5 9AF. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |