Fundraising Collector (Guildford and Epsom surrounds)

We are looking for friendly volunteers to help fundraise at fetes, in supermarkets and other outlets to collect vital donations that enable us to continue our animal welfare work. The more volunteers we have and funds we can raise, the more animals we can help!

Overview of opportunity

In this role, you will be the friendly face of the RSPCA, helping us raise funds for our branch at community fetes and in local high streets, supermarkets and similar outlets.

This varied role offers you the chance to experience different volunteering positions, ranging from street collections and in-store fundraising drives to attendance at local community fetes. Each of these events are equally important to raising vital funds as well as raising our profile in the community.

Volunteering at events offers you the opportunity to meet other volunteers and learn about how you each support the RSPCA. You will most likely meet animals that we have rehomed and hear about their adoption journey.

If you have a relaxed dog that likes meeting people, you are welcome to bring them along with you to street collections and fundraising drives as this is always a conversation starter!

Location is dependent on the event at which you choose to volunteer, you will be out in the community in the local area

About the RSPCA

Founded in 1824 we have been saving animals for almost 200 years and are proud to be the oldest welfare charity around. It has always been our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion, so our volunteers and employees work tirelessly to ensure that all animals can live free from pain and suffering.

Through our numerous campaigns, we seek to raise standards of care, and awareness of issues, affecting animals today. We rely heavily on our volunteers who play a significant role in enabling us to carry out this important animal welfare work every day!

The RSPCA Guildford and Epsom Branch

The Guildford and Epsom Branch is one of the branches of RSPCA, but we are also a separately registered charity looking after animals in our local area. Much of the animal welfare work of RSPCA is carried out through local branches, which is run by volunteers who have the support of the National Society of RSPCA.

Overview of the Fundraising Collector Responsibilities:

• Street collections and fundraising drives: standing with a collection bucket, greeting members of the public and thanking them for any donations.
• Fetes and fairs: potentially assisting with set up or pack away, handling money from sales of chatting to members of the public and thanking them for any purchases they make.

What we are looking for in a volunteer Fundraising Collector

• No experience is necessary as we will provide you with the guidance you need.
• Someone who is flexible and reliable.
• You will need to be friendly, confident and have an approachable nature as you will be speaking with members of the public about the work that we do.
• We ask for a minimum of one hour of your time - we recommend a maximum of 2 hours at any one event as you will be standing.
• You will need to be aged 18 years old or over to volunteer in this role unless you can be accompanied by an adult.

What we can offer you as a volunteer Fundraising Collector

• You will be making a massive difference to the welfare of the animals in your area.
• Join a community which will enable you to meet new people and make new friends.
• Enhance your CV by adding your volunteering experience and newly acquired skills.

We hope you are interested in volunteering for our Branch! For more information and to apply for an application form, please contact Lucy at volunteer@rspcaguildfordepsom.org.uk.

Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period.