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CatsProtection
Fundraising Volunteer - Tain
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with... Digital Literacy & IT Skills Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Fundraising & Grant Writing Goal Setting & Aiming High Listening & Communication Resilience & Staying Positive Teamwork & Collaboration Animal Welfare Community Support Remote, Onsite, and Hybrid -
CatsProtection
Fundraising Volunteer - Inverness
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with... Digital Literacy & IT Skills Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Fundraising & Grant Writing Goal Setting & Aiming High Listening & Communication Networking & Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration Animal Welfare Community Support Remote, Onsite, and Hybrid -
CatsProtection
Fundraising Volunteer-Stranraer
Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with... Digital Literacy & IT Skills Fundraising & Grant Writing Goal Setting & Aiming High Listening & Communication Networking & Relationship Building Teamwork & Collaboration Animal Welfare Community Support Remote, Onsite, and Hybrid -
Centrepoint
Helpline Volunteer
Centrepoint Helpline is a national helpline which provides information and advice to under 25’s who are homeless or a... Data Analysis & Research Digital Literacy & IT Skills Entrepreneurship Fundraising & Grant Writing Public Speaking & Presenting Teamwork & Collaboration Addiction Support Animal Welfare Arts & Culture Community Support Health & Well-being Human Rights International Aid Justice & Legal Services Mental Health Onsite -
Centrepoint
Fitness Facililtator (Barnet)
The Centrepoint Activities Team work with services and young people to organise engagement opportunities including ar... Creativity & Innovation Entrepreneurship Fundraising & Grant Writing Problem Solving & Critical Thinking Project Management & Organization Teamwork & Collaboration Animal Welfare Education Employment & Skills Human Rights International Aid Justice & Legal Services Refugee Support Technology Onsite -
My Cause UK
Festival Volunteer - Love Saves The Day
My Cause UK offers you a chance to become a festival volunteer at the UK’s biggest events, while making an impact for... Digital Literacy & IT Skills Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Fundraising & Grant Writing Goal Setting & Aiming High Leadership & Management Listening & Communication Networking & Relationship Building Public Speaking & Presenting Resilience & Staying Positive Teamwork & Collaboration Arts & Culture Civic Engagement Community Support Education Faith-Based Initiatives Family Support Health & Well-being Human Rights Onsite
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Woodlands Hospice
To deliver the best possible practice and development of Specialist Palliative Care for people with cancer and other ... 1 opportunity -
Deafblind UK
Deafblind UK is the UK’s only charity specialising in supporting people with any level of deafblindness. We support p... 4 opportunities -
SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive. Who we areMission Statement: SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving pe... 0 opportunities -
Bridlington Cricket Foundation
At Bridlington Cricket Foundation, we harness the power of cricket and outdoor recreation to create magical experienc... 1 opportunity -
St Dunstan's College
St Dunstan's College is an co-educational, independent school located in Catford, south London. St Dunstan's is an am... 2 opportunities -
COG Youth Services Ltd
COG Youth Services Ltd is a Social Enterprise that works in schools across Leicester and Leicestershire. We also run ... 4 opportunities -
Sight Support Derbyshire
Sight Support Derbyshire works with local children and adults who are blind or partially sighted to help them face th... 0 opportunities -
Churston Ferrers Grammar School
Churston Ferrers Grammar School provides a wide variety of opportunities within the school for students to take respo... 0 opportunities -
Blue Cross
Sick, injured and homeless pets have relied on us since 1897. Abandoned or unwanted, ill or injured, pets turn to us ... 8 opportunities -
Simply Limitless
Simply Limitless is a health and wellbeing charity based in Kidderminster who have been active for over decade within... 3 opportunities -
St Mary's
Everyone is welcome.We work with community groups, schools, care homes, churches, foodbank, Parkrun, Todmorden in Blo... 6 opportunities -
Miracle Theatre
Miracle Theatre is Cornwall’s longest running and most prolific touring company, visiting unique places and spac... 1 opportunity -
M2 SPED Awareness
We are a charity whose main aim is to advance the education of the general public and students in London, Birmingham ... 2 opportunities -
Rephael House Counselling Centre
Our aim is to improve people's mental/emotional health through talking therapies Rephael House is an independent charity established since 1997 offering one to one professional therapy. Now ba... 1 opportunity -
Princess Alice Hospice
Princess Alice Hospice provides a comprehensive range of services that respond to the individual needs of patients an... 47 opportunities -
Keech Hospice Care
Making a difference when it matters the most Keech Hospice CareKeech Hospice Care is the adult hospice for Luton and south Bedfordshire, and the children’s hospic... 47 opportunities -
Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC)
RASASC Guildford support survivors of all genders over the age of 13 from across Surrey, who have been raped, sexuall... 1 opportunity -
Centrepoint
Centrepoint is a national charity working to improve the lives of socially excluded homeless young people. We pr... 19 opportunities -
Move Momentum
We believe that dance is for everyone. We strive to make this a reality. Move Momentum is an award-winning local charity based in Winchester, Hampshire that aims to make dance accessible to ... 0 opportunities -
No Panic
Helping to break the chains of anxiety. We provide self-help support to people who have anxiety. Support includes our helpline, recovery services, weekly anx... 15 opportunities -
World Action Fund
One people Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have t... 1 opportunity -
Berkshire Lowland Search & Rescue
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Devon Community Foundation - Devon
Tackling inequality, strengthening communities. 0 opportunities -
African Community School
The African Community School’s vision is for a city in which everyone is fulfilling their potential, free from povert... 1 opportunity -
Hire Purpose
Recruitment for a brighter future 1 opportunity -
Palmed Academy
Raising The Standard of Medical Care for Palestinians Through Training and Education Palmed Academy, the education arm of Palmed UK, is training the next generation of healthcare workers in Gaza. There ... 2 opportunities -
Guide Dogs
Helping people with sight loss live the life they choose. We provide mobility and freedom to blind and partially sighted people. We also campaign for the rights of people with... 8 opportunities -
Kidney Research UK
Kidney Research UK was founded in 1961 and is the leading UK charity dedicated to funding research aimed at finding b... 1 opportunity -
Tees Valley Museums
Tees Valley Museums Consortium consists of the museum services of Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbr... 1 opportunity -
CPRE Buckinghamsire
The Buckinghamshire branch of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) is an environmental charity dedicated to t... 2 opportunities -
Lewes District Citizens advice
Here for everyone, whoever you are, whatever the problem. 1 opportunity -
School of African Languages
Learn the language of your loved ones To be the key player in the delivery of African languages globally, preserving African languages and cultures, reconn... 0 opportunities -
Kidney Cancer UK
Here to listen, inform and support Fundraising for us will help raise awareness of the sixth most common cancer, which is still virtually unknown amongs... 0 opportunities -
St Clare Hospice
Hand in hand, we care St Clare Hospice is a charity providing specialist palliative care to improve the lives of people affected by a life-... 1 opportunity -
Great Western Air Ambulance Charity
Our Critical Care Team stand ready to save the lives of local people...We provide emergency care to people who are in... 0 opportunities -
Chelsea Handball Club
Respect All, Fear None! OUR VISION IS TO:- Enable everyone in our local communities to be able to get active via the Sport of Handball, the S... 0 opportunities -
Noah's Ark Children's Hospice
Helping children who are seriously unwell and their families to make the most of every day We help babies, children and young people with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions, and their families, make... 0 opportunities -
Canterbury Oast Trust
Supporting me to live my life COT are a charity supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism through providing accommodation services, t... 2 opportunities -
RNIB - Royal National Institute of Blind People
RNIB, the Royal National Institute of Blind People, is the UK's leading sight loss charity. RNIB, the Royal National Institute of Blind People, is the UK's leading sight loss charity. We offer practical and em... 3 opportunities -
Lymphoma Action
Lymphoma is the most common cancer in young people.With your help we’re ensuring that no one has to face their lympho... 21 opportunities -
Mighty Girls CIC
Growing confidence, raising expectations and amplifying voices for girls Our vision is for a future where all girls are safe, valued and ready to lead.Mighty Girls exists to raise expectatio... 3 opportunities -
CatsProtection
From humble beginnings in 1927, Cats Protection has grown to become the UK's leading feline welfare charity. We now h... 78 opportunities -
St George the Martyr
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Wycombe Homeless Connection
Wycombe Homeless Connection is a charity that serves people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in south Buck... 1 opportunity -
North West First Responder Group
Working Together To Save Lives And Strengthen Communities. North West First Responder Group is a volunteer-led independent charity that supports. communities in the North West.... 8 opportunities -
Supporting Humanity
Supporting wellbeing through compassion, connection and community care. Supporting Humanity is a UK registered charity founded in 2021, focused on mental health, bereavement and community w... 1 opportunity -
The Confidence Academy
Get Britain Moving 1 opportunity -
Aaron Opoku Foundation Mentorship
Inspiring the next generation to achieve their career aspirations. At the Aaron Opoku Foundation, our vision is to inspire younger generations to believe in themselves, providing suppo... 1 opportunity -
The North Halifax Grammar School
Where who you are now meets who you are meant to be! Where your academic endeavour is celebrated. Where you can belong. Where your experience is unique and individual. 0 opportunities -
North Yorkshire Police
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MS Society
The UK’s largest charity dedicated to stopping multiple sclerosis (MS) We fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a co... 1 opportunity -
Bucks Vision
Make a difference today. Inspire a brighter tomorrow We are here to help as many people with sight loss in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes as effectively as we can. We ... 2 opportunities -
Zobia Trust
Helping Children Learn, Grow and Live Independently Zobia Trust is a UK-registered charity dedicated to supporting children with disabilities through education, therapy,... 0 opportunities -
Ross-on-Wye Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets
Welcome to a different kind of adventure, launching young people for life today The Sea Cadets is the UK’s leading maritime charity and provides a head start in life for young people through nautic... 1 opportunity
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