{"id":15188,"date":"2024-11-19T08:53:41","date_gmt":"2024-11-19T08:53:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familyfund.org.uk\/?page_id=15188"},"modified":"2025-10-31T16:32:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T16:32:37","slug":"event-support-volunteer-role-description","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.familyfund.org.uk\/get-involved\/volunteering\/event-support-volunteer-role-description\/","title":{"rendered":"Event Volunteer"},"content":{"rendered":"<html><body><p>Are you determined to make a difference? Are you passionate about helping others? If so, we would love to hear from you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Family Fund hosts key events throughout the year to raise essential funds and support families across the UK who care for disabled or seriously ill children and young adults. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> We&rsquo;re looking for compassionate, enthusiastic volunteers. Help champion out work, whether cheering at events or talking to families about the support we offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you&rsquo;ll bring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No formal qualifications are needed &ndash; just a warm smile and a bit of Family Fund sparkle! Whether you&rsquo;re bringing lived experience or wider skills, or are looking to learn new ones, our dedicated team will support you every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How you can help<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our volunteers assist in a variety of roles before, during, and after each event, including:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sharing event details with your local community&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coming up with great ideas for new events&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serving as a local champion to support our Volunteer Coordinator&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Setting up\/clearing event spaces&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assisting with registering participants&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stewarding and cheering on participants&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handing out information packs, event information and refreshments&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Being the face of Family Fund and communicating our impactful work&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Working as part of a team to make sure our events are a great experience for all involved&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The benefits of volunteering<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our vision is to have a culture where we acknowledge, and celebrate, all differences so our staff, volunteers, and the families we support feel safe and free to be themselves, always.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By joining Family Fund&rsquo;s events team, you&rsquo;ll experience:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A flexible, fun volunteer role&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The satisfaction of helping a cause that truly matters&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ongoing support and the opportunity to develop skills&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volunteer alongside a group of friendly staff and volunteers&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Out of pocket expense reimbursement&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Events are held across the UK, and you can choose which ones you&rsquo;d like to attend. Know someone nearby? Feel free to invite friends or family to join you in supporting Family Fund!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Volunteers should be over 18, reliable, and comfortable speaking with the public. A positive attitude, punctuality, and dependability are essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application process<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to make a difference in your community? Check our latest volunteering opportunities to see what&rsquo;s available. If you need assistance with the application, please contact our Volunteer Team at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:volunteering@familyfund.org.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">volunteering@familyfund.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens next<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After submitting your application, we&rsquo;ll arrange an informal chat and conduct any necessary ID checks. 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