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Corporate Opportunity - Sooty Box Collections Volunteer

About this opportunity

Opportunity ID

OPP-100080

Opportunity type

Corporate Volunteering

Description

Sooty, the nation’s much-loved bear and a true national treasure, has featured on RNIB’s collection boxes for over 50 years. Thanks to generous public support, these iconic boxes have raised more than £13 million in donations.


We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our network of Sooty Box collectors. In this flexible role, you’ll help place new boxes and collect and bank donations from Sooty Boxes in local shops, cafés and other businesses in your area. By taking part as a group, you’ll be making a real difference in your community.


You can give as much or as little time as you like and fit the role around your other commitments.


Please note: Volunteers are expected to use their own transport and ideally should have access to a car. Mileage or public transport costs will be reimbursed.

How often will I be needed?

  • 3 Hours per Event

Location

Region

  • South East, Wales, North West, West Midlands, Northern Ireland, North East, East Midlands, Greater London, South West, Scotland, East of England, Yorkshire and the Humber

Additional location information

  • In your local area.

Who this opportunity will suit

Minimum age

  • You must be at least 18 years old to apply

What skills and experience are needed?

  • Good organisational skills
  • Trustworthy, enthusiastic and self-motivated
  • Are willing to travel in and around the local area
  • Comfortable working on your own
  • Ability to send and receive emails.

How do I get involved?

  • If you would like to explore this opportunity please complete the Corporate Enquiry Form at contact us form instead of using the ‘apply’ button below. Alternatively, please contact us via our mailbox at [email protected]

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