Organisation Name:
Combat Stress
Organisation's Cause(s):
Mental Health
Veterans & Service People
Location of voluntary activity:
York (all areas)
When are volunteers needed: Predominately at weekends but role is completely flexible. Volunteers can choose what days and how much time.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Event Support
Fundraising
Role description:
Our Community Volunteers will work alongside our County Representatives to support our Fundraising Team by being the public face of Combat Stress in their local county, and will help build support from individuals and groups by raising awareness and funds. Income generation is key to our continued success and the support of volunteers enables us to raise more funds to support former servicemen and women, so that when a veteran is having a tough time, we’re there to help tackle the past and to help them take on the future.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Core Interpersonal & Soft Skills
Communication: Active listening and clear expression build trust.
Teamwork & Collaboration: Working effectively with diverse groups.
Empathy & Compassion: Understanding and connecting with those you help.
Adaptability & Flexibility: Handling unexpected changes gracefully.
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? Yes
Volunteer's own vehicle required? Yes
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
A full induction to Combat Stress and its work, including training and appropriate materials to support you in the role.
Ongoing support, advice and guidance from the Regional Community Fundraiser.
Learn and develop fundraising skills.
Meet new people and be actively engaged in your local community.
Learn new transferable skills & improve your CV.
Develop self-confidence.
Receive reimbursement for out of pocket expenses.
Be part of the UK’s leading Charity for veterans’ mental health.
Have the reward of knowing you will be making a positive contribution to the lives of UK Veterans and their families.
How to get involved:
Online Application
Informal Chat
DBS & References
Email: Volunteer@combatstress.org.uk for more information and an application pack.
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 03-01-2027