Organisation Name:
Cats Protection
Organisation's Cause(s):
Animals
Carers
Local Community
Location of voluntary activity:
Various local events across North East & Yorkshire – including community centres, supermarkets, outdoor stalls, and venues for fundraising events such as dances or quiz nights.
When are volunteers needed: Ad hoc, flexible – volunteers are contacted in advance of each event and can choose which ones to attend. Shifts usually range from 2–5 hours, mostly during daytime or early evening hours.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Event Planning Support
Event Support
Fundraising
Role description:
As a Fundraising Events Helper, you’ll be supporting Cats Protection’s vital work by helping out at local fundraising events. This may include setting up and running stalls, participating in collection days (e.g., at supermarkets), and helping out at social events such as quiz nights and cake sales. You’ll be playing an important role in raising the funds needed to care for cats and kittens in need.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Friendly and welcoming attitude
Enjoy engaging with people
Reliable and proactive
Ability to work as part of a team
Willing to represent Cats Protection professionally
No prior experience needed – just enthusiasm!
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Groups
Ongoing Volunteering
Short term Volunteering
Skilled Volunteer
Wheelchair users
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
Volunteering experience with the UK’s leading cat welfare charity
Experience in public-facing events and community engagement
A chance to develop communication and teamwork skills
Supportive environment with training and development opportunities
Making a real difference to cats and local communities
How to get involved:
If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch with Amanda for an informal conversation:
Amanda Keddie
Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader – North East & Yorkshire neysfundraisinghub@cats.org.uk
07815 911458
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 31-12-2025