Support Your Local Community as a Collection Tin Volunteer
We are looking for friendly, reliable and community‑minded volunteers to help raise vital funds for Ashgate Hospice by placing, monitoring and collecting donation tins across the local area.
This is an essential outward‑facing role, helping us build strong relationships within the community while raising funds that directly support patients and families across North Derbyshire.
Department: Community Fundraising
Location: Various community venues and local businesses
Time Commitment: Flexible – typically a few hours per month depending on number of tins/area allocated
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Collection Tin Volunteer, you’ll play a key part in supporting our fundraising efforts by:
* Placing authorised donation tins in shops, businesses and community venues
* Maintaining positive relationships with participating businesses
* Keeping accurate records of tin locations and collections
* Returning donated funds securely and promptly
* Thanking and engaging venues to encourage ongoing support
* Sharing leaflets, posters and information about hospice events and campaigns
* Acting as a positive ambassador for Ashgate Hospice at all times
* Reporting any issues or opportunities to the Community Fundraising team
Your support helps ensure our hospice can continue providing compassionate care to those who need it.
Who We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from you if you:
* Are friendly, approachable and confident speaking to local businesses
* Have good communication and relationship‑building skills
* Are trustworthy, reliable and able to work independently
* Can keep simple, accurate records
* Are comfortable handling and transporting donation tins securely
* Are willing to follow Ashgate Hospice policies and procedures
* Share and live the hospice values
* Have access to transport to complete community visits (business‑use insurance required if using own vehicle)
No previous fundraising experience is required — full guidance and support will be provided.
What’s in It for You?
* The chance to make a meaningful impact within your local community
* Experience in fundraising and community engagement
* Being part of a friendly and supportive team
* The opportunity to develop new skills and confidence
* Full training tailored to your role
* All travel expenses reimbursed
What You Can Expect From Us
As a volunteer, you can expect:
* To be treated fairly, with respect and in line with hospice values
* A clear understanding of your role and responsibilities
* Appropriate training and ongoing support
* The resources and information needed to carry out your role
* A safe environment that values your time and contribution
What We Ask in Return
We ask our volunteers to:
* Reflect the values, goals and standards of Ashgate Hospice
* Place patient care at the heart of everything you do
* Follow our Health & Safety Policy, Volunteer Policy, Code of Behaviour and Volunteer Handbook
* Take part in relevant training and development
* Seek support whenever needed
* Carry out duties professionally and safely
Important Information
* Volunteers must be aged 16–75 (insurance requirement)
* All volunteers must attend:
o Voluntary Statutory Training (3 hours)
o Ashgate Hospice Induction (3 hours)
* Confidentiality around patient and hospice information is essential
* Access to transport is required for this community‑based role
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you.
Please apply via our website and feel free to include your CV or any supporting information that helps us get to know you.