Job Description
Help us build connections, reduce loneliness, and create communities where people in later life truly belong.Lead fundraising and partnerships for a relational charity making a meaningful difference every day.
Evergreen Care UK is a values-led charity rooted in a Christian ethos, supporting people in later life to stay connected, independent, and valued. Through our community cafés and services, we create welcoming spaces where relationships flourish, and people feel a genuine sense of belonging. We welcome people of all faiths and none, guided by our values of Compassion, Dignity, Connection and Trust.
We are now looking for a Fundraising & Partnerships Lead to play a vital role in sustaining and growing this work. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our income generation while also being hands-on, building relationships, securing funding, and helping us tell our story with clarity and impact.
About the role
Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you will develop and deliver a sustainable fundraising and partnerships approach that supports Evergreen’s long-term vision.
You will:
* Develop and implement a fundraising and partnerships strategy aligned with our mission
* Secure income through trusts and foundations, statutory sources, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising
* Research, write and manage high-quality funding applications and reports
* Build and nurture strong relationships with funders, churches, businesses and supporters
* Act as an ambassador for Evergreen across the community and at events
* Work collaboratively with colleagues to gather impact stories and data
* Track income, manage records and report progress effectively
A relational and enabling role
As a small charity, how we work matters as much as what we do. This role is not just about delivering fundraising—it’s about building capacity and community.
You will:
* Create meaningful opportunities for volunteers to contribute to fundraising activity
* Support and empower others to play a part in sustaining Evergreen’s work
* Balance hands-on delivery with enabling shared ownership and long-term sustainability
Who we’re looking for
You’ll be someone who combines strong fundraising capability with a relational, values-led approach.
We’re looking for:
* Experience securing income through fundraising, grants, partnerships or similar
* Excellent written communication skills and the ability to tell compelling stories
* Confidence in building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
* Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities
* An understanding of ethical fundraising and data protection
* Alignment with our Christian ethos and values
Why join Evergreen?
This is a unique opportunity to join a small, passionate team where your work will have a direct and visible impact. You’ll help shape the future of the organisation while enabling more people in later life to experience connection, dignity and belonging.