We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help look after Dorothy House donation boxes in their local area. These small but mighty boxes are found in community shops and buildings, and help to raise thousands of pounds each year. With your help we can make sure they’re always in the right places and well looked after.
This is a simple, flexible role that makes a big difference close to home.
Income from our shop collection boxes raises over £35,000 every year, and with help, this figure could be much higher. It is also an amazing way to create lasting relationships with businesses situated in the heart of our community. Businesses that help promote other valuable Dorothy House news and events. Please help us keep our collection boxes visible so we can continue to raise vital funds for end-of-life care.
You’ll volunteer in your own local area, choosing routes and venues that suit you, with support from the Dorothy House team whenever you need it.
What you will be doing
- Checking in on donation boxes in local shops, cafés, and community venues (small collection boxes you often see beside shop tills).
- Swapping full boxes for empty ones and depositing the cash using our secure local systems
- Spotting new places where a box could be placed
- Building light, friendly relationships with staff and thanking them for their support
- Sharing Dorothy House leaflets or information when appropriate
The skills you need
- Trustworthy and happy to work independently
- Enjoys chatting with people in your community
- Likes practical tasks and keeping things running smoothly
- Takes pride in supporting a local cause
What's in it for you
- Be part of your local community
- Meet new people
- Give something back
- Travel and pre-agreed expenses can be reimbursed
- Full training and induction will be provided
- Learn new skills