Volunteering with Combat Stress, the veterans' mental health charity, is an opportunity to make a real difference. Not only will you enjoy a truly rewarding experience and gain new skills, but you’ll also be able to help raise funds to enable us to continue to provide clinical treatment and support. 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.
You can give as much or as little time as you are able, we fully appreciate how busy you all are
Community Volunteers represent Combat Stress in their local county, and will help build support from individuals and groups by raising funds and awareness. There are lots of ways you can help including:
Helping to run a fundraising and awareness stand at local events
Giving short talks about Combat Stress and our work
Attending cheque presentations and thanking our supporters face-to-face
Placing, emptying and banking coin collection tins in restaurants, shops and your local community
Volunteering at collection days
Selling our Christmas cards
Volunteering at fundraising events and joining our cheering stations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, organisation, and a commitment to our cause.
Communication: The ability to speak, write, and listen effectively to persuade potential donors and engage with supporters.
Interpersonal skills: Building and maintaining relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff is crucial.
Commitment and passion: A genuine belief in the charity's mission is vital for motivating yourself and others.
Good organisation skills
Teamwork: The ability to collaborate effectively with other volunteers and staff.
Problem-solving: Creativity and resourcefulness are important for finding innovative ways to raise funds.
Resilience:
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.
Mandatory Training - Role specific
Reimbursement for out of pocket expenses
A full induction to Combat Stress and its work, including training an 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.
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.
