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Volunteering Opportunity: VO104170
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Speaker
Created/last updated: 04/02/2026
with Canine Partners.About this opportunity: Looking for a flexible and rewarding way to make a difference in your community? Become a Speaker Volunteer with Canine Partners! You'll deliver inspiring and engaging talks to local schools, groups, and clubs, raising awareness of our amazing assistance dogs and the life-changing work they do
• What�s involved - Giving talks about the charity - Raising awareness of Canine Partners and what we do - Promoting fundraising activities - Attending cheque presentations - Handing out literature, taking donations, and directing people to our website This is a perfect role for confident communicators who want to use their skills to support a great cause
• You�ll receive full training, support, and all the materials you need, plus expenses are covered
• Whether you give one talk or many, you�ll be helping them reach more people, promote our fundraising activities, and inspire others to get involved
•Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: You will receive ongoing training and support from a named contact. You will be provided with speaker training before beginning this role. Talk requests are handled by the Canine Partners fundraising team; however, they would encourage you to secure your own talks within your local area. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Mileage is paid at 45 pence per mile, public transport is paid at cost. Other expenses, such as subsistence, can be discussed with the volunteer�s named contact. All expenses are paid monthly through BACS.Experience required: #NAME? Restrictions on who can volunteer
No restrictions were specified.Application process: Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details This opportunity is in various locations in the local area; volunteers can request the area they are able and willing to travel to. Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.