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  • Community Gardens Ambassador
    with Muscular Dystrophy UK - Fife

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO101048 - Created/last updated: 01/08/2024



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    About this opportunity:For over 60 years Muscular Dystrophy UK have provided life-changing support for people living with muscle wasting and weakening conditions, funded groundbreaking research and campaigned for people's rights, access to treatments and better understanding of why muscles matter.
    In this role of Community Gardens Ambassador, you'll play a key part in helping to find gardens to open in your local area. You will identify and encourage local people to open their garden to the community, sharing their passion for plants and at the same time, raising money to fund groundbreaking research and life changing support.
    You will provide ongoing, support and guidance to those willing to open their garden as a means of fundraising for MDUK.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:#NAME?
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - All expenses are to be agreed beforehand with your RDM. 45p per mile is offered for those driving

    Experience required:MDUK are keen to hear from potential volunteers who have experience of community building, event planning and promotion and marketing.

    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 DetailsFife Wide

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

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