voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Fundraiser
with Guide Dogs Scotland (This is not a Fife-based organisation).Volunteer Opportunity No. VO103781 - Created/last updated: 07/01/2026
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: Looking to make a difference with limited time? Join your local Guide Dogs fundraising group as a Volunteer Fundraiser and help raise vital funds to support people with sight loss. Your role may include helping at stalls during local events, placing collection boxes in businesses, manning donation points, tracking stall sales (including cuddly toys!), counting donations, and working with a friendly team to plan fundraising activities.
Ideal volunteers enjoy social interaction and have good communication skills. In return, you’ll receive support from a dedicated volunteer manager, gain satisfaction from helping others live independently, and have opportunities to build interpersonal and communication skills. It’s a flexible, rewarding way to contribute to a meaningful cause while connecting with your community.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: 99 Training provided: Guide Dogs will provide an induction and ongoing support. You can be part of a supportive team, volunteer flexibly and access training and development opportunities. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed. These should be discussed with your Line Manager prior to outlay and must be submitted within the prescribed guidelines as detailed in the Guide Dogs Volunteer Expenses Policy.Experience required: Ideally you will: • Have good communication skills. • Enjoy spending time with others. Restrictions on who can volunteer
No Gender Restriction.Application process: Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; References; Trial Period Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details Events will take place within 15 miles of Dunfermline. Saltire Award This opportunity is not suitable for Saltire Awards (for volunteers aged 12-25). What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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Other Opportunities
Here are some shortcuts to other, similar opportunities:Guide Dogs Scotland has the following, additional volunteering opportunities:
- Merchandise Coordinator
- Guide Dogs Puppy Raiser (Central Fife)
- Guide Dogs Puppy Raiser - North East Fife
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