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  • Trustee
    with S.T.A.N.D

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO106381 - Created/last updated: 28/07/2026



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    About this opportunity:Make a real difference to people living with dementia and their families.

    STAND is a Fife charity led by people with lived experience of dementia. The charity believe that life doesn’t stop with a diagnosis — people can continue to grow, connect and enjoy new experiences. Nine trustees currently sit on STAND's Board of Trustees and, as a peer-led charity, three (including the Chairperson) live with dementia, three are/were carers and three have professional backgrounds.

    The organisation are currently seeking the following new Trustees to share their experience, talents, and passions:

    Trustees (ideally with experience in fundraising, campaigning, marketing, HR, creative pursuits or digital technology would also be beneficial).

    Insight or personal experience of dementia or caring responsibilities would be an advantage. The STAND team is friendly and supportive, and you will be working with the charity's Development Lead and Administration Officer alongside trustees, volunteers, staff and members of the charity

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:Trustee’s will be inducted into the organisation and appropriate training provided as and when required.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Travel expenses are reimbursed within a reasonable distance of KY1 1JF.

    Experience required:The organisation are keen to hear from individuals with experience in fundraising, campaigning, marketing, HR, creative pursuits or digital technology would also be beneficial.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; PVG membership required; References; Trial Period

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsThe Board of Trustees is timetabled to convene every six weeks during office hours in person in central Kirkcaldy and the AGM takes place in a hotel in Kirkcaldy on a Saturday in the autumn.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the 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:

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