Grants Fundraiser

Shrewsbury Samaritans - the work we do

Our volunteers provide compassionate support to callers in distress, bespoke outreach to our local communities and specialised training to local groups.

Now more than ever, it is important for us to be there for people who need our help. The cost-of-living crisis, pressures on the mental health system and increasing social isolation is affecting our happiness and wellbeing.

Shrewsbury Samaritans is an independent local charity that is affiliated to the central charity; this means we have to raise all our own funds to keep our branch open. Our annual running costs are approximately £40,000 per year and this allow us to maintain 90 volunteers.

We are looking for a grants fundraiser to help us keep our branch running so we can carry out this vital work.

A grants fundraiser volunteer would:

• Draft grant applications to local trust and statutory funders
• Submit draft applications to our Director and Treasurer for approval
• Submit approved applications to funders and monitor outcomes, receiving and dealing with any follow-up queries and taking the lead on any presentations to funders
• Monitor progress of applications, including following-up funders, thanking and acknowledging donations
• Reporting back to funders about project outcomes and progress
• Communicate with the branch leadership team on a regular basis regarding fundraising activity
• Make sure that any applications comply with Samaritans policies (e.g. Confidentiality)

The qualities and experience required are:

• Experience of writing grant applications desirable
• Strong written skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organisational skills
• A willingness to learn about our mission and values

The role can be conducted from home but will be required to attend occasional meetings at the branch office.

Out of pocket expenses related to the role will be reimbursed in line with the branch expenses policy.

The benefits of this role are:

• Opportunity to positively affect the work of Samaritans
• Opportunity to develop and use research and report writing skills
• Personal development and training
• Being part of a supportive and welcoming branch

There will be an informal interview in the branch with the Director and Treasurer.

Online training and a DBS check will need to be completed.

Please get in touch if you'd like an informal chat about the role.