Do you love organising events and engaging with your local community? Are you passionate about animal welfare? Join us as a Fundraising Volunteer Trustee and help raise the vital funds that power our rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming work.
Make a Difference with Your Energy and Enthusiasm
As a Fundraising Volunteer for RSPCA Oxfordshire, you’ll play a key role in planning and supporting events that directly fund our essential animal welfare efforts. It’s a great way to use your creativity, meet new people, and help animals in need – all while having fun and gaining valuable experience.
About the Role
As a Fundraising Volunteer Trustee, you will:
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Organise, promote and run fundraising events
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Work alongside fellow volunteers and staff to plan activities across the year
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Liaise with local supporters and the public to build awareness and engagement
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Ensure events are compliant with current fundraising best practices
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Provide regular updates to the committee and help steer fundraising strategy
You’ll also serve as part of our Board of Trustees, helping to guide the future direction of the charity alongside other passionate individuals.
About RSPCA Oxfordshire
Founded in 1875, we are one of the oldest animal welfare charities in the country. The Oxfordshire Branch operates as a separately registered charity under the umbrella of the national RSPCA. We are responsible for local animal welfare activities, including rescuing animals from cruelty, providing veterinary assistance, and rehoming animals in need.
Our work is made possible by a small staff team, supported by a dedicated community of volunteers – people like you, who care deeply about animal welfare and want to make a local impact.
What We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from people who are:
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Full of ideas and energy
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Organised, proactive and good at planning
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Friendly, approachable and confident in public
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Passionate about helping animals
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Able to work as part of a team – and occasionally take the lead
We particularly welcome applicants who reflect the diversity of our community.
What You’ll Gain
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The satisfaction of helping animals in your area
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The chance to meet like-minded people and build new friendships
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Opportunities to learn new skills and gain event experience
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Enhanced CV and personal development through trustee and volunteer training
Find Out More
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Learn more about becoming a charity trustee on the Government website
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Visit the RSPCA Branch Trustees page
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Attend one of our online “Becoming a Branch Trustee” information sessions
Apply Today
If you’ve got the enthusiasm and compassion to support our fundraising, we’d love to hear from you!
📧 Contact Sharon at: info@rspcaoxford.org.uk
Please note: All voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. Two references may be requested, and you may be asked to complete training or sign a volunteer agreement depending on the role.
