Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity and our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
Cats are at the centre of everything we do and our objectives are: homing, neutering and educating people about cats and their care.
We help thousands of cats across the UK each year thanks to our network of dedicated volunteers, staff and supporters.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising team leaders have the exciting and varied role of inspiring our fundraising volunteers to plan and deliver local fundraising events. Using their passion and imagination, they oversee a small team of fundraising volunteers who come together to raise the vital funds needed to cover costs such as veterinary bills and food. Our fundraising team leaders support their team of volunteers in all aspects of their roles, making sure our volunteers are happy, confident and supported.
You can expect us to
- make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
You'll be:
- supporting and encouraging a team of fundraising volunteers
- planning fundraising events and activities with your team
- allocating tasks before and during fundraising events
- keeping financial records from fundraising events
- encouraging and promoting a professional image of Cats Protection
- following policies and guidelines and ensuring licences and permits are obtained for events
A bit more information about this role and the team
🐾 Become a Fundraising Team Leader Volunteer! 🐾
Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make life better for cats — because life is always better with cats!
As a Fundraising Team Leader Volunteer, you’ll be at the heart of your community—helping to raise vital funds that support cats in need. From covering veterinary bills to providing food and shelter, your leadership and enthusiasm will help us continue transforming the lives of cats, people, and communities.
You’ll lead and inspire a small team of fundraising volunteers, encouraging ideas, planning events, and making every bake sale, charity quiz, or community fair unforgettable!
What’s in it for you?
🐱 A warm, inclusive and welcoming volunteer family
🐾 Support, guidance and plenty of learning opportunities
🎉 The chance to make a real impact (and have lots of fun while doing it!)
💷 Reimbursement for agreed out-of-pocket expenses
What we’re looking for:
✨ A friendly, organised and creative person who loves teamwork
🐾 Someone happy to give around 3–4 hours a week
🐱 A positive leader who can keep fundraising on track and smiles all around!
Whether you’re looking to give back, build new skills, or simply spend more time around fellow cat lovers, you could be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
Ready to make a difference?
Get in touch today for an informal chat: Volunteering@nwengland.cats.org.uk
Together, we’re all for cats. Together, we make life better. 💛🐾
** We aim to respond to your application within 5 working days, but it is also worth noting that our emails can often land in the junk/spam folder so please do keep your eyes there too. If, after 5 days you have not heard from us or are unable to locate an email from us, please contact us using the address " volunteering@nwengland.cats.org.uk"
Time expectation
Our fundraising team leaders usually spend three to four hours per week in this role, which is flexible and can be shared by more than one volunteer if needed.
You may be just the volunteer we've been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.
