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Bucket Collection Volunteer – Muscular Dystrophy UK

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Muscular Dystrophy UK
on 7th January 2026
Interest
  • Community events
  • Family activities
  • Travel & adventure
  • Community action
Age range
  • 18-25
  • 25-35
  • 35-50
  • 50-65
  • 65+
Select area
  • All of Devon
Help type
  • Fundraising
Health conditions
  • Wheelchair

Location: Flexible – anywhere

 

Time Commitment: Flexible – weekdays, weekends, or event-based

 

Expenses: Travel costs covered

 

Extras: MDUK volunteer badge, collection materials, training, and support

 

About Muscular Dystrophy UK

A diagnosis of muscular dystrophy changes everything. Every day, Muscular Dystrophy UK works urgently to find treatments and cures, improve lives today, and transform the future for generations to come.

 

Why This Role Matters

Bucket collections are a simple but powerful way to raise vital funds and awareness in local communities. By volunteering, you’ll help us reach more people, fund life-changing research, and provide essential support services.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Organise and carry out bucket collections at local events, supermarkets, or public spaces.
  • Engage with the public and share information about MDUK’s work.
  • Represent the charity in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Coordinate with the fundraising team to ensure compliance and support.

 

What You’ll Bring

  • A positive and approachable attitude.
  • Confidence speaking to members of the public.
  • Reliability and good time management.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Commitment to MDUK’s values and mission.

 

What You’ll Get Out of It

  • Make a meaningful contribution to a cause that matters.
  • Receive full training and ongoing support from MDUK.
  • Gain experience in fundraising and public engagement.
  • Flexible volunteering that fits around your lifestyle.
  • Meet new people and build community connections.
  • Boost your CV with recognised charity experience.
  • Travel expenses covered and all materials provided.

 

Additional Information

  • Training: Safeguarding and GDPR training provided.
  • Confidentiality: Agreement required.
  • References: We may ask for a referee for identity confirmation.
  • Insurance: Covered under MDUK’s public liability policy.
  • Volunteer Expenses: Pre-agreed reasonable expenses reimbursed.

 

Interested?

Contact the Community Fundraising Manager:

📧 [email protected]

Provided by Muscular Dystrophy UK

Contact name
Phillip Heighway
Email address

Provided by Muscular Dystrophy UK

Contact name
Chris
Email address

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