How to volunteer with York Against Cancer
So, you’ve decided to lend your spare time to helping cancer support in York and beyond. From all of the team at York Against Cancer, we want to say a heartfelt thank you!
Before you volunteer with us, you’ll need to consider a few things:
- How much time you can lend each week, month, or for specific events
- What kind of volunteering you’d be happy to try
- If there are any obstacles e.g. transport to shops, physical limitations for sporting events.
We’re happy to accept help in any way you can offer, so please feel free to ask us if you need any more advice.
Volunteer opportunities
We have a range of opportunities when volunteering with us. Whether you can spare time on a regular basis, or every now and then, every little helps. Some of our volunteering opportunities include;
- Street collections
- Marshalling at events
- Becoming a volunteer driver
- Representing us at functions
- Helping with online order packing
- Helping set up and run events
- Baking for events
- Giving talks to community groups and/or businesses
Getting signed up
To become a volunteer with York Against Cancer, you’ll need to complete a volunteer’s sign-up form. Alternatively, you can give us a call on 01904 764 466 or email office@yorkagainstcancer.org.uk. We will then send you a volunteer pack with a form to fill out and return.
You can even pop in and visit us at one of our shops to find out more. We’ll devise a schedule for a set number of hours or specific event. You may also need some training, for example, if you’re volunteering in one of our shops.
Volunteering with York Against Cancer is easy, and a great way to spend your spare time. Get in touch today or hear more from our volunteers.
Need to contact us?
Call us on 01904 764 466 or email office@yorkagainstcancer.org.uk and one of our friendly team will be happy to help.