Since 1927 we have helped cats across the UK and helped people to better understand their needs. As a community of volunteers, employees, supporters and partners, we’ve improved the lives of millions of cats and transformed the way millions of people see and care for cats.
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 volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need.
At Cats Protection, volunteering is at the heart of everything we do. As a Collection Box Fundraising Volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in helping raise essential funds by placing, collecting and managing donation boxes in local shops, businesses and community spaces. Every penny really does count—from 20p feeding a cat for a day to £150 covering the average cost of a cat in our care.
✨ What you’ll be doing:
• Overseeing the placement, collection and delivery of collection boxes in your area
• Recording donations accurately and thanking local businesses and supporters
• Researching local “hot spots” for new collection box locations
• Sharing fundraising ideas with other volunteers and helping put them into practice
• Promoting the work of Cats Protection and your passion for cat welfare
✨ What you can expect from us:
• A warm, welcoming and inclusive volunteer environment
• Support to ensure your experience is positive, rewarding and impactful
• Reimbursement of agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
• Access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
⏰ Time commitment:
This is an adhoc role, with an average of 1 hour per week being the basis of the role
✨ What we’re looking for:
• A reliable and organised volunteer with a friendly approach
• Someone comfortable visiting local businesses and engaging with supporters
• A team player who enjoys contributing ideas and working with others
• A passion for helping cats and supporting your local community
• A driver with a clean license and access to a vehicle. (Please note, it is ont possible to conduct this role using public transport or taxis for your own safety whislt carrying money)
** 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"
Minimum commitment level: Once every two months
Start Date: 30-04-2026