Volunteer Opportunities

Barefoot and Free is a grassroots UK-based charity funding respite breaks for families with neurodivergent children or children affected by trauma. We're growing from the ground up and we’re looking for passionate, creative Volunteer Fundraising Champions to grow with us.

This is more than a stepping stone role. It’s a real opportunity to be part of something long term that's meaningful, mission-driven, and deeply rewarding. You'll play a key role in shaping a small charity with huge potential and your efforts will directly impact the lives of families who truly need support.

Grassroots charity work is full of heart but it’s not without its challenges. We don’t have huge budgets, so we need fundraisers who can think outside the box, raise funds rather than spend funds and inspire others to get behind the cause.
The rewards? They’re immense:

You’ll see the direct results of your work as we grow together.
You’ll gain invaluable experience for your CV and future roles in the third sector.
You’ll be part of a close-knit team where your ideas and efforts are truly valued and supported.

Your Role
As a Volunteer Fundraising Champion, you’ll raise the funds we need to provide life-changing breaks for families.
You’ll be the creative spark and the friendly face behind fundraising efforts that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities:
Plan, organise and deliver creative fundraising activities (raffles, online quizzes, challenge events, etc.)
Engage and support individual fundraisers (e.g. sponsored runners, event hosts)
Act as a key contact for fundraising volunteers providing encouragement, advice, and practical support
Develop and maintain a central fundraising tracker (Excel or similar)
Log all fundraising activity, targets, and deadlines
Collaborate with our social media volunteer to promote campaigns
Support recruitment and onboarding of new fundraising volunteers