Fundraiser

Help tackle loneliness among older people in care homes Thousands of older people living in care homes receive few or no visitors. Friends for Life Bedfordshire exists to change that. Through our befriending and group activities, we bring companionship, connection and meaningful relationships to care home residents across Bedford and the surrounding area. We are now looking for a Fundraiser to help secure and grow the income that makes this work possible. About Friends for Life Bedfordshire We are a Bedford-based charity working to address the social isolation of older residents in Bedfordshire s care homes. Founded in 2007, we have grown from a small local initiative to a registered charity with c90 volunteers supporting more than 30 care homes across Bedford Borough. In the last year, over 1,100 care home residents received our services. The Role This is a pivotal role for the charity. It is key to the delivery of our business plan and growth aspirations. You will take ownership of fundraising and income generation, ensuring we have the resources to sustain and grow our impact. You will lead on grant fundraising whilst also developing community and individual giving, and delivering engaging fundraising events. This is a hands-on role in a small organisation, so you will have real ownership and visibility. You will shape our fundraising strategy and directly influence how many residents we can reach. This role is suited to someone who is both strategic and practical ..... full job details .....