Volunteers are essential to the running of Strathmore Cricket Club enabling children, young people and adults to get involved whilst increasing the participation in this great sport. Do you have skills in any of these areas and want to help a local sports organisation provide sports and social opportunities for people of all ages? There are various roles that you can get involved in as a Governance & Administration Volunteer: - committee member - finance and general administration - volunteer coordinator - outreach/business development and sponsorship - fundraising/events An interest in finance, administration and organising events would be a real bonus in this role so if you would like to help out, get in touch.

Equal Futures promotes social inclusion for people with a learning disability or Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) in Scotland, and we are excited to be recruiting to our Board of Trustees. We were established in 2002 by a group of parents who had a loved one with a disability. Their goal was to help families plan for their relative to live their best life. Since then, Equal Futures has been on a journey to end the social isolation of individuals and families. We do this through our Circles of Support model and more informally through volunteering and social opportunities. We currently support people across 10 Local Authorities and have big ambitions for our unique support model to reach more people. We take pride in being a member organisation that puts people with a learning disability at the heart of everything we do. We operate as a registered Scottish charity within the Thera Group of companies. Our Vision Everyone has friendships which are based on kindness, compassion, and respect. Our Mission To work alongside people with a learning disability or autism to reduce loneliness and social isolation Our Values We are committed to: Positive relationships. Making a sustainable difference Social inclusion for everyone Equal Futures has a well-established Board of Trustees with a range of skills and backgrounds. We are seeking to appoint 3 new Trustees. We welcome applications from all social groups, especially from people with lived experience of ASC or a learning disability. We are particularly interested in people with any of the following: Lived experience of a learning disability Leadership experience in Scotland’s health and social care sector Knowledge in the fields of social care; social inclusion; statutory or voluntary sector; fundraising; volunteer recruitment Fundraising skills Volunteer recruitment and retention strategy Our ideal candidate is: Passionate about equality Comfortable communicating with a range of audiences Willing and driven to work with others to make a lasting difference Able to commit appropriate time to bi-monthly Board meetings, including preparation and following up on agreed actions. This will be approximately 9 days per year Awareness and interest in the needs and rights of families and individuals with learning disabilities or ASC To arrange an informal chat with one of our Board Members, please call Jayne Laidlaw on: 07725 134292 To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: Jayne.Laidlaw@equalfutures.org.uk

Fresh Community Wellness is a growing grassroots charity, registered Scottish Charity Number, SC051346. We operate out of Aberdeen city, working within a (S.I.M.D) high neighbourhood to create lasting change and build a legacy for the future. Predominantly in Seaton neighbourhoods and outdoors, we work with volunteers/residents, with a salutogenic approach to community wellness. To help with this we have great opportunities and need people to help out as volunteers for a range of roles including: *Food growing, gardeners, greenspace management, tidy ups volunteers. *Mentors, community engagement, events, entertainers (kids, adults, 55+). *Outdoors games & sports volunteers, building outdoor areas for residents (sheltered housing seating), health. *Artists/ Sculptors to begin on our Street Art & Design projects, and sculptures. *Admin, coordinators, team lead volunteers, advisors & support volunteers. *Drop-in café helpers, advisors, cooking assistants. All are fantastic opportunities to make a real difference for people and communities in Aberdeen. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. For more details about these volunteer roles or other ways you can help support the important work and volunteering at Fresh Community Wellness SCIO, please contact our website www.freshcom.org.uk or email us at chair@freshcom.org.uk or secretary@freshcom.org.uk

Community Event Volunteer Edinburgh & Lothians Areas North Lanarkshire Ayrshire Area Help make a difference to the lives of disabled people in your community! Equal Futures promotes social inclusion and creates connections for people with a learning disability or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and their family carers. By becoming part of Equal Futures as a Community Event Volunteer, you will attend and assist our regular social events for people we support and their families. This opportunity helps to build the confidence and skills of people we support in social situations, and help them engage with peers in a relaxing and supportive environment. Volunteers work as part of an events team to plan, schedule and deliver exciting social events with assistance from the Project Coordinators. Events are scheduled in advance and depending on how much time you would like to contribute, volunteers can attend a selection of the dates or all of them. The events are a great opportunity to get to know the Equal Futures community, and some volunteers even go on to become Befrienders with us or help to facilitate a Circle of Support for someone who needs it. We provide support for people aged 16 and over and work across 10 local authority areas: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scottish Borders, Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, Perthshire, East Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, South Ayrshire. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and will work flexibly with you to ensure your volunteering journey is a positive and satisfying experience. You’ll enjoy lots of benefits being a Community Event Volunteer, such as: Learning from an experienced and knowledgeable team Meeting new people and sharing insights Volunteering on a flexible basis that fits in with your life Access to free training and regular support Social opportunities with other volunteers Improved self-esteem and confidence Improved communication skills Advantageous for relevant careers Reduced loneliness and better mental health Feeling valued in our friendly team Seeing the difference that you’re making Thank you for showing interest in this opportunity. For further information or to apply, please contact us on: Edinburgh and Lothians area: Jane.Mcallister@equalfutures.org.uk North Lanarkshire area: Donna.McCallum@equalfutures.org.uk Ayrshire area: Kelly.Malyan@equalfutures.org.uk