*About Bud: Bud is Poppyscotland’s brand new vehicle for exploration and learning, a truck that transforms into a mobile community space, comprising a mini poppy factory, micro-museum and with interactive learning opportunities. Bud is an interactive experience that encourages visitors to create their personal remembrance journey through exploring the exhibits. It is helping us keep remembrance relevant all year round. *About the opportunity: As a Bud Heritage Volunteer, you will support the delivery of the Bud project when Bud is in your area. This could see you supporting in one of the key tasks below: -Welcome members of the public and groups (schools, girl guides, brownies, cubs, cadets etc.) visiting Bud on their arrival -To deliver activities both indoor and outdoor as planned by the Bud team -To assist with evaluation of Bud by encouraging feedback and collecting data -To be flexible in the performance of the post and undertake duties requested by the Bud team -Support the staff team in set up and take down at visits and events. Support staff in the delivery of activities with schools, groups and public visitors *Benefits for you: -Having access to appropriate training for the role -You will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of new people -Building on your existing skills and developing new ones -Being part of a friendly, committed team -Attending local events A fantastic opportunity to help PoppyScotland and be part of the exciting Bud Project. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. *What’s next? For further information or to express your interest in this opportunity, please get in touch either *Online – www.poppybud.org.uk/volunteer , * Email – volunteer@poppybud.org.uk or *Phone – Sandra Comrie – 0141 773 6221.

Greener Kirkcaldy is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help them tell the world about what they do. Media Volunteers share information about their events and projects or anything else that is relevant to what they do at Greener Kirkcaldy. This can include their themes of climate action, community, food and growing, energy and travel. As a Media Volunteer, you can help them spread their message through any form of media that interests you and training can be given in all areas so you don't need any experience, just the enthusiasm to get involved. You could write blogs or social media posts for them, take photos or even create videos or podcasts for Greener Kirkcaldy. If designing is more your thing, you could create infographics or other graphics they can use on social media and their website. They also welcome volunteers with technical skills who could help to improve their website.

Blantyre Victoria YFC is the youth and adult section of Blantyre Victoria FC and are the youth pathway into Blantyre Victoria FC senior team. We provide a place for young people who share an interest in football to come along and join in. We are looking for someone to help with all forms of social media. To help raise awareness and the profile of the club of all the hard work taking place on and off the pitch. You do not need to be an expert in social media but have a keen interest in how this type of platform can help communicate with a wider audience.

Board members are responsible for the strategic management of each bureau, including oversight of planning, evaluation, staffing, managing finances and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Skills and experience are welcome, but training is provided. Interest in the community and bureau is most important.

Helping with raising funds for the Bureau. -Researching potential opportunities for raising funds for the Bureau -Developing fundraising strategies and plans -Working with Board Members/Treasurer and Management to meet fundraising objectives -Organising events to raise money for the Bureau -Drafting and delivering presentations to potential and existing funders

Do you like music? Do you have good communication skills? Can you spare 2 hours per week? Do you attend fundraising events? Do you like working as part of a team? Would you like to help your local community? Have you ever wanted to be on the radio? Then we would love to hear from you. We are currently looking for volunteers to join our on-air team of presenters. If you think you are interested in joining our charity then we want to hear from you.

Are you a young person (12-25) with existing experience of volunteering? Do you live in South Ayrshire? Then you might be interested in becoming a Saltire Ambassador! Our recently formed 'Saltire Squad' are looking for new members to help us 'fly the flag' about volunteering across South Ayrshire. If you are passionate about the benefits and impact of volunteering, then this is the ideal opportunity for you. You will be a member of a growing group of Saltire Ambassadors who are promoting volunteering and the Saltire Awards in their local communities. This opportunity is flexible to your schedule and your talents - ideal for those in school, college or university. If you sign-up, you will have the opportunity to: • Plan and attend events across South Ayrshire to promote youth volunteering. • Create engaging social media content and videos to raise awareness about volunteering and the Saltire Awards. • Work as part of a team to come up with new and fun ideas for increasing youth volunteering in South Ayrshire. • Help to plan the Saltire Awards Ceremony - an annual event celebrating the achievements of Saltire Award participants. • Join a group of young people who are passionate about making a difference in their local community! All participants will be provided with a mentor for ongoing support as well as access to events, training, and opportunities.

Role Title: Trustee/Treasurer Role description of volunteering opportunity: The Club runs its own powerchair football training sessions on Tuesdays between 7pm and 10pm at the Citadel in Ayr. Sessions specifically designed for wheelchair users across the Ayrshire region. Ayrshire Tigers PFC is a community-based Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) based in Ayr which works in partnership with the Scottish Powerchair Football Association (SPFA) to provide equal opportunities for powerchair users in Ayrshire to engage in team sport. The Club is an independent organisation run by its own board of trustees which is elected by its members. The club is focused on providing opportunities to play, coach and support powerchair football and is open to everyone. The team is currently playing in the Scottish Powerchair Football Championship. The Club was formed to benefit wheelchair users living in Ayrshire to engage in team sport and prevent isolation by offering a place for people to come and feel welcome, have fun and be part of a team. Would you like to give a little back to your local community? Would you like to gain invaluable experience in Project Management, Committee Meetings and Teamwork? Do you have some spare time to help a local charity involved in helping people with disabilities to engage in sport? We are currently seeking committee members with life skills or business experience to assist with the continuous improvement of our work. Benefits of being a board member with Ayrshire Tigers PFC include • Supporting the work of organisation. • Meeting new people. • Being part of a team. • Developing new and existing skills. We are looking for a Treasurer to join our committee and help guide our organisation as it moves forward into what we see as a new and exciting phase. Our Treasurer will work as part of the Board providing financial oversight and preparing regular finance reports to ensure financial rigour across our organisation. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dynamic individual(s) with accounting and finance experience to assist with the continuous improvement of our work. The committee meets once every three months for two hours. If you are new to community work, support and training will be provided. A full UK driving license is desirable but not essential. To apply for this role, please upload a CV to info@ayrshiretigers.co.uk. Closing date for applications is 1st April 2024 at noon. Interviews will take place, via video conference and will be conducted by a trustee.

To encourage and promote the development of powerchair football as a sport within the community of Ayrshire. Ayrshire Tigers PFC is a community-based Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) based in Ayr which works in partnership with the Scottish Powerchair Football Association (SPFA) to provide equal opportunity for wheelchair users in Ayrshire to engage in team sport. The Club is an independent organisation run by its own board of trustees which is elected by its members. The club is focused on providing opportunities to play, coach and support powerchair football and is open to everyone. The team is currently playing in the Scottish Powerchair Football Championship. The Club was formed to benefit wheelchair users living in Ayrshire to engage in team sport and prevent isolation by offering a place for people to come and feel welcome, have fun and be part of a team. Role Title: Secretary Role description of volunteering opportunity: An opportunity to work as part of a team and to develop your communicative skills. The Club Secretary is the hub of the club, acting as the club's communicator with our membership and external organisations. The Secretary plays a key role in supporting the Chair and being part of a small and committed team. The secretary also plays a vital role in assisting the committee ensure the Club runs smoothly. Duties: • Preparing for meetings • Sending notices of all meetings to members within the time required by the governing document • Making arrangements for meetings – booking rooms, arranging refreshments, ensuring access for all attending • Preparing the agenda in consultation with the Chair and distributing the agenda with any background papers • Checking that members have carried out tasks agreed at the previous meeting. • Participating in meetings • Ensuring that the minutes of the previous meeting are accurate, agreed and signed and dated on each page by the Chair • Taking and producing minutes of the meeting, noting the names of those attending and apologies, major decisions, any votes taken and agreed further actions • Distributing minutes in a timely manner. A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential. This role will primarily take place within the individual’s own home therefore access to appropriate technology is required although if this is not feasible they will support you in any means possible. On occasions you may be required to visit training to meet players and coaches and attend committee members when required. In return for your time, the club will provide any training deemed necessary and put you through your PVG. To apply for this role, please upload a CV to info@ayrshiretigers.co.uk. Closing date for applications is the 1st April 2024 at noon. Interviews will take place, via video conference and will be conducted by a Trustee.

Would you like to support someone through their cancer journey? Tayside Cancer Support offers a free, confidential, one-to-one befriending service for those affected by cancer in the Tayside area and help establish support groups which offer a valuable network for people facing a diagnosis of cancer either themselves or in a loved one. In addition, we provide specialist Mindfulness courses for anyone affected by cancer. Our volunteers are the key to the Charity’s success. Everyone has skills that can be put to good use! If you think you’d like to get involved whether with our fundraising activities and events; getting involved with hospital visits or within our drop in support groups, we would love to have a chat with you.