At AquaPaddle, our mission is straightforward: we deliver free, timed 5km paddle sessions on rivers, lakes, and coastal waterways across the UK to boost mental health, physical fitness, and local community connections. As our charity expands nationwide, securing sustainable funding is essential to keeping these sessions accessible to everyone.
We are looking for a proactive, results-driven Volunteer Fundraiser based in the UK to help lead our funding strategy and scale our BlueSpace wellbeing initiatives.
Whether you are an experienced UK fundraiser looking to lend your expertise to a meaningful cause, or a skilled grant writer wanting to build a high-impact portfolio in the health and outdoor sports sector, we would love to hear from you.
What you will be doing:
- Grant and Trust Applications:Identify, write, and submit funding proposals to UK trusts, foundations, and public health grants.
- Corporate CSR Partnerships:Build relationships with businesses looking to support community wellbeing and environmental health through corporate partnerships and sponsorships.
- Fundraising Strategy:Help plan, deliver, and monitor fundraising campaigns aligned with our charitable goals.
- Relationship Management:Cultivate positive, long-term connections with individual supporters, grant-makers, and organizational partners.
- Pipeline Tracking:Keep accurate records of funding applications and provide clear progress updates to the team.
What we are looking for:
- Fundraising Experience:A track record of securing grant funding, corporate sponsorships, or donor support, ideally within the UK charity or non-profit sector.
- Clear Communication:Excellent written skills with a knack for telling compelling stories and maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Self-Motivation:A creative, persistent self-starter who works well independently in a remote environment while staying aligned with our wider team.
- Sector Interest:A genuine interest in mental health, outdoor recreation, water sports, or community health (prior experience in health, sports development, or outdoor recreation is a strong advantage).
Why join AquaPaddle:
- Direct Social Impact:Help us bring the therapeutic benefits of water sports and outdoor activity to thousands of people across the UK.
- Total Flexibility:Work 100% remotely with flexible hours designed around your existing professional and personal commitments.
- Portfolio and Network Growth:Collaborate directly with our executive team and build valuable professional connections across the UK charity, sports, and health sectors.
