About Irish Heart Foundation
Irish Heart Foundation is Ireland’s only national charity for heart disease and stroke. Our Mission is to lead the fight to save lives and make life better for those suffering from heart disease and stroke.
We can only do this work with the support of individuals like you who fundraise and support our campaigns.
What's Involved
The Happy Heart Appeal is Irish Heart’s annual flagship day that consists of fundraising collections and pin sales at various locations throughout Ireland. This year’s Happy Heart Appeal takes place on Friday, 12th May at locations throughout the county. We are currently recruiting volunteer helpers to assist us.
We are asking that you give two hours or more on the day by supporting us to fundraise by selling 'happy heart' badges/pins’. We will place you at a convenient location in your area as approved by Irish Heart.
With over 10,000 fatalities throughout Ireland from Heart disease and stroke, this is Ireland’s greatest killer. By giving your time to our Happy Heart Appeal you will be taking on Ireland greatest killer and helping make life better for all of us.
Specific Duties include:
- Selling pins on behalf of Irish Heart at an agreed location that suits you for two or more hours on 12th May 2017.
- Greet and thank any member of the public who makes a donation to Irish Heart.
What's required for this position
- Good communication skills
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 2hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dublin City & County and County Kildare
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Insurance cover
Age restrictions:
No age restrictions
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Skills and benefits obtained through the role:
- The opportunity to assist and contribute in the prevention of heart related diseases.
- Being a representative of a nationally recognised and respected charity in your local community.
