Local Group Volunteer - all areas
Tools with a Mission
As a TWAM local group, you will volunteer for TWAM in your local area. This may include Tool Collecting, Refurbishing, Speaking, Fundraiser or promoting TWAM. The choice is the groups.
There are so many possibilities, but the main tasks usually undertaken are: 1. You will collect tools from requests made by the general public through the TWAM website. 2. You will promote TWAM locally to generate your own tool donation requests. 3. You will store the tools until and arrange collection by a TWAM van. 4. You will sort the tools so all broken and unsuitable tools are removed before the van collects. 5. You will do basic tool refurbishment as facilities and skills allow. 6. You will visit shows, farmers markets, local events etc. to promote TWAM and tool donations. If you have a knowledge of tools or setting up and organising groups, that would be great, but if not, we can support you all the way. Anywhere within England and Wales (but not Devon or Cornwall). You decide when you meet, collect tools, and carry out refurbishment. 7. You will offer talks and demonstrations to churches and other local groups to encourage their support. 8. You will work with your local Tool Collector, Volunteer Speakers and Community Fundraisers to have a real impact on your community. 9. You will offer support to other potential groups who need advice on how to set up and run a group. You may not do all of these things, but they are examples of what Local Groups do for TWAM
Administration,Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Fundraising,Marketing, PR & Media,Practical Work & DIY
Research, Organising & Planning, Teamwork, Talking To Others
Local Groups need a Group Coordinator who will be the first contact for TWAM. They need people who share our passion for tools and our desire to save them from landfill. Ideally, people who can speak passionately to neighbours and friends about TWAM. We are looking for well-organised people who can work together, support each other and share ideas that will get the group off the ground and keep It going
This is an enriching role as you are directly helping people living in ultra-poverty gain the tools to change their lives. There are not many volunteer opportunities where your role will make a direct difference to people thousands of miles away. However, the tools the local group collects will be in the hands of a trained tailor or craftsmen in Africa, potentially within months. It is normal for people to recognise tools they have collected (usually large and unusual ones) being used in Africa in photos in our magazine. That’s the genuine difference you will make.
You decide when you meet, collect tools, and carry out the refurbishment. Most groups meet 2-3 days a week between them, but the role is very flexible.
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Available in all local areas
Anywhere within England and Wales (but not Devon or Cornwall).
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