Volunteer

Give Your Time. Change a Life.

BUDS-UK is run entirely by volunteers. Your time and skills are as valuable as any donation, and they are needed right now.

Why Volunteer With BUDS-UK?

Make a real, measurable difference to families in Sri Lanka
Join a welcoming, passionate community of like-minded people
Develop skills in fundraising, communications, or charity governance
All roles are remote-friendly with no commute required
Flexible commitment and we work around your schedule
Receive a reference for professional volunteering roles
100%
Volunteer-run
40
Years of service
30+
Active volunteers
0
Admin salaries

Volunteer Roles

We have a range of roles to suit different skills and availability.

Fundraising Coordinator

4–6 hours/month

Plan and support fundraising events including our annual gala, community days, and online campaigns.

Event planningCommunicationSocial media

Social Media & Communications

3–5 hours/month

Create and schedule content for our social media channels, write newsletters and press releases.

WritingSocial mediaDesign (Canva/Adobe)

Finance & Accounting Support

2–4 hours/month

Assist our Treasurer with bookkeeping, Gift Aid claims, and annual accounts preparation.

AccountingExcelGift Aid knowledge

Grant Writing

5–10 hours/project

Research and write grant applications to trusts and foundations that support international development.

ResearchWritingCharity sector knowledge

Community Liaison

2–3 hours/month

Engage with the Tamil community in the UK to raise awareness of BUDS-UK's work and recruit donors.

Tamil language (preferred)Community engagement

General Volunteer

Flexible

Help at events, assist with administration, or lend a hand wherever it's needed most.

EnthusiasmReliability

How to Apply

Three simple steps to join the BUDS-UK volunteer team.

01

Express Interest

Fill in the form below or email us to tell us about yourself and how you'd like to help.

02

Informal Chat

We'll arrange a brief call to get to know you and find the right role for you.

03

Join the Team

We'll welcome you to the committee and connect you with your team lead.

Ready to Get Started?

Email us at president@budsuk.org with your name, contact details, and the role you're interested in, or use our contact form.

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