We need passionate, talented people to help us make a real difference to young people and adults with CHD.  We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers – take a look at our Working Group and Steering Group roles below.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Focus Group Members

We are establishing focus groups to assist with and guide the direction of the charity. We are looking for people with expertise or interest in the following areas to join or run these groups:
– Living with CHD
– Youth Services
– Growing older
– Parents, Partners and adult siblings of people with CHD
– Information and Communication (IT, website, social media etc)
– Fundraising and income generation

View the requirements of the role and how to apply – Focus Group Requirements

Download focus group application form

Steering Group Member

We are seeking individuals interested in the direction and strategy of the organisation, to ensure we concentrate on what is most important to you and the CHD community.

View the requirements of the role and how to apply –Steering Group Requirements

Download steering group application form

More Volunteer Opportunities…

Joining our fundraising team is a great way to meet new people, have fun, and to raise vital funds for Somerville Heart Foundation!

Facebook Moderator

Online| Nationwide

View the requirements of the role and how to apply – Facebook Moderator

Writers for Upbeat Newsletter

Ongoing | Nationwide

Share your experiences, your hobbies, your dreams, and your life. Anything you like!

Community Volunteers

Ongoing | Nationwide

Raise awareness and share our information with your local GP surgery and hospital.

Event Helpers

Ad-hoc | Nationwide

Visit our Events page to see our current events.

Collection Co-Ordinators

Ongoing | Nationwide

Take collection pots to businesses in your local area (e.g. chemists, hairdressers, etc.).

If you are interested in any of these volunteering opportunities, please fill in our contact form or email info@sfhearts.org.uk.

Contact Form Email

Volunteer at an event!

Find upcoming events near you.

Fundraise in your community

Visit our Fundraising Page

Get your business involved!


Find out what your company can do to help.

Why volunteer?

Because we need you to!

Volunteering gets you out and about, meeting new people and taking part in your local community

Volunteering is a great way to have fun and make friends

Volunteering puts you in touch with people who share similar experiences and helps you to meet other people with heart conditions

Through volunteering you can make a valued contribution to Somerville Heart Foundation

It can be easy to volunteer. There’s an approach to suit every lifestyle and schedule.

Your help makes an incredible difference to people’s lives.

Register your interest!

Investing in Volunteers.

At Somerville Heart Foundation, we have achieved Investing in Volunteers’ status.

The UK quality standard for good practice in volunteer management, this shows volunteers – and potential volunteers – how much they are valued.

It also demonstrates our ability to provide an outstanding volunteer experience.

Why organise or take part in an event?

Because we need you to!

Events get you out and about, meeting new people and taking part in your local community

Fundraising events are a great way to have fun and make friends

Through events you can make a valued contribution to Somerville Heart Foundation
It can be easy to take part in an event if you keep it really simple. There’s an approach to suit every lifestyle and schedule.
Your contribution makes an incredible difference to people’s lives.

Download our handy guide for some great fundraising event ideas and advice!

How can you help us?

FUNDRAISE
DONATE TO A FUNDRAISER
VOLUNTEER

Thank you for your support! We couldn’t do what we do without you. We rely on your donations, fundraising and small grants in order to provide all of our services and support.

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