Registered charity no. 232236

The RSPCA has branches throughout England & Wales that work tirelessly for thousands of companion and wild animals every year; from a single domestic kitten in trouble to thousands of birds affected by oil spillages. However, what is not as widely understood is that each individual Branch is a separately run and registered charity, self-funding and their money is raised locally to help local animal welfare. We rely upon volunteers to enable us to do positive work for local animals.

From the Branch office in Kendal we treat and re home numerous animals who are suffering and in need. To enable us to continue to meet this increasing need we are always looking for volunteers to help to raise funds which could be anything from a town centre collection or fundraising in local supermarkets or similar outlets.

No experience is necessary and becoming a fundraising volunteer is a great way to develop new skills, meet people and have fun. Full support will be given and collectors will be provided with information about how to collect by the local Branch. You will need enthusiasm, good communication skills, and a sense of humour and to enjoy meeting new people. You must be committed, responsible, reliable and trustworthy.

Our much valued volunteers will be collecting in-store at Morrisons Kendal Monday 27^th April to Sunday 3^rd May, in store at Asda Kendal on Saturday 4^th July , at Killington Lake Services on Saturday & Sunday 25^th & 26^th July, in Kirkby Lonsdale on Saturday 8^th August and in Sedbergh on Saturday 19^th September 2009. They would welcome any assistance. If any one has even just a couple of hours to spare on just one of these days we will be delighted to hear from you.

(Most volunteering activities for the RSPCA do not involve practical animal care, although there are some opportunities to get involved in dog walking. However, all roles influence animal welfare significantly.)

Please contact:

Gwen Cropper,           Branch Administrator,

Westmorland Branch Office, 112a Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 9HE.

Telephone: 01539 736036    Office Hours: 9.00 to 3.30 Tues & Weds,  9.00 to 1.00 Thurs.

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