What Volunteer Work Can I Do? At MCA Trust, we are driven by one goal: The MCA Trust works to help children and young people who are battling cancer throughout Essex and East London. But we can’t do it alone. Loved ones often wonder about ways to volunteer and make an impact. The answer is—more than you might think.
Volunteering stands out as one of the most significant paths to create a positive impact. Your schedule flexibility determines your volunteer options as MCA Trust offers roles for both short-term and long-term involvement.
Why Volunteer With MCA Trust?
Your volunteer work with MCA Trust provides essential comfort and practical support to families and children who are dealing with cancer. You’ll be joining a warm and dedicated community, all working towards a shared mission: Volunteers join MCA Trust to help make life easier for young people who struggle with cancer.
What Volunteer Work Can I Do?
Multiple opportunities exist for you to use your time, skills and energy as a volunteer. These represent the most popular volunteer roles available at MCA Trust.
1. Fundraising Support
We seek enthusiastic volunteers who want to contribute to our fundraising events. Your participation in sponsored walks and family fun days enables us to raise critical funds which allow us to maintain our operations.
You can help by:
Assisting at events
Promoting campaigns in your local area
Assist with preparations and operational aspects throughout the event day
2. Awareness and Outreach
Creating awareness for MCA Trust holds equal importance to raising funds. By sharing information about us you can help reach more families, schools and supporters who will join our cause.
You could:
Distribute leaflets and posters
Share our stories on social media
Represent us at community events
3. Skilled Volunteering
Professional abilities in marketing, design, photography or administration enable you to volunteer your time to enhance our campaigns and website while increasing our outreach.
4. Event Planning and Organisation
Love planning and organising? Becoming part of our volunteer team enables you to organize charity events that unite the community and generate essential financial support.
5. Corporate Volunteering
Businesses interested in supporting local charities can find corporate volunteering opportunities through MCA Trust. Your business can create meaningful change through team fundraising competitions and charity event support.
What is the time commitment required to volunteer?
Volunteering offers the flexibility to fit into any personal schedule. Certain volunteering roles are one-time or connected to specific events but other positions require ongoing commitment. We appreciate any support you can offer regardless of whether you volunteer weekly for a few hours or help occasionally.
What Skills Do I Need?
Volunteering requires no specialist skills and instead depends on compassion and a reliable nature alongside a willingness to help. Any type of support from you empowers us to keep advancing our mission regardless of its size.
How to Get Involved
The most effective method to discover volunteer opportunities is to initiate contact with us. You can express your interest by visiting our Contact Us page or emailing us directly. We will lead you through potential volunteer opportunities so you can find a role that matches your interests.
Make a Difference Today
Your time with MCA Trust translates into hope and support for children and teenagers who need it most. Our team would be thrilled to have you join us if you want to make a significant contribution.
Ready to Volunteer?
For anyone who wants to know about volunteer opportunities we welcome you with open arms. Start working with MCA Trust today to bring essential support and comfort to youth who face major life challenges.
Together, we can make a real difference.
