This opportunity has expired. It is no longer possible to apply for this opportunity.
Are you looking for a new volunteering opportunity? Volunteering with Alzheimer's Research UK is a great way to enhance your CV, meet new people and gain a new experience whilst supporting our mission to find a cure for dementia.
Over 500 incredible supporters are taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon fundraising for Alzheimer's Research UK. Runners will pass by the capital’s iconic landmarks.
Join our cheer squad celebrating London Science to support our runners along the route. There will be a DJ an open top sightseeing bus and runners in lab coats, a cheer point not to miss!
Your support will give runners the motivation to push on. With your support the cheer point will be unmissable!
By donating your time, you are part of our mission to find a cure for dementia.
What: Cheering, clapping, photography, and enthusiasm!
Where: Central London
When: Sunday 6th April 2025, 09:00-14:30 (or however much time you can spare!)
Being a Cheer Squad volunteer is a great opportunity to:
- Volunteer alongside your friends and family at a fantastic event.
- Give back to your local community.
- Meet new people, who may have similar experiences to you.
- Gain experience of charity events management.
- Contribute volunteering hours to your course or studies.
- Build confidence by volunteering in a team with dozens of other volunteers.
- Support a cause that is relevant to you - one in two people know someone affected by dementia.
- Become part of the Alzheimer’s Research UK volunteering community, with other opportunities available to you.
- Meet new people, who may have similar experiences to you.
- Gain experience of charity events management.
- You can be loud, steady, extravagant or sensible, so long as you provide encouragement.
- Able to plan your own travel to the event. Reasonable travel expenses can be reimbursed.
- Events are outside in all weathers, so you will need to be comfortable with this.
- You will need to be able to stand for several hours or bring something to sit on.
Similar Opportunities
Help create a warm, welcoming, and non judgemental space where people accessing our mental health services can socialise, build confidence, and form positive connections. By offering friendly conversation, refreshments, and gentle support.
Befriender Volunteers play a key role in supporting individuals as they move on from our services and begin to live more independently. This role helps individuals stay connected, build stability, and feel confident in their next steps.
Are you a qualified Yoga Instructor who would enjoy facilitating weekly sessions to help individuals with their general well-being. This is an opportunity for you to share techniques with others.
