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Help us build connections, reduce loneliness, and create communities where people in later life truly belong. Lead fundraising and partnerships for a relational charity making a meaningful difference every day. Evergreen Care UK is a values-led charity rooted in a Christian ethos, supporting people in later life to stay connected, independent, and valued. Through our community cafés and services, we create welcoming spaces where relationships flourish, and people feel a genuine sense of belonging. We welcome people of all faiths and none, guided by our values of Compassion, Dignity, Connection and Trust. We are now looking for a Fundraising & Partnerships Lead to play a vital role in sustaining and growing this work. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our income generation while also being hands-on, building relationships, securing funding, and helping us tell our story with clarity and impact. About the role Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you will develop and deliver a sustainable fundraising and partnerships approach that supports Evergreen’s long-term vision. You will: • Develop and implement a fundraising and partnerships strategy aligned with our mission, • Secure income through trusts and foundations, statutory sources, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising, • Research, write and manage high-quality funding applications and reports, • Build and nurture strong relationships with funders, churches, businesses and supporters, • Act as an ambassador for Evergreen across the community and at events, • Work collaboratively with colleagues to gather impact stories and data As a small charity, how we work matters as much as what we do. This role is not just about delivering fundraising—it’s about building capacity and community. You will: • Create meaningful opportunities for volunteers to contribute to fundraising activity, • Support and empower others to play a part in sustaining Evergreen’s work You’ll be someone who combines strong fundraising capability with a relational, values-led approach. We’re looking for: • Experience securing income through fundraising, grants, partnerships or similar, • Excellent written communication skills and the ability to tell compelling stories, • Confidence in building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, • Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities, • An understanding of ethical fundraising and data protection This is a unique opportunity to join a small, passionate team where your work will have a direct and visible impact. You’ll help shape the future of the organisation while enabling more people in later life to experience connection, dignity and belonging.