We are not recruiting right now but we welcome Volunteers for the below roles.

Volunteering

Fundraising & Grants Lead – Volunteer Role 

Location: Remote / flexible
Time commitment: Approximately 4–8 hours per month

Role Overview

We are looking for a volunteer to support our environmental charity by helping identify and apply for small-scale funding opportunities, such as supermarket community grants and local funding schemes. These small grants help us continue our work protecting the environment and engaging the community in activities such as beach cleans, education, and conservation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Research small funding opportunities (e.g. supermarket community funds and local community grants)
• Assist with drafting short funding applications
• Help gather information needed for applications (project descriptions, simple budgets, outcomes)
• Maintain a basic list of funding opportunities and deadlines

Skills and Qualities

• Good written communication skills
• Basic research skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Interest in environmental or community projects

Previous fundraising experience is welcome but not essential.

Time Commitment

Approximately 4–8 hours per month, depending on available opportunities and application deadlines. The role is flexible and can be done remotely.

Support Provided

You will receive information about the charity and our projects, examples of previous funding applications, and support from the team when preparing submissions.

Why This Role Matters

Small grants make a real difference to our work. They help fund equipment, volunteer activities, and community environmental projects, allowing us to continue making a positive impact locally.

Contact: volunteer@finalstrawfoundation.org

Volunteer Leaders

We’re looking for passionate people to join our charity and be part of a core team of Volunteer Leaders to help run our community beach cleans and talk at community events.

If you care about our coastline, want to make a positive difference, and enjoy working with people, this could be for you.

What’s involved?

• Leading beach cleans or talking to community groups and events

• Supporting volunteers on the day

• Being part of a purpose-driven charity

• Approx. 3 hours per event

Full training will be provided

Real impact for our environment and community

Perfect for students, early-career professionals, or anyone wanting to give back.

Please note that this is an unpaid volunteer role.

Email us at : volunteer@finalstrawfoundation.org

Citizen Science Volunteers

We are building a team of volunteers to help test water quality at Emsworth Harbour.

By committing just 1 hour or more, you’ll collect water samples alongside local sailing clubs, community groups, and university researchers, helping uncover what’s really in our waters, from microplastics and pharmaceutical pollution to E. coli.

If you’re able to volunteer regularly or offer a few slots each month, that support would be hugely welcomed too.

This data matters. It supports independent research, protects human health, and helps safeguard our globally important coastal environment before further damage is done.

No previous experience needed, full training provided.

Ready to take action and become a citizen scientist?

Email us at : volunteer@finalstrawfoundation.org