Trustees' Week

This week is Trustees’ Week, a great opportunity to celebrate the incredible contribution of our trustees, and to say a big thank you to them for volunteering their time and expertise.

Our trustee, Amanda, says this about being a trustee:

I’ve always loved animals … apart from reptiles! and have had many pets. After losing my senior rescue dog, selling my interiors shop, and retiring, it was time to look for a volunteer position with animals.

A trustee position for RSPCA South Bucks was advertised in January 2025. I applied and was successful. I enjoy being part of a team of trustees that helps to end animal suffering in South Bucks.

Using my previous retail experience, I have become involved with merchandising at our two shops. They provide invaluable income to support our fosterers, cattery and animal welfare work. I also help with fundraising, which is a great opportunity to not only raise funds, but to meet and chat to the local community, raising awareness of our Branch and its mission.

We have a monthly trustee meeting, where we discuss relevant issues, strategy, compliance and accountability amongst other items. Our RSPCA Branch Account Manager also attends, enabling trustees to have a connection with the wider RSPCA national charity. As a trustee I am expected to give a minimum of an hour per week, but like all the trustees, I happily and willingly give as much as I can.

It is a privilege and so rewarding being a trustee at RSPCA South Bucks, plus the whole team and the animals are pretty special too.

We are currently looking for an additional trustee, at RSPCA South Bucks, with fundraising experience. Someone with a marketing/communications background and an innovative and driven approach to raising awareness and much-needed funds for local animals in need. 

If you are interested in the role, send your CV and a short cover letter to info@rspca-southbucks.org.uk – we’d love to hear from you.