Evergreen Care UK

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 Track income, manage records and report progress effectively A relational and enabling role 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 Balance hands-on delivery with enabling shared ownership and long-term sustainability Who we re looking for 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 Alignment with our Christian ethos and values Why join Evergreen? 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.