Cheer Squad Volunteer Edinburgh Marathon

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. Join us at the Edinburgh Marathon festival by signing up to our Cheer Squad near Musselburgh beach. 65 of our incredible supporters are taking part in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival this year. Runners will tackle either a half or full marathon through this iconic city raising vital funds for dementia research. They need your support and encouragement to get them across the finish line. We will see all the runners at mile 8 What: Cheering, clapping, photography, and enthusiasm Where: Musselburgh Beach, Musselburgh, Edinburgh When: Sunday 25th May 2025, 08:30-13:00 (or however much time you can spare) Alzheimer's Research UK will reimburse reasonable out of pocket expenses such as travel, within agreed guidelines. To find out more about the role, please visit: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/volunteering/cheer-squads To register to volunteer, please visit: www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/volunteering/cheer-squads/ and select ‘ SUN 25 MAY - Edinburgh, Edinburgh Marathon ’ from the list when prompted. We’ll provide you with all the materials you might want on the day including tambourines, whistles, accessories and a fantastic t-shirt 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. Encourage your friends and family to come too If you have any questions please contact the volunteering team by email: volunteeralzheimersresearchuk.org or telephone 0300 111 5555.

Location: Edinburgh, GB

Posted Date: 4/18/2025