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I am sorry to hear that you were made redundant. That is never easy, no matter what kind of job you are in. Perhaps, however, you could see this as an opportunity for you to find a new direction. The charity sector, in my opinion, is different to the for-profit sector in all sorts of ways, but in the end it is the people you work with and for that really make the different in your everyday life.  As a first step, I would suggest that you try volunteering with a charity 2 days a week, mainly to give you a taste of what it is like to work for a charity. Start by researching a few of the local charities in your area – if you don’t know about them already. Find one which is a cause that touches you, or with which you identify and phone them. Ask to speak to their Volunteer Coordinator or the person who deals with volunteers. Tell them you would like to give your time 2 days a week, and mention your interest in fundraising. Hopefully they may have something for you.  If not, you could also register with your nearest volunteer centre. You can also look online for volunteering opportunities. A really worthwhile site is DO IT which lists volunteer centres and has details of various opportunities in all UK areas.

Volunteering will also give you charity experience – and this can only be good for your C.V.  You have skills which you have developed over the years, and they are valuable. I have no doubt that as a charity volunteer your skill will be put to good use! Sometimes volunteering for a charities can lead to working for them. Good luck and I wish you well for the future.

  
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