Freelance Fundraiser

Inverclyde

£250 per 8 hour day.

Applications close on Mon 12 Oct 2026 at 23:59

We are looking for a freelance fundraiser to work alongside the Beacon’s Co-Directors to grow and diversify our fundraising income.

The initial commission will focus on public sector and strategic funding, while supporting corporate partnerships and sponsorship, and individual giving. Helping us build a clear and sustainable fundraising pipeline for the future.

This is a hands-on commission. We are looking for someone who is as comfortable developing a relationship with a potential supporter as they are researching an opportunity and writing a strong funding application.

We do not expect one person to transform every area of fundraising at once. At the start of the commission, you will work with the Co-Directors to identify the strongest opportunities and agree clear priorities and realistic targets.

Apply for this role

Apply to:
Tessa Calder,
Finance & HR Manager
recruitment@beaconartscentre.co.uk

Please send us:
1. Your CV or a short summary of your relevant fundraising experience.
2. A brief proposal of no more than two pages telling us how you would approach the commission and what you would prioritise.
3. Examples of relevant fundraising results you have achieved.
4. Your availability and how you would propose to use the available days across the commission.
5. Contact details for two relevant referees or recent clients. These will not be contacted prior to offer
of appointment.

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