Could you help save lives at sea with Largs RNLI

In 2024 the RNLI are celebrating 200 years of saving lives at sea, locally Largs RNLI are also celebrating their 60th anniversary.

A huge part of this is down to the fantastic Largs RNLI Fundraising Branch. Throughout the year the fundraising volunteers work tirelessly to raise vital funds, which are needed to support the charity.

The Largs RNLI Fundraising Branch are currently looking for new volunteers to join their Fundraising Team, to help at events such as the upcoming Viking Festival and also to staff the local Lifeboat Shop. If you have time to give they would love to have you on board.

If you choose to volunteer you would be joining a motivated and enthusiastic team, you will meet new people within the local community, have the satisfaction of giving back and develop skills and experience within the supportive environment of the RNLI. Full training will be given.

For further details, please contact Linn on 07767 332097.

Volunteer Fundraising Chair, Linn Munton said; The main focus of our recruitment is to find extra volunteers to join our dedicated team of fundraisers.

We’re seeking enthusiastic people who may have some spare time and are looking for a new challenge. Our shop volunteers gain valuable experience in areas such as customer service, stock display and cash handling and our fundraisers help to organise fun events and raise money within the local community.

‘Full training is given for all our roles and it’s a great way to meet new friends and enhance your CV while helping to raise vital funds and awareness for our lifesaving charity.’

If you are not in the area, please do check to find a local station where you can help.

Notes to editors

RNLI media contacts

Claire McRae, Lifeboat Press Officer, 07738681546, [email protected]

Brian Rankin, Lifeboat Press Officer, 07810862468, [email protected]

Natasha Bennett, RNLI Regional Media Officer for Scotland, 07826 900639, [email protected]

Martin Macnamara, RNLI Regional Media Manager for Scotland, 07920 365929, [email protected]

RNLI Press Office, 01202 336789

Key facts about the RNLI

The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 142,700 lives.

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Contacting the RNLI - public enquiries

Members of the public may contact the RNLI on 0300 300 9990 (UK) or 1800 991802 (Ireland) or by email.