Team Animal need cheerers to support RSPCA events

The RSPCA is looking for volunteer cheerers to show their support for Team Animal at a series of events this year.

The animal welfare charity is calling on animal lovers to help support the RSPCA by volunteering their time to cheer on the runners at the London Landmarks Half Marathon, the London Marathon and Brighton Marathon.

Nicky Ifould, Head of National Fundraising Events and Regional Support said: “It’s all about making some noise to help the runners get past the finish line. No experience is needed, just come along for a few hours and shout some words of encouragement.

“The atmosphere at these events is incredibly which makes them a really great day out for all the family. Cheering on the runners at the RSPCA means you are also doing your bit to help the animal welfare charity continue its vital work rescuing and caring for animals in need.”

The RSPCA receives more than a million calls a year to its cruelty line. The charity’s frontline officers rescued more than 6,000 dogs and over 22,000 cats as well as admitting 18,000 wild animals into its wildlife centre every year.

Nicky added: “Our marathon challenges are on track to raise over £25,000 this year which is the equivalent of training and equipping a new inspector or providing a year’s worth of food for five of our animal centres which take in over 1,000 animals. Our volunteer cheerers are key in making this all happen.”

In return for volunteering, the RSPCA can offer lots of support from the events team. Volunteers will become part of Team Animal, meet new people, learn new skills to add to their CV, receive cheering equipment, including t-shirts and cheering sticks, and be an important part in ensuring the success of the event.

Those who support the RSPCA will also have the knowledge that each and every volunteer is making huge difference to animal welfare.

Nicky added: “We know from speaking to our supporters that the cheers they get on the day inspire and encourage them to cross the finish line – they couldn’t do it without you.”

If you’d like to take part and become a Team Animal cheerer, you can contact the RSPCA on 0300 123 0598 or email [email protected].