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As Volunteers’ Week returns from 1-7 June, the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is shining a spotlight on the hundreds of volunteers whose dedication helps raise vital funds, support colleagues in crisis, and strengthen communities across the UK electrical and energy industries.
Last year alone, volunteers helped raise over £1 million for the EIC, and supported initiatives that reached more than 16,000 industry families.
Who are the volunteers behind the EIC?
Regional Committees:
The Electrical Industries Charity’s Regional Committees organise and host over 30 events throughout the year. Last year, they generated 28% of the Charity’s income. Not only do they help generate much-needed funds, but they also raise awareness of the Electrical Industries Charity and our ability to support employees, their families, and businesses across the industry.
There are currently 14 regional committees that plan and host incredible events across the country each year. They cover the regions of East Midlands, Eastern, London, North West, Northern Ireland, Scotland, South Coast and Isle of Wight, South West, Southern, North East, Wales, West Midlands, Western, and Yorkshire.
If you’d like to support one of our regional committees, consider attending one of their fundraising events. These events aren’t just gatherings; they’re opportunities to unite, network and shed light on the challenges and opportunities within the electrical industry.
Board of Trustees:
The Board of Trustees governs the Electrical Industries Charity. The Board meets a minimum of four times a year to deliver the organisation’s aims and objectives, while setting strategic direction and policy to uphold its mission, vision, and values.
Emerging Professionals Board:
The Emerging Professionals (EP) Board is made up of talented individuals from across the industry with less than 10 years’ experience.
The purpose of the EP Board is to support key projects that help the Charity achieve its objectives. Members gain valuable insight into charity management and strategic leadership while taking on meaningful leadership responsibilities.
The Board meets four times a year and attends Trustee meetings annually to present key initiatives that the Charity will undertake throughout the year.
Finance Working Group:
This subgroup oversees the systems, controls, and processes that may impact the Charity’s ability to meet its objectives.
The Finance Working Group reports to the Council on matters relating to financial responsibilities, including financial risk management. Its remit includes budgeting and financial performance, internal financial controls, financial reporting and external audit, reserves and investments, and IT strategy.
Welfare Audit Group:
This subgroup provides independent assessment of the quality and effectiveness of the Electrical Industries Charity’s welfare care programmes.
Patron:
We are honoured to have Stuart Pearce as our Charity’s Patron.
Before becoming a household name in football, Stuart began his working life as an apprentice electrician with Brent Council, later running his own business. Even as his football career took off at Coventry City F.C. and Nottingham Forest F.C., he continued working as an electrician, famously advertising his business in matchday programmes.
His experience in the trade gives him a deep understanding of the industry and the people we support.
Stuart said:
“I have a real appreciation for the hard work and dedication of those in the electrical and energy industries. I know firsthand the challenges that can come with the job, which is why I’m so passionate about supporting the incredible work that EIC does. The charity provides vital assistance to those who need it most and I’m excited to play a part in helping to raise awareness and ensure that no one in our industry faces any hardship alone.”
Ambassadors:
Ambassadors are people who commit their time to raising awareness of the EIC. They support with various things, including inspiring people to fundraise, signing people up for the powerLottery, sharing our messages on social media, and encouraging their companies to support us.
Our Ambassadors meet with the EIC team every quarter to catch up and share their ideas. Helping their industry’s charity and, in turn, their colleagues and peers is what motivates our ambassadors and gives them a sense of personal achievement.
Impact in Numbers
Below is a snapshot of the impact our volunteers make:
At a time when many workers across the electrical and energy sectors continue to face financial, mental health and workplace challenges, volunteers play a critical role in ensuring support reaches those who need it most.
Jess Vailima, Managing Director of the Electrical Industries Charity, said:
“Our volunteers are the backbone of everything we do. From organising fundraising events to shaping our governance and future strategy, their expertise and generosity make an extraordinary difference to our charity and across our industry.”
Professionals across the electrical and energy sectors who would like to get involved, whether through volunteering, fundraising, or attending an event, can learn more at electricalcharity.org/get-involved-with-the-eic
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