Volunteering stories

Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, see the volunteering stories below.

Jan with short grey hair, wearing glasses, a floral shirt and a navy jumper

Giving back as a volunteer for The Compassionate Friends

Monday 3rd June

After losing her son, The Compassionate Friends offered Jan a...

Arthur Rank volunteers attend a celebration event

How volunteering helped me on my path into voluntary services

Wednesday 29th May

When we talk about volunteering, we often focus on what...

Climate Youth Group volunteers

‘Volunteering locally is a great way to create change and connect with others’

Monday 5th June

Hi, I’m Noama and I’ve been working at NCVO as...

Su, Alzheimer's Society Dementia Voice Volunteer

‘I feel so proud to be part of a special volunteering community’

Thursday 1st June

Hello! I’m Su, the network engagement officer for the Vision...

Helen, Carers Connecting SEN High Peak trustee

‘My fellow volunteers give so much to the High Peak community’

Thursday 1st June

My name’s Helen and I volunteer as trustee for small...

A volunteer for Children Heard and Seen paints a child's face with blue face paint

‘With a small team volunteers are key in the delivery of support services’

Tuesday 7th June

At Children Heard and Seen (CHAS) we provide support and...