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.

A food bank volunteer in a green T-shirt gives someone a box of food

Celebrating 40 years of Volunteers’ Week

Monday 3rd June

As the 40th anniversary of Volunteers’ Week approaches, we’re proud...

Judith, a volunteer play worker for the Prison Advice and Care Trust at HMP Wormwood Scrubs

‘It’s about making a difference to people’s lives … they inspire me to keep volunteering’

Friday 3rd June

My name is Judith, and I’m a volunteer play worker...