Q. What do volunteers do?

A: How big is your imagination? There are so many different opportunities on offer, it’s up to you to decide whether you prefer doing something you’re already familiar with, or take the plunge and try something new.

Most organisations will value your time and energy above anything else, and will probably offer training to help you in your new role.

Sometimes organisations do require specific skills, but if you’re not sure get in touch with them for more information.

Here are some examples of recent local volunteering opportunities:

Office admin
Working in a charity shop
Develop a marketing or business plan
Become a Trustee – get involved in the running of a charity
Help plan and organise fundraising events
IT – show other volunteers and staff how to use computers
Manage woodland and outdoor spaces
Sports coaching
Visit an older person
Drive someone to a hospital appointment

Latest

Severndroog Castle Building Preservation Trust Visitor Assistant Volunteer

Severndroog Castle is a unique 18th Century Grade II* listed Gothic tower in the Shooters Hill Woodlands, South East London. The Castle was built in 1784 by Lady James of Eltham as a memorial to her husband, Sir William James, who died in 1783. The building was closed to the public in 1988, re-opening to the public in July 2014. Since then, Severndroog Castle Building Preservation Trust continues to work towards securing the future of the building through community and commercial activities.
Charlton Toy Library Trustee Role

Charlton Toy Library Trustee Role Available
Treasurer, Citizens Advice Greenwich Trustee role

Citizens Advice Greenwich is an independent charity and company, but also benefits from being a part of the national Citizens Advice service. We help people to solve problems. Our service provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities.
Virtual Sense Buddy Trustee Role

Sense matches each volunteer with someone who has similar interests to ensure you’ll have lots of fun together. Once matched with a buddy, you will get to know each other remotely via video calls, phone calls, texting, emails or through letters.