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- Zero Carbon Guildford

If you are concerned about the environment, want to make a difference but don't know how then volunteering with ZERO is a good place to start.  We run a town centre hub which acts as the focal point for building a community led climate action plan. ZERO hosts a wide range of projects and events, installations and exhibitions, talks and workshops, and lots more, to help drive engagement in climate action. We are always looking for people who are able to volunteer on a regular basis to help us operate.   We  have a number of different roles within the community hub so if you are interested in helping out then we would love to hear from you

About Zero

                                                         

Zero Carbon Guildford is a charity set up to enable local community action to tackle the climate and ecological crisis and associated social issues.

Zero Carbon Guildford operates a Community Hub, in the centre of Guildford, to enable the community to come together to tackle these issues.  

The Hub includes a café, houses our many projects  and showcases ways local people can make changes to help Guildford's journey towards a zero-carbon future. 

 

Volunteer for Zero

ZERO Volunteer

 

If you have ever wanted to make a difference for the environment but not known how, volunteering with Zero Carbon Guildford  is one of the best things you can do.

There are many different ways you can get involved as a volunteer; you could become one of our speakers helping us to spread our message, help with our Saturday town centre outreach, you could join one of our projects such as the library of things, water rangers or the community fridge.  Or if you have limited time available for volunteering you can become one of our supporters and help us champion our work.   No prior experience or knowledge is needed as we will give you training, but you do need to be passionate about the environment and want to help us achieve our aim of helping Guildford reach carbon neutrality by 2030.   

To find out more about how you can get involved, fill in our application form and we'll be in touch soon. 

 

Minimum age for volunteering is 14 and Duke of Edinburgh students are welcome.

 

 

 

 

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Abbot's Hospital - helping people in need

Abbot's Hospital - local Almhouse providing much needed affordable homes

                                                 

 

Abbot’s Hospital is a local charitable almshouse providing homes to 21 households in need, within a supportive and caring environment. The almshouse, opened over 400 years ago in the Grade 1 listed historic building fronting the High Street in Guildford. It is one of the few buildings in the town that has been used continuously for its original purpose since being built and is now a very special place in the town.

We are looking for volunteers to join our great team who not only support our residents but help safeguard the building for future generations. We have a variety of opportunities available for anyone wanting to make difference to peoples lives.

If any of the opportunities below interest you, do get in touch to find out more using the application link below.

Website :  Abbot's Hospital                                                                                                                                               

 

Abbot's Hospital - volunteering opportunities

Tour guide

AH Dining hall

Volunteer Tour Guide

Abbot's Hospital have been running tours of our Grade I Jacobean almshouse for nearly 20 years and we couldn’t do it without our team of volunteer tour guides!

Our tour guides are passionate volunteers, coming from all walks of life and bringing with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. They all have a love for the building and sharing their passion with the many visitors we receive every year. It is truly one of the town jewels

  • Tours generally run between April and October - twice a week 11am to 1pm.
  • Knowledge of local history would be an advantage, but it is not essential. Training is provided.

 

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Action for Carers Surrey

Mission Statement

Action for Carers Surrey has a vision ‘to enable all unpaid carers to have a voice and access support to improve their quality of life and wellbeing.’ We are a committed, passionate charity determined to make a difference to young and adult carers across Surrey. 


We offer our volunteers a friendly, supportive, flexible experience and are committed to welcoming volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds.  

Volunteer Roles

Hub Volunteer

Volunteering within your local community, you will provide help and support at one of our Carer Support Hubs. We are looking for volunteers to support our fortnightly hubs at Guildford (second and fourth Monday), Godalming (first and third Tuesday) and Farnham (first and third Friday).

Working alongside a paid member of staff you, you will:

  • Help set up and clear away at the end of hubs
  • Welcome carers and help create a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.
  • Help carers to sign in.
  • Make hot drinks for carers
  • Offer an empathetic and listening ear.
  • Direct carers to a Carer Support Advisor for signposting for specific support.
  • help out with activities such as craft and mindfulness activities to help improve carer's wellbeing

Action for Carers will provide you with any agreed expenses such as mileage or public transport.  We will also provide you with induction, training, regular ‘check ins’ with our Volunteers Coordinator and social opportunities such as our Volunteer gathering. Last autumn we thanked our volunteers with a free afternoon tea at Watts gallery in Compton. 

 

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Age UK Surrey

Mission Statement

Age UK Surrey aims to:

  • promote the wellbeing of older people in Surrey
  • improve public awareness of issues concerning ageing
  • influence public policy to meet the needs of older people
  • work with other agencies in the provision of relevant services for older people

If you have the time - however little - there are so many ways in which you can help.

The rewards are great.  You will use your skills, meet new people, have fun and find it very, very rewarding.  You can be sure that the time you give is making a positive difference to older people in the community.

Volunteer Roles

Welfare Benefits Adviser - Surrey

Working hours:   ½ day per week- on average.                                                         

Reporting to:     Outreach Coordinator

Location:              Surrey                                     

Main Duties:  

Visiting Older People at home to assist with filling out forms including; Attendance Allowance and Blue Badges.

The role is supported by the Information and Advice team with full training on all benefits for older people.

Desirable Skills:

  • Empathy with concerns of older people
  • Patience and good listening skills
  • Good communication and literacy skills         
  • Self motivated                                 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A commitment to working within the boundaries of Age UK

 Expenses:  All travel expenses are reimbursed.

For further information please click on the Fill in an Application button.  

(Ash, Cranleigh, Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere, Mole Valley)

Clockhouse Cafe Volunteer

Clockhouse Volunteers Role Profile – Clockhouse Café Volunteer

Location: Chapel Lane, Milford, Godalming GU8 5EZ

The Clockhouse is a social day centre, located in Milford, providing a range of activities for those pre & post retirement – we rely on the help of volunteers in these roles –

Note: all Volunteers have 50% Discount on meals at the Clockhouse:

Role Details

General Description/Hours

Specific Criteria

 

Clockhouse Cafe Volunteers

 

As a Clockhouse Café Volunteer, you will support the team in creating a warm, welcoming environment for our guests. You will serve food, share a meal with our guests, encourage conversation and clean up after the meal.  Ensuring food is served in a timely and consistent manner and in accordance with food hygiene requirements.

 

 

Hours:  

 

Monday 10.30am to 1.30pm & 1.30pm to 3.00pm

 

Friday 10.30am to 1.30pm & 1.30pm to 3.00pm

 

 

Skills

  • Have bags of enthusiasm!
  • Follow all Age UK Surrey policies and procedures – including the volunteering requirements
  • Follow all training you receive when registering with us
  • Support The Clockhouse to fulfil its mission of nourishing communities with food and conversation
  •  Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic knowledge of food handling
  • Able to take instruction and direction from the Chef
  • Ensure that all guests are greeted and served in a friendly manner.
  • Focused and professional attitude
  • Desire to provide valuable skills and experience to a charitable organisation
  • Willingness to consider additional tasks/responsibilities.

 

Benefits

  • Ongoing support and advice.
  • Skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it.
  • The opportunity to meet a large network of like-minded people.
  • A fun, creative volunteer experience within a community led project.

 

General:

Volunteers report to the Clockhouse Manager on site

A Basic DBS will be registered at no cost to you

You are able to apply for more than one volunteer role

You will be supported and guided by the staffing team

You will be invited to an online Induction with Age UK Surrey

 

Please click on the “Fill in an Application Form” box to register your interest

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Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (Witley Centre, Godalming)

Mission Statement

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation is a national wildlife charity (Registered Charity 1130188) committed to conserving amphibians and reptiles and saving the disappearing habitats on which they depend.

Our vision sees amphibians and reptiles thriving in their natural habitats, and a society inspired and committed to their conservation.

General Interests

Mid-week practical conservation group

 

Are you interested in helping with the practical management of some of Surrey's most important and beautiful habitats, whilst learning about the wonderful wildlife they support? Then our mid-week conservation group could be just the thing.

Our friendly mid-week group meets on Tuesdays to carry out practical conservation tasks on our nature reserves in and around Surrey. During the winter, this consists mostly of scrub clearance (complete with warming bonfire), whilst in the summer it varies from infrastructure work (mending fences, installing gates etc.), clearing bracken, creating areas of bare sand and conducting reptile surveys. It's the perfect excuse to get out in the fresh air and get some rewarding exercise.

Volunteers need to provide suitable outdoor clothing (including boots and waterproofs) and bring their own packed lunch, but we provide everything else - including tea and biscuits. Volunteers with also need to arrange their own transport to and from the Witley Centre at the beginning and end of tasks. However, we are located near to Milford railway station. 

Applications from students (aged 14 and over) undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award would be welcome.

All tasks are supervised by staff and no previous experience is required - just enthusiasm! Informal training on practical conservation skills, species ID and habitat management are always provided. There may also be the opportunity to provide more formal, structured training for committed long-term volunteers. Unfortunately, as we are a small charity, we are not able to reimburse travel expenses.

Whether you're available for a few hours or a full day, your help would be greatly appreciated. If you would like any more information, or to ask any questions, please contact us by pressing the 'sign up' button

 

 

 

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Bourne Conservation Group

Mission Statement

The Bourne Conservation Group is a friendly group of volunteers that enjoy working together in the fresh air to improve the local environment.  The aim of the Group is to improve The Bourne area of South Farnham by maintaining and enhancing its landscape and biodiversity with due regard to its historical associations.

Membership is open to all and consists of men and women from many walks of life.  There are a wide range of tasks to be undertaken and this provides interest and enjoyment for a spread of knowledge, aptitudes and physical abilities.

Projects we are involved in include:

Improvement of Bourne Crossroads embankment and flower bed

Improvement of the Bourne Gateway - spring bulbs on the A287 & Ridgeway School planting

Woodland Management in association with Waverley District Council and the private landowner of Sable Wood

Middle Bourne Lane Community Wildlife Garden

The Old Churchyard

Public Footpath maintenance

The Bourne Stream project

Bourne Beautification in association with The Bourne Residents Association

Historical Projects

General Interests

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Brightwells Gostrey Centre (Farnham)

Sending our warmest and well wishes to you all during this extremely difficult time. Whilst our social centre has sadly closed for the time being, we are still very much here for the older community of Farnham. We have continued to extend our daily meal service, offering a freshly cooked meal at lunch time with the option of a frozen meal for the evening, as well as afternoon tea.

 

Mission Statement

Brightwells Gostrey has been in the heart of the community for older people for over 30 years.  We provide a warm and friendly environment for senior citizens to meet. Offering a variety of vital activities and services including freshly cooked meals, daily activities, craft workshops, grandparent and toddler groups, outings and much more. We are proud to bring a sense of belonging, companionship, fun and enjoyment to those in their golden years.

We also provide a Community Meal Service, ensuring those who need it, regularly receive a nutritious freshly cooked meal and pudding. All dishes are prepared from scratch in our kitchen. However, it is far more than just a meal we are delivering.  Our team of volunteers are a friendly face to many, helping to reduce social isolation, something which has become so much more important in the recent months.

General Interests

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Brigitte Trust

Mission Statement

The Brigitte Trust is a Queen's Award registered charity offering a free service of emotional support and practical help.  The service is offered face-to-face in the home supporting people and their carers when a life-threatening illness such as Cancer or Motor Neurone Disease has been diagnosed.The Brigitte Trust is a trusted partner of Surrey County Council and over 400 referrals are received every year throughout Surrey.  More volunteers are needed now to support people who have received a life-limiting diagnosis.

General Interests

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British Red Cross - Godalming Shop

Mission Statement

About the British Red Cross

The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global voluntary network, responding to conflicts, natural disasters and individual emergencies.

We enable vulnerable people in theUKand abroad to prepare for and withstand emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help them to recover and move on with their lives.

General Interests

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British Red Cross Charity Shops

Mission Statement

The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global voluntary network, responding to conflicts, natural disasters and individual emergencies.

We enable vulnerable people in the UK and abroad to prepare for and withstand emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help them to recover and move on with their lives.

 

We have approximately 320 retail outlets in the UK and represent a significant fundraising arm of the British Red Cross. The shops generate a lot of much-needed income and are a great way to raise the profile of the charity on the high street. Close to 7 million people visit our shops every year, spending over £25 million in our shops.

General Interests

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British Regional Transport Association

Mission Statement

The British Regional Transport Association (BRTA) is a voluntary membership-based, pro-public transport improvement association with several of its projects having a nationwide positive benefit and impact. Membership is open to all.

 

General Interests

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Buckinghamshire & Surrey Trading Standards

Mission Statement

The Trading Standards service exists to:

  • Protect individuals, communities and businesses from harm and financial loss
  • Help business to thrive by maintaining a fair trading environment
  • Improve the health and wellbeing of people and communities
  • Fulfil our statutory responsibilities to deliver consumer and public protection services across Buckinghamshire and Surrey

You can find out more about us on our website

General Interests

Undercover work to see if shops sell age restricted products!

Teenager in disguiseCatch Underage Sales (ages 14 to 16): Help stop stores from selling age-restricted products like vapes, alcohol, and tobacco to minors by making test purchases.

You need to be able to follow instructions well, be reliable and confident to find, look at and purchase items in retail premises in a calm manner. 

You will be asked to enter shops and attempt to purchase age restricted products acting as a regular member of the public would. Don't worry, our officers will be there (either in person or remotely) all the time!

Volunteers will always require written consent from a parent or guardian before taking part and will not be asked to visit premises near where they live, close to their school or anywhere they are likely to be recognised.

Young people will be collected from home and returned. Although volunteers are not paid, we do provide meal and refreshments during operations and a voucher to the value of £20 redeemable in a major high street retailer.

A certificate that can be used for Record of Achievement / Citizenship portfolios is also provided. Some volunteers have used participation in test purchase operations as part of their Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. It also looks good on your college or University applications!

Mystery shoppers

Person shopping in a supermarketLove browsing stores?

This role is for you!

Help us check products by buying specific items. There will be a small amount of paperwork involved.

You will find, look at and sometimes buy items that Trading Standards want to check for safety or food safety. 

Each visit will need to be recorded but please note that you would not be telling businesses what they are required to do.

You will be helping to keep others safe by spotting goods that could be dangerous.

This role is flexible, with no set times for carrying it out but tasks would need to be completed during the hours the businesses were open and within a set timeframe.
The items that you will be looking for and the problem features to look for will be explained to you.

Fight Scams Like a Champion

Man with writing on his hand saying 'My money, my info, I don't think so'Become a Scam Champion: Educate Your Community!

Do you want to make a real difference in your community? Are you passionate about protecting people from the devastating effects of scams? We're looking for Scam Champions to help us spread awareness and empower people with the knowledge they need to stay safe.

What will you do?

As a Scam Champion, you'll become a community educator, delivering talks or writing articles to help people understand, identify, and avoid scams. You'll be a vital link in tackling the lack of awareness that makes people vulnerable to these financial crimes. We provide all the training you'll need, including a special session on the laws surrounding scams and valuable presentation tips. We also welcome your creative ideas for reaching people in new ways!

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for reliable and detail-conscious individuals who are confident speaking in front of groups. You'll need to be able to follow our guidance to ensure key information is included in your sessions and be able to commit to the sessions you sign up for.

This is a flexible role with no set hours, so you can fit it around your schedule. You can choose when and where you deliver sessions, keeping in mind when local communities are available.

Is this for you?

  • Do you enjoy public speaking or writing?

  • Are you reliable and committed?

  • Are you passionate about helping others?

We would be delighted to have you on our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills, give back to your community, and help make a real impact.

We welcome applications from students aged 16 and over who are undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award. Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Ready to become a Scam Champion? Apply now and help us protect our communities!

Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.

 

 

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Canine Partners

Are you looking for a rewarding, fun, new challenge? Canine Partners is a registered charity that transforms the lives of disabled people by partnering them with assistance dogs. We are looking for caring homes in Berkshire area, to raise, socialise and train puppies and young dogs up to the age of 18 months before they go on to become life-changing canine partners. Ideally, within 45 minutes’ drive RG12. Find out more caninepartners.org.uk/puppy-parents

Mission Statement

We will change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing. 

General Interests

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Canterbury Care Centre (Guildford)

Mission Statement

S W Association For Mental Health

(Canterbury Care Centre)

 

The Canterbury drop in day centre runs a service for adults who are suffering, or have suffered with mental illness who live in the South West Surrey area (Guildford, Farnham, Haselmere and surrounding villages).  On offer are social activities, a friendly atmosphere, informal help and advice, creative arts and writing, massage and physical activities.  Refreshments and lunch are also provided.  The centre is open on Mondays from 10am-3pm and Thursday and Friday from 10am-1pm.  You may drop in to the centre or be referred by your GP, Social services or Guildford CMHT. A lunch is provided at low cost.

General Interests

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Care Farnham

Mission Statement

Helping local people in Farnham and surrounding villages get to the doctor and dentist, hospital and optician, physio and chiropody etc appointments.

General Interests

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Care for Guildford - supporting your community

Care for Guildford - about us

Care for Guildford - we are a local award winning charity enabling people live independently with dignity. Through our of team of volunteers we

  • provide a reliable, caring service taking people to and from essential medical appointments who would otherwise struggle. Our clients often have no-one else to call on, cannot manage public transport or are unable to afford taxis. Many clients have complex health conditions and struggle to attend the appointments they desperately need without our help.

  • offer a shopping service that also provides friendly social contact to those living alone, allowing our clients to stay independent and remain in their home.

We are very flexible, no firm commitment is required, allowing us to work around your availability, however limited that maybe be.

If you can offer a friendly face, often at a difficult time in a client’s life - why not consider joining our amazing volunteer team. We promise you will make a real difference to our clients lives.

If any of the roles below are of interest, we would love to hear from you.

 

Web site: Care for Guildford                           

Email: volunteer@careforguildford.org.uk

Volunteer with Care for Guildford

Volunteer Driver

 

Volunteer Driver Role Description

In this vital role supporting our communities, you would use your own vehicle to take up to 3 passengers to a range of different appointments in Guildford and occasionally, further afield. You will be working with adults some of whom may be considered vulnerable, so a firm commitment to safeguarding is essential. You will need to agree to a DBS check for Adults with a request for a check against the barred lists. We will also need you to provide two references as part of our Safer Recruitment process.

A responsible attitude is vital along with a good driving record. Your vehicle should be presentable, fully insured (with a MOT where applicable), road legal and well maintained.

You will receive mileage expenses based on the mileage that you travel from and back to your home at 45p per mile. 

You will live within 3 miles of the town centre.

Location

The volunteering will take place in Guildford and occasionally beyond, but you decide when and where you are happy to drive to. It's that flexible.

Volunteer Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • happy to be contacted by our appointments co-ordinator regarding journey requests we have received – this could include via WhatsApp messaging - all during weekday office hours.

  • being prompt and on time for all pick-ups and drop-offs

  • being courteous, friendly and professional at all times

  • having a conversation and listening to passenger stories.

  • contacting Care for Guildford if you have any questions or concerns.

  • letting Care for Guildford know, as soon as possible, if you can no longer undertake a journey

  • immediately feeding back any Safeguarding concerns to us

  • cash handling with passengers that make a donation towards the cost of their journey

  • completing accurate expense claims, submitted on a regular basis. Assistance is available if required.

Time Commitment

This is a fully flexible role, supporting a wide range of passenger journeys. We provide journeys 5 days a week but it is completely up to you when you volunteer and how often. Some of our volunteers only manage to make one trip a month which is not a problem. We will work around you.

We do not charge you for any of the training.

Volunteer Specification

We ask that volunteers are:

  • caring, considerate, patient and understanding

  • flexible, reliable and helpful

  • confident in engaging with all kinds of people in a friendly manner

  • want to help people

  • able to comply with all policies and procedures in every aspect of the role

Recruitment, Support and Training

All volunteers will be asked to:

  • participate in an interview with one of our Trustees

  • agree to a DBS check being carried out by us

  • participate in any training arranged by Care for Guildford



If you love driving, want to help others in a way that fits in with your other commitments, this role could be for you. Please click below to be taken to our online application form. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call our team on 01483 566635

Volunteer Shopper

 

What we do…

At Care for Guildford, we operate a shopping service for local housebound residents, mostly older people, who are unable to shop for themselves,. This is only made possible thanks to our team of volunteer shoppers. During 2023, we helped an average of 13 clients living in and around the town, making over 600 shopping trips.

If you love helping others and want to make a difference in the lives of housebound people in your community, this role may suit you.

Volunteer Shopper Role Description

In this vital role you will, not only help clients stay independent and well by doing their shopping, but also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships.

You will either go shopping for them or you may be asked to arrange and collect online orders and drop them off at their homes. You will be working with adults some of whom may be considered vulnerable, so a firm commitment to safeguarding is essential. You will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check for Adults with a request for a check against the barred lists. We will also need you to provide two references as part of our Safer Recruitment process.

A responsible and caring attitude is vital along with access to a vehicle.

You will receive mileage expenses based on the mileage that you travel from and back to your home at 45p per mile.

Location

The volunteering will take place within a 2 mile radius of Guildford town centre.

Volunteer Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • happy to be contacted by our shopping co-ordinator regarding shopping requests we have received - all during weekday office hours.

  • being courteous, friendly and professional at all times

  • agreeing the shopping list with Client

  • go shopping for a Client either in person or using online shopping facilities and drop the shopping off at the Clients home

  • letting Care for Guildford know, as soon as possible, if you can no longer undertake a shopping request

  • immediately feeding back any Safeguarding concerns to us

  • cash handling in some cases with Clients who wish to pay for their shopping in this way

  • keeping accurate records

  • completing accurate expense claims, submitted on a regular basis.

Time Commitment

The time commitment varies depending on the needs of the person you are matched with and your availability. Generally, we ask for a minimum of one hour per week.

Volunteer Specification

We ask that volunteers are:

  • caring, considerate, patient and understanding

  • flexible, reliable and helpful

  • confident in engaging with all kinds of people in a friendly manner

  • motivated to help people

  • mindful of infection control and good hygiene at all times

  • able to comply with all policies and procedures in every aspect of the role

Recruitment, Support and Training

All volunteers will be asked to:

  • participate in an interview with one of our Trustees

  • agree to a DBS check being carried out by us

  • participate in any training arranged by Care for Guildford

If you love shopping, want to help others, this role could be for you. Please click below to be taken to our online application form. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call our team on 01483 566635

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Cherry Trees (East Clandon)

Cherry Trees supports some of the most vulnerable children in Surrey, as well as their families. Our home from home respite care is a lifeline to over 100 families. As a volunteer, you can be part of the Cherry Trees community, making a difference every single day. 

Mission Statement

Our purpose

To be a force for good by transforming lives through exceptional home from home care for children with all disabilities and their families.

Our Vision

Our doors will always be open to families in need throughout the South East, by being a much loved and supported charity.

Our Values

Our aim at Cherry Trees is to offer the opportunity to children with learning and physical disabilities, most of which are severe, to enhance their quality of life by providing a safe, home-like environment whilst also providing their parents with a meaningful break.

General Interests

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Community Angels Befriending

Responding to loneliness in Guildford

 

Community Angels are trained befrienders who offer six months of weekly face-to-face support to adults of all ages in Guildford borough struggling with loneliness and/or social isolation. 

If you have a couple of free hours a week and enjoy listening and getting to know people, we'd love to hear from you. We provide training to get started (2 x 3 hours sessions), match you carefully with someone to befriend and provide ongoing support while you are volunteering with us.

Hear what our volunteers say on https://youtu.be/5MAb_UVTcc0

Community Angels is one of three projects run by Guildford Town Centre Chaplaincy.

Volunteer opportunities

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Cranleigh Riding for Disabled

Mission Statement

Through the commitment of volunteers, RDA enables people with disabilites to ride to benefit their health and well being and to achieve their goals 

Riding offers a degree of independence that many disabled people cannot have in their daily life.
 
There are also medical advantages - the warmth and three dimensional movement of the horse is transmitted through the rider's body, gradually making it more relaxed and supple, reducing spasticity and improving balance, posture and co-ordination. The movement of the pelvis influences the lumbar region and is transferred up the spine thus encouraging control of the trunk and head. Riding a horse makes mobility possible.  From the elevated position on its back, riders have an opportunity to see more than would otherwise be possible for them. The experience our riders gain through the contact they have with our ponies also helps to create a great sense of achievement and confidence. We hope that this will, in turn, make their lives easier and more fulfilled.

General Interests

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Cranleigh Village Care

About Us

                                      Cranleigh Village Care

We are a group of volunteers who have been serving the Cranleigh community for over 20 years. We have provided transport for Cranleigh residents who need our support to attend their medical appointments at local surgeries, clinics and hospitals.

Because of Covid restrictions we have been unable to operate since March 2020.

We would love to be able to relaunch our service for existing and new clients as soon as we can because we know that there are local people who are struggling to get to vital appointments because of a lack of transport.

We do have a core of drivers and duty officers (who deal with telephone requests and arrange the transport) who are keen to get started again but we desperately need to find new volunteers to help coordinate the service and we always need more drivers.

Volunteer Roles

Driver

This volunteering opportunity involves taking people in the Cranleigh area to the Health Centre, dentist,  hospital etc. Our clients are typically older people who are unable to drive themselves, people with disabilities or people who for various reasons are unable to travel independently to vital appointments.

No regular weekly commitment is required.  The emphasis is on flexibility.  You decide when you are available and whether you only want to do trips within the Cranleigh area or whether you are willing to go to nearby hospitals such as the Royal Surrey. 

You will need to be friendly, patient and enjoy working with people.  You will need to have your own car and a clean driving licence.

In return, we will cover your petrol expenses and provide support and an induction session.  We practise an Equal Opportunities Policy.

Contact us by clicking the Fill In An Application button if you would like to know more. We look forward to hearing from you.

Duty Officer

Help make the Cranleigh community stronger!

Cranleigh Village Care needs duty officers to take calls from local residents  who need help getting to health care and other vital appointments.  They then match the request from a list of on call volunteer drivers. 

We ask duty officers to be able to commit to doing at least one volunteer shift per month.  A shift consists of answering phone calls from 10 am to 12 pm and then spending up to two to three hours to ring drivers followed up by confirming to the client when a lift is arranged so approximately five hours per volunteering session.

You will need friendliness, patience and empathy and you will be helping provide a service for people who would otherwise be unable to attend their appointments.

Full training an on going support is provided..

Our duty officers sometimes combine this role with that of being a volunteer driver.  See other role on this page.

To apply please fill in an application and we will get back to you.  We look forward to hearing from you.

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Creative Response Arts (Ltd) (Farnham)

Mission Statement

Creative Response is a small local charity offering arts-based workshops for people experiencing mental health, learning and physical difficulties. 

 

In our central Farnham studio, practising artists work collaboratively with members from across Surrey and surrounding areas, guiding and facilitating the creation of paintings, drawings, sculpture and ceramics. 

 

We are passionate advocates of the benefits of the arts for mental health and well-being, and our team are proud to have been serving the community for over 25 years. 

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Crossroads Care Surrey

LOOKING TO GIVE SOMETHING BACK?

 

We at Crossroads Care Surrey have a variety of voluntary roles available.    

 

Crossroads Care is Surrey's leading charity providing respite care support to Carers. We've been working across Surrey for over 30 years, with our core purpose being to improve the quality of life of unpaid carers and those they are caring for. 

 

COVID-19 Emergency Response

As a result of Coronavirus, Crossroads swiftly implemented a response by providing essential shopping and prescription collection services to carers and to other vulnerable people that were isolated at home. We provided regular wellbeing calls to check in on people to see how they were coping and to offer support with shopping. We're now developing a volunteer based Outreach Support and Telephone Befriending with Digital Tech project largely in response to Covid, but which enable us to continue to support people who need it with shopping and prescription collections, and also with support in learning and using digital technology.  We are seeking new volunteers who are interested in providing Outreach Support and / or Telephone or Digital Befriending.

 

As an Outreach Support Volunteer you would support people living in the same borough as yourself with shopping and prescription collections. We would provide you with appropriate PPE and pay any related fuel costs.  

 

As a Befriender you would support carers and other older people, or those being cared for, who are feeling isolated and alone and who would benefit from having someone to speak to simply to chat about life, the weather, local services and events etc. We're interested in hearing from volunteers who are relatively IT savvy and would be able to connect to our Cloud based phone system to make telephone or virtual calls to clients. We'd also like volunteers to get involved with an exciting new Befriending with digital tech project, through which you would be able to support people in learning to use, or building confidence in using laptops, smart phones and tablets. Even if you're not computer savvy, but would benefit from being a befriender yourself, please get in touch.

 

We are also now looking for people that are interested in supporting the development of the charity as a Trustee. We are looking for people with relevant and transferrable skills in keys areas including accounting & finance, HR & culture, marketing & fundraising and operations.  Find out more and apply through our website at https://crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk/about-us/#trustee

 

And we are always looking for people that are interested in other volunteering roles, including by offering support in care or club settings, in the community, with fundraising, or in the head office.

 

If you are interested in becoming part of our Surrey wide team and being involved in providing support to your community, please email us at enquiries@crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk to request a volunteer pack.

 

We'd love to hear from you... if you have a good understanding of what it's like to be a carer and are looking to give something back through volunteering.

Mission Statement

Crossroads Care Surrey is an established charity of over 30 years, offering a range of support services to carers and the people for whom they care.  We are committed to supporting people at an earlier stage in their care journey and recognise there can be a considerable length of time between a person needing some care and support periodically and them needing full time, round-the-clock care.

 

 

Community Support Volunteers will support Crossroads Care Surrey by providing the delivery of essential shopping for cared for people and carers that are struggling with the weekly shop or collecting prescriptions. With access to your own vehicle, you will receive requests made by the Community Support Co-ordinator to complete a shopping trip to help the people Crossroads Care Surrey support in your community.  

 

Befriending Volunteers will support befriending service to the people we support, enabling them to benefit from knowing there is someone there to listen, understand, be their friend and check in on their wellbeing. Calls could last anything from 10 minutes to half an hour and you will need to ensure that you can listen with understanding and patience and then respond appropriately.

 

Our Companion Volunteers provide visits upwards of 1 and a half hours.  Companionship visits are generally provided by our team of volunteers and are geared up towards people in the early stages of their caring journey, and their loved ones who do not – at this stage – require round-the-clock or specialist support.

 

We're also looking for new Trustee's to join us now, so if you're interested in supporting us in leading the development of respite services for carers in Surrey, please enquire through our website www.crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk

 

We are also always looking for people that are interested in other volunteering roles, including by offering support in care or club settings, in the community or in the head office.

 

If you are interested in becoming part of our Surrey wide team and being involved in providing support to your community, please email us at enquiries@crossroadscaresurrey.org.uk to request a volunteer pack.

 

We'd love to hear from you... if you have a good understanding of what it's like to be a carer and are looking to give something back through volunteering.

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Dolphins Swim Club (Active Surrey)

Mission Statement

Dolphin Swim Sessions aim to facilitate friendly, inclusive swimming sessions for anyone who feels that joining the sessions would benefit their physical or mental health. No referral is required, anyone is welcome as are carers. Sessions are used as rehabilitation after surgery, for management of various mental health conditions, for on-going physical maintenance, weight loss, etc.

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Dose of Nature

Mission Statement

Dose of Nature is a mental health charity whose purpose is to improve the mental health and wellbeing of individuals through increased engagement with the natural world. Our work is rooted in a wealth of scientific evidence that demonstrates the physiological and psychological benefits of spending time in nature.

We deliver ‘nature prescriptions’ to people referred by their GP with a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, trauma, and addiction. Through a combination of education, first-hand experience, and practical and motivational support, we encourage a greater connection with nature, and inspire lifestyle changes that have a significant and lasting impact on mental wellbeing. Our model is a positive, hopeful and outward-looking approach to mental health.

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Dyscover

Mission Statement

Dyscover is a charity providing long-term support and opportunities to people with aphasia and their families. Daily sessions are led by professional speech and language therapists and are designed to help people to adjust to living with aphasia. We help our members to develop strategies for communicating, maximise abilities and provide help and support for partners, carers and other family members.

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Farncombe and Binscombe Good Neighbours

Mission Statement

To offer lifts to elderly residents of Farncombe and Binscombe, or others without their own transport or convenient access to public services. Lifts will typically be to all types of  medical appointments..

Clients make modest voluntary contributions towards the cost of the driver's car expenses..

Drivers offer a personal service using their own vehicles. Clients make requests via a mobile number, which is manned on weekdays from 10 to 12 noon, with a message facility

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Farncombe Day Centre

Mission Statement

To encourage social inclusion by providing a welcoming and stimulating environment in which to meet. To facilitate and promote better health among older people. To enable the elderly to be independent and allow them to enjoy life in their own homes for as long as possible.

The Day Centre provides a range of services which are accessible, affordable and attractive for the elderly of Farncombe and Godalming, including:

Balanced and economical lunches and snacks
Bathing service
Hairdressing
Chiropody
Transport
Recreational activities
Outings and holidays

General Interests

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Farnham ASSIST

Mission Statement

VolunteersOur mission is to support older people living in Farnham to prevent loneliness and isolation. We are here to listen when people wish to talk and them to our events.

Volunteer Roles

Cook / Food Preparation Assistant

Memorial lunch volunteers

 

As part of our Volunteer Team you will receive regular updates and training, opportunities to attend our events and be rewarded with the appreciation of our clients for whom this may be an essential lifeline.   

 

For monthly weekend lunches for older people: the Cook agrees the menu with the Lunch Coordinator, oversees the cooking and serving of the food and clears up the cooking area. The Food Preparation Assistants help the cook prepare the vegetables etc, serve the lunch and clear the cooking area.

Experience and enjoyment of cooking (particularly for the role of Cook), enjoys working as part of a team, enjoys company. Cooks must hold a food hygiene certificate (training for this will be provided by Farnham ASSIST, if necessary).

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COMMIT TO ONCE A MONTH.  YOU WILL BE ON A ROTA WITH OTHER COOKS

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link.

 

Farnham

 

Dining Room Assistant 14+

Lunch volunteers

 

As part of our Volunteer Team you will receive regular updates and training, opportunities to attend our events and be rewarded with the appreciation of our clients for whom this may be an essential lifeline.  All help gratefully received whether once a month or once a year.

Volunteers are needed to help at our monthly weekend lunches for older people.

You will assist with carrying the meals to the tables, clearing the tables, help with the washing up, and help clear up the dining room and the kitchen.

You should be able to work well in a team.

Applications from students (aged 14 and over) undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award would be welcome to apply.

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link.

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Farnham Community Farm

Mission Statement

Founded in 2008, Farnham Community Farm, previously known as Farnham Local Food, is a community-run project supported by volunteer labour. Our aim is to provide fresh, locally-grown vegetables for people in and around the Farnham area.

Here’s some of the things we are proud of:

•    We care about the environment and our produce has virtually no food miles.

•    Our vegetables are the freshest in town, usually picked on the same day they are collected.

•   Same day freshness guarantees our veg maintain valuable nutrients which are lost in mass produced supermarket veg that has travelled for miles to reach your table.

•    We can grow varieties purely for taste rather than transportability.

•    Although not certified, we use organic practices to grow our veg which means everything is free of pesticides.

•    All our members have the opportunity to actively help out with the scheme.

We currently have places within our scheme if you would like to buy produce weekly.  There are a three different sizes of veg share available at competitive prices, please refer to our weekly veg bag page for more information.

As with all community projects we always need more help in all areas of our scheme.  If you think FCF is something you may enjoy being part of then come along and see us. All ages, all abilities, everyone is welcome.  We hope to see you there.

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Frensham Pond Sailability (Farnham)

Mission Statement

To provide recreational and competitive sailing for people with a disability or long term illness.

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Furniturelink (Merrow)

Mission Statement

 Furniturelink Guildford, site logo.

 

Surrey Reuse Network is a group of six social enterprise charities working together in partnership to reduce landfill and help their communities by providing affordable furniture for all throughout Surrey.

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Girlguiding Surrey West - Herons Wey Campsite (Farnham)

If you are looking for volunteering opportunities in the outdoors, then Herons Wey Campsite is the place for you!  On any day, regardless of the weather it is a fantastic place to spend time with the camping areas spread across 35 acres of grassland.  We also have 2 large areas of native woodlands covering a further 17 acres which are bordered by the river Wey.

Whether you are looking for a regular or one-off volunteering experience, we have lots of tasks which we need help with.  We also welcome applications from corporate volunteer groups who would like to undertake an outdoor based service project in their local community.

In addition we are also looking for a few people who are interested in getting involved with the Site Management Committee; a team that hold the overall responsibility for running the site.

We offer flexible volunteering opportunities and the opportunities listed give an idea of the areas where we need help managing the site and facilities, please do get in touch if you would like any further information.

Herons Wey is in a remote location and own transport is required.

Mission Statement

Herons Wey Campsite is owned by Girlguiding Surrey West and managed by volunteers.  The campsite and residential facilities welcome members of Girlguiding, the Trefoil Guild, Scouting, uniformed organisations, charitable groups, and other youth organisations including Schools/Educational and Duke of Edinburgh groups for overnight/residential stays and day bookings. 

Girlguiding is the largest organisation for girls and young women in the UK.  The aim is to sustain and promote a stimulating and enjoyable programme of activities.  These will help girls and young women develop their potential and enable them to play an active role in their community.

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Guide Dogs

Mission Statement

Our Purpose: To provide life-changing services for the independence of people living with sight loss and their friends and family.

Our Ambition: A future where every person with sight loss has the confidence and support to live their lives to the fullest.

Our Behaviours:

We are

Person-centred

Experts

Optimistic

so we can:

Partner

Lead by example

Engage

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Guildford Action

Mission Statement

To enhance the lives of all those we come into contact with.

Volunteer for Guildford Action

Volunteer Mentors with Guildford Action /Big Brother Big Sister

Big Brother Big Sister uk

Do you want to be part of a new project?

Do you want to make a difference to a childs life?

Do you have a couple of hours each week?

Guildford action and Surrey county council are working together to build relationships with children and adults in this new programme called big brother big sister UK, it is a long term mentoring scheme set to enhance the lives of children who otherwise may not get a chance to experience the things many of us take for granted.

We are looking for volunteers who can give an hour or so a week to take these children and help to build memories with them.

Full training will be given

Enhanced DBS will be carried out.

To apply or for further information ,please fill in the online Application form.

Arts & Craft Volunteer

🎨 We’re looking for a creative soul!

Love getting crafty? Want to share that joy with others in a relaxed, friendly space?

We’re on the lookout for someone who can help us run arts and crafts sessions for people who come to our day service. Whether you love painting, collage, knitting, card-making, seasonal crafts or just getting stuck into something creative – we’d love to hear from you!

👐 What you’ll be doing:

  • Helping plan and run chilled, creative sessions

  • Encouraging people to have a go – no experience needed!

  • Being a friendly face, supporting others to express themselves

  • Setting up and tidying away (we all know crafts can get a bit messy!)

  • Most importantly – creating a space where people feel welcome and valued

🧶 What we’re looking for:

  • Someone who enjoys being creative

  • A good listener who’s kind and patient

  • You don’t need to be a professional artist – just happy to share and connect

  • Willing to get involved and have a giggle along the way!

💛 What’s in it for you?

  • A chance to brighten someone’s day

  • Be part of a warm, welcoming team

  • Make new connections and maybe pick up some crafty skills too

  • That great feeling of doing something that really matters

  • Free Lunch & Travel Expenses

All our volunteer roles are about making people feel seen, supported and valued while they’re with us – your time, your creativity and your kindness really can make a difference 💫

Interested? Give us a shout – we’d love to have you on board!

 

 

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Guildford Borough Council - Community Wellbeing Team

Mission Statement

Do you love gardening? Do you like helping those in your community? Then we have the perfect project for you!

 

We are looking for volunteers to help those in their local community, who are not able to upkeep their gardens. We are aiming to start the project in Merrow during the Springtime. This is a pilot project and in the future, we would love for it to be rolled out across all the wards of Guildford.

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Guildford Cathedral

Mission Statement

Guildford Cathedral is the mother church of the Diocese of Guildford, covering 500 square miles of Surrey, North east Hampshire, the London Borough of Kingston and a part of West Sussex. With a seating capacity of 1000, the Cathedral provides both focus and resource for the whole community, a venue for concerts, art and education, a place of pilgrimage, as well as stillness, prayer and daily choral worship.

Volunteers support the work and mission of the cathedral in friendly and convivial surroundings with interesting and like minded colleagues. 

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Guildford Health Walks

Mission Statement

The goal of Guildford Health Walks is that everyone will have access to a short, free and friendly health walk within easy reach of where they live, to help them become and stay active; and we couldn't do this without all the amazing volunteers that make our health walks possible. 

From volunteer walk leaders and assistants, volunteers do a fantastic job in supporting and developing the national Walking for Health initiative. I'd love for you to be a part of that too!

Guildford Health Walks currently has five walk groups in Guildford. The groups are: Boxgrove Park, Merrow Down, Shalford, Shere, Spectrum leisure centre, Worplesdon and Whitmoor Common.

The walks are aimed at people recovering from illness, or people wanting to get a bit more active.

Leading walks is a fun way of giving something back to your local community. You will make new friends and discover lovely outdoor places. 

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Guildford Seed Bank

Saving and sharing seed in the local area

Who are we?

We are a group of a dozen residents in the Guildford area with a passion for growing food and gardening in a sustainable and self-renewing way. The seed bank was set up to involve more local people in seed-saving for using in the next growing season. Each autumn, after the growing season we will pool and share our seed to get more people growing.

Guildford Seed Bank was formed in 2021, and this winter, we announced our arrival with a fantastic community seed swap event, attended by over 150 people. 

 

We are hoping to bring together people of all ages who are interested in growing their own food (or flowers) and strengthening biodiversity. We also need people to help with social media, and also tending to the Seed Bank beds up at Rosamund Community Garden, where we are growing various crops for seed this year, and of course help with fundraising ideas.

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Hale Community Centre - Youth Centre

Following on from the huge success of our new youth group we are getting busier and are now looking for more volunteers to help us expand!

We are currently recruiting people from all backgrounds to join our vibrant youth team supporting our youth work in Sandy Hill, Upper Hale.

All we ask from you is a willingness to learn, commitment to one evening per week (term time), kindness and resilience.  We will provide training and support from the outset and you will be working alongside experienced Youth Workers. We are currently looking for people who are free on Wednesday evenings but other opportunities will be coming up in the next 3 months as we expand.

This is a great opportunity to give back, feel good about helping others and really make a difference to the lives of young people!

Volunteers will require an Enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

 

Mission Statement

Our Mission:

To offer inclusive activities which support the educational, training, employment, cultural and recreational needs of the local community.

Our values:

To offer inclusive activities which support the educational, training, employment, cultural and recreational needs of the local community.

 

Volunteer Roles

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Hale Community Centre (Sandy Hill Community Bungalow)

What Drives Us

Our Vision - to create lasting positive change with an ethos of working 'with', rather than 'for' and our Mission - to provide a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment where the whole community is encouraged and enabled to thrive.

We aim to do this through offering inclusive activities which support the education, training, employment, cultural and recreational needs and aspirations of our local community, holding to values which reflect:

  • Being community led
  • Respect for all
  • Inclusivity
  • Integrity – honesty, openness, transparency and fairness 
  • Excellence

 

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Halow project (Guildford)

Mission Statement

To make a difference

About us

The halow project is a growing community-based charity, situated in Guildford, Surrey. We support young people, aged 16+, with a learning disability on their journey into adult life.

The young people we work with want the opportunity to:

  • Build relationships
  • Become part of the community
  • Find meaningful employment
  • Have a home of their own

We believe that the young people we support have the right to be part of and respected in their communities and are entitled to a life they choose in ways which best suit them. halow is committed to developing creative opportunities and removing social barriers.

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Harry Edwards Foundation

Mission Statement

The Harry Edwards Foundation’s mission is to bring spiritual healing to all living things. As well as offering one-to-one healing – in person and over distance – the Harry Edwards Foundation delivers group spiritual healing experiences online through its LIVE Healing Minutes, Healing Circles, Healing for You sessions and group meditations.

Harry Edwards set the bar for Spiritual Healers globally. We continue his legacy and sustain his standards as a centre of excellence for Spiritual Healer Training.

We are proud to train healers to heal as Harry did through our 2-year Diploma.

General Interests

Remote Video Producer

Location: Remote (Work from Home)
Time Commitment: Flexible; events run at a variety of times including Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 10 AM and other monthly events (weekends/evenings).
Minimum Age: 18+

About Us:
The Harry Edwards Healing Sanctuary is a charitable organisation dedicated to holistic healing and well-being. We offer both in-person and online healing events, ensuring accessibility to all.

Role Overview:
We’re looking for tech-savvy volunteers to help run our live online healing events via Zoom and Facebook Live. You’ll ensure smooth streaming, support hosts, and troubleshoot technical issues. No prior experience in healing is needed—just a passion for helping and a knack for technology!

What You’ll Do:

  • Set up and manage Zoom meetings and Facebook Live sessions
  • Provide real-time technical support during live events
  • Monitor audio, video, and streaming quality
  • Save and organise event recordings for future use

Skills & Requirements:

  • Confidence using Zoom and Facebook Live (training provided)
  • Ability to problem-solve technical issues quickly
  • Clear communication skills to support event hosts
  • Reliability and attention to detail

What We Offer:

  • Full training and support from our friendly team
  • The chance to be part of a meaningful cause
  • Flexible volunteering you can do from home
  • A great way to develop tech and event production skills

Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! 

Join us in bringing healing to more people, wherever they are!

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Haslewey Community Centre (Haslemere)

Mission Statement

We are a non-government funded community centre with a wide range of daily activities to suit all needs. With a warm welcome and lots of fun activities, we strive to offer a place for people of all ages to come and enjoy.

The Haslewey is a completely independent organisation and a registered charity that runs as a business. To enable us to continue to benefit the local community, we are heavily dependent on income we generate from our services and events.

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Headway Surrey (Guildford)

Headway Surrey are looking to recruit a team of volunteers to assist staff at our new weekly sessions "Friday Friends".

If you enjoy activities such as board games, general discussions, art, cookery, playing cards or genuinely enjoy just chatting to people over a cup of tea, please do get in touch.

Our sessions run at Headway House, Guildford, 10.30-12.30pm every Friday.

Please contact by the email below or telephone: 

clairemoore@headwaysurrey.org       01483 454433

 

Mission Statement

Headway Surrey supports people with acquired brain injuries and their families and promotes understanding of the implications of acquired brain injury throughout Surrey.

 

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Healthwatch Surrey

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Healthwatch Surrey. We have a lot of different roles available, both public facing and desk based, and there really is something for everyone. 

Mission Statement

 

Healthwatch Surrey is an independent organisation that listens to what local people have to say about health and social care. The Healthwatch Surrey contract is delivered by Luminus Insight CIC, which holds a number of voice contracts in Surrey.

We listen to people’s views and concerns and share with decision makers, to influence and improve how local services are run.

We keep an eye on changes to services and make sure that local people are consulted in decision making and in the design of local health and social care services.

Come and volunteer with us!

Community Engagement Volunteer

What will I do?

· Our community engagement volunteers attend community events and fairs to talk to local people about the work of Healthwatch Surrey.

· They also meet local people through engagements arranged by Healthwatch Surrey. They listen to what local people have to say about health and care services, and accurately record their views, both good and bad. They signpost people to other organisations that can help them where necessary.

· Volunteers help us to identify local community groups such as carers groups, veterans’ groups and faith groups who are meeting in Surrey. They inform our Volunteer and Engagement Officer about these, who will contact the group and arrange a suitable time for us to attend and listen to people’s experiences.

How does this make a difference?

Healthwatch Surrey work closely with the Care Quality Commission, Surrey County Council, and those planning and delivering NHS services in Surrey to provide feedback from patients, escalate concerns and work to improve services based on the feedback our volunteers have listened to. We particularly want to hear from communities especially at risk of health inequalities to ensure everyone has a say in the care they receive.

This role will suit someone who:

· Is interested in health and social care

· Enjoys talking to people and is a good listener

· Has a caring attitude

· Enjoys working as part of a team

· Is organised and reliable

We would especially like to hear from you if you are already linked up with voluntary, community and/or faith groups in Surrey.

Where will I be volunteering?

Our volunteers go to a range of places throughout including hospitals, care homes, GP surgeries and other community settings in their local area to hear their views. You are able to stay local to your home, or if you don’t mind travelling then you can attend engagements in other areas of Surrey as well.

Will my expenses be paid?

We reimburse volunteers for travel expenses including petrol.

What time commitment will I be expected to make?

Volunteering with us is flexible and it is your choice how often you come out with us on engagement. Our volunteers typically give 2 to 3 mornings or afternoons a month, however you can give more or less of your time if you wish.

Some community groups may meet evenings and weekends and you can go to these if they fit in better with other commitments.

What training will I need?

Online training in safeguarding and GDPR will be provided for this role, which can be taken at a convenient time for you. You will also be supported by a member of our team at each engagement, as well as receiving ongoing support from our Volunteer and Engagement Officer.

Additional training and support may be offered depending on what type of engagement events you volunteer for.

 

 

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HHH Concerts

Mission Statement

Objects of HHH Concerts registered charity 103930

The objects of the Society shall be to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit including in particular through the presentation of public concerts and recitals.

 

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Hive Helpers

Mission Statement

                                       

 

Hive Helpers' Mission is to:

 

INSPIRE care for pollinators - through beekeeping and connecting with the local community

IMPACT positively on local habitats - through nature conservation and raising awareness

IMPROVE mental and physical wellbeing - through mindful and empowering outdoor activities

 

Volunteer Roles

Micro Volunteer roles

 

                                                                                 

Hive Helpers CIC and Farnham Community Farm are working in partnership to improve biodiversity for pollinators. Would you like to to be part of a friendly team helping out at Farnham Community Farm and can spare an hour or more a week? Gardening experience not necessary. Own transport needed.

We have a number of micro volunteering roles which are small roles that help play an important part in the bigger picture at Farnham Community Farm. Available micro roles are:

 

Raspberry Wrangler- weed, mulch, trim and harvest the plants.

Blackberry Botherer- weed, mulch, trim, harvest the plants and take cuttings.

Flower Fanatic- plants and maintain pretty/edible/wildlife friendly flower beds.

Pollinator Patch Protector- weed and plant our bed for pollinators.

Herb Handler- weed, trim, harvest the plants plus divide and take cuttings.

Master/Mistress of Margin Maintenance- go wild in the set aside margins supporting Hive Helpers to manage the areas for wildlife and harvesting wild foraged foods. 

 

Give as much or as little time as you can to help maintain the small patch you are responsible for throughout the year. Together, many hands make light work. 

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Home-Start Guildford

Mission Statement

"There for parents when they need us most, because childhood can't wait"

Parents Supporting Other Parents - a simple idea that really works!

Home-Start Guildford has been supporting local families across the Guildford Borough for over 25 years. 

We're a non-judgemental organisations that helps local parents who are struggling, for any reason. Some of those reasons may include; multiple births, mental health, an abusive partner, isolation, mental or physical handicap, or the pressure that loss of employment brings to a family.

 

What we do

Our charity provides a preventative service that aims to support families who are struggling by offering regular volunteer support to parents with at least one child under the age of 5, usually referred to us by Health Visitors.

We provide one-to-one support for parents:
Our volunteers visit the family’s home for a couple of hours every week.  They tailor-make their support to the needs of the parents and children. Volunteers are very committed and will keep visiting until the youngest child turns five or starts school, or until the parents feel they can stand on their own two feet.  Parents and volunteers often develop a deeply trusting relationship which can lead to powerful change within the family.

We also run two family groups for referred families, one in the Pirbright Community Centre and the other in the Guildford Family Group, Hazel Avenue.

 

Our values

  • We offer families choice
  • We work in partnership - with each other, with families and with other agencies
  • We work in a spirit of openness, encouragement and enjoyment
  • We are flexible and responsive to the needs of families

 

Volunteering Opportunities 

There are several ways that you can help in a voluntary capacity:

  • by supporting a family as a Home-Visiting Volunteer
  • by helping at one of our Family Groups
  • by joining the Trustee Board
  • by becoming a Friend of Home-Start Guildford
  • by supporting us as a Digital / Office Volunteer

Please see the volunteer roles listed for more detail.

 

General Interests

Could you be a Home-Visiting Volunteer?

Home-visiting volunteers come from many different backgrounds and vary in age but all are either parents themselves or have parenting experience and are carefully selected for their friendliness and understanding. They provide informal, friendly emotional support and practical help to families. 

All our home visiting volunteers attend a preparation course, undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references before being matched with a family who they will visit once a week, for approximately 2-3 hours.

Volunteers take their own individual skills and experience to the families they visit. Talking and listening can empower families to overcome their difficult situations. Visits might include holding the baby while mum has a shower, playing with twin toddlers while mum has a sleep, taking parents shopping and showing them how to budget, being a listening ear to relieve isolation, modelling positive parenting and play.

Volunteers are offered on-going training and support activities including specialist speakers, as well as informal social gatherings.

What we offer you:

  • An ongoing commitment to help volunteers fulfil their roles to the best of their ability
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date information about Home-Start
  • Individual interview with one of our co-ordinators before commencing training
  • Free initial training before you commence as a home-visiting volunteer
  • Opportunities for regular ongoing training
  • Appropriate support and supervision, both individually and at volunteer support group meetings
  • A thorough matching service when matching volunteers to new families 
  • Re-imbursement of travel expenses
  • Annual volunteer social events 

 

What we ask from you:

  • To be familiar and committed to the Home-Start ethos
  • To attend the preparation course, ongoing training and individual / group support meetings
  • To reliably visit and support at least one family on a regular basis (minimum 2-3 hours per week), for a period of at least one year
  • To keep and return Home-Start records promptly 
  • To abide by Home-Start guidelines on confidentially
  • To complete annual safeguarding training and to annually sign the Code of Conduct
  • To be aware of and work within Home-Start's guidelines on Child Protection
  • To understand and implement Home-Start's polices on Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety
  • To ensure your car is adequately insured, if transporting families

 

If you would like to find out more, to make an enquiry, please fill in an application and someone will be in touch with you. 

 

Volunteer for the Friends of HSG Group

 
We’re excited to be launching the 'Friends of Home-Start Guildford Group' and are looking for volunteers.
Initially the aim of the group will be:
  • Research opportunities and appropriate events where HSG can promote their services / recruit volunteers
  • Organise a HSG stall and the volunteers to support this
  • Plan, organise and run fundraising events eg coffee mornings, craft events
  • Support others who are fundraising for us
  • Build networks with local businesses to raise our profile and encourage them to support our work
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who would like to support Home-Start Guildford but doesn’t feel that the home visiting role is right for them.
 
What we can offer you:
  • A chance to learn new skills
  • A chance to gain experience in event management
  • The opportunity to make new friends and build social networks
  • The opportunity to contribute to vital work supporting families with young children
Next Steps:
We will be shortly planning an initial meeting to get the group up and running, and if you register your interest, we will be in touch soon to confirm next steps.
 
If you would like to find out more, to make an enquiry, please fill in an application and someone will be in touch with you. 
 

Home-Start Guildford need Family Support volunteers in Ash and Ash Vale

Family Support Volunteers for Ash and Ash Vale with Home-Start Guildford

Being a parent is hard for everyone and for some it can be overwhelming.  With your knowledge and experience as a parent, you could be the vital support a family needs in their child’s early years and make a big difference to their lives.

Can you spare 3 - 4 hours per week to help a family with young children?

Our friendly FREE Preparation Course will give you the skills to use your knowledge and experience to go into a family home once a week to give a family the additional support they need to thrive and enjoy family life.

Our 6 session Autumn Prep Course starts on: Wednesday 16th October in Guildford.

For more information, visit our website www.hsguildford.org.uk or fill in the application form and a member of staff will contact you.

Digital / Office Volunteer

Home-Start Guildford is looking for a Digital / Office Volunteer. If your interests and skills lie in social media or are office based, we are always happy to welcome anyone who has regular availability to volunteer, or who can offer ad hoc one off sessions.

 

As a digital / office volunteer you will have the opportunity to: 

  • A chance to learn new skills
  • Skills and experience to add to your CV
  • Share and develop your knowledge, skills and networks 
  • Be part of the wider Home-Start movement in Surrey 

 

Training and Support:

Volunteers are the heart of Home-Start Guildford. In joining our dedicated and friendly team, you will:

  • receive a full induction
  • meet other like-minded people
  • meet regularly with, and be supported by, one of our members of staff
  • have access to training activities including specialist speakers
  • be invited to volunteer social events (including a free Christmas Lunch event)
  • receive regular updates and newsletters
  • be able to claim travel expenses when visiting a family

All our volunteers are required to sign the Safeguarding and Protecting Children Code of Conduct, which is introduced to volunteers as part of their induction and indicates that they fully understand and are committed to Home-Start’s Policy and procedures for Safeguarding and Protecting Children.

All volunteers are also required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring check, at a level relevant to the position.

 

What does the time commitment look like?

We are grateful for any time you can spare, whether this is a few hours on a regular basis, one day a week or just an agreed amount of time for a set project. Our offices are open 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, however as our staff follow a hybrid working pattern, there are occasions when the office is unmanned.

Depending on the type of role you do, once you have completed your induction, you may be able to do some of your volunteering working from home.

Visit our website for more information: www.hsguildford.org.uk

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Home-Start in Waverley

Mission Statement

What we do

Home-Start helps families with young children deal with whatever life throws at them. We support parents as they learn to cope, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children. The benefits of our support include improved health and well being and better family relationships.

We provide one-to-one support for parents
Our volunteers visit the family’s home for a couple of hours every week.  They tailor-make their support to the needs of the parents and children. Volunteers are very committed and will keep visiting until the youngest child turns five or starts school, or until the parents feel they can stand on their own two feet.  Parents and volunteers often develop a deeply trusting relationship which can lead to powerful change within the family.

We also run social events for families.

Our values

- We offer families choice
- We work in partnership - with each other, with families and with other agencies,
- We work in a spirit of openness, encouragement and enjoyment
- We are flexible and responsive to the needs of families.

Why it matters

The five years between birth and school are vital for a child’s development. What goes on inside a family during these years strongly determines the opportunities and life chances children have. Children who are raised in a stable, loving, family environment are more likely to have a positive and healthy future. But being a parent isn’t easy and sometimes life can get in the way. Circumstances throw you off course and everything else can take a back seat. A young child caught up in this can miss out on the love, routine and stimulation that are so vital for their future.  Home-Start works because our volunteers are parents. They understand how hard it can be.  They work alongside parents, in their own homes, to help them cope with the stresses and strains of life and make sure they have the skills, time and strength they need to nurture their children.

Our vision

Home-Start wants to see a society in which every parent has the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life.

Home-Start in Waverley  is a voluntary organisation that helps families with at least one child under 5 years who are finding life difficult.  We believe that a little help early on, is more valuable than a lot of help later, when things are going seriously wrong.

By helping early on with a word of advice or help to find independence, young children will have a better start in life, and have a better chance to turn out as productive and responsible citizens. We know that parenting is not easy.

Home-Start is a non-judgemental organisation, and helps any parent who is struggling, for any reason. Some of those reasons may include; multiple births, an abusive partner, isolation, mental or physical handicap, or the pressure that loss of employment brings to a family.

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Human Appeal

Mission Statement

We are an international relief and development agency that asks the question, what makes us human? We think the answer is caring for others and changing their lives for the better. That’s what we’ve been doing for over 25 years.

We started in a small flat in Manchester, UK, and this year we have worked in 24 countries, providing humanitarian aid that saves and transforms lives. That’s what makes us Human Appeal.

Our generous donors, supporters and partners have helped us work towards our mission for the past 25+ years. They give us Human Appeal.

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Jacobs Well Afternoon Tea

Jacobs Well Afternoon Tea Mission Statement

The Jacobs Well Afternoon Tea is a not-for-profit organisation which is now in its 14th year. We provide a comfortable venue with the serving of sandwich's and cakes. The objective is to provide somewhere where local people can meet and chat.

The Tea is held once a month on a Monday.

Excess funds are donated to charity  

Volunteer Roles

Afternoon Tea Helper

We hold afternoon teas on the 2nd Monday of each month at Jacobs Well Village Hall for local people to come together and socialise. Profits are donated to charity.

We need people to help serve afternoon tea to our customers from 2pm - 6pm or bake cakes, prepare sandwiches. If you are only able to do an hour we would still welcome your help.

Reasonable expenses (e.g. for ingredients) will be paid.

If you are interested, then please press the 'SIGN UP' button.

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LinkAble (Woking)

Mission Statement


 

We support people with a learning disability and autistic people to create the life they want to live by providing opportunities that develop skills, confidence and lasting friendships.

Volunteer for LinkAble

LinkAble Services Volunteer

LinkAble Staff Member with a Person We Support

Children and Young People’s Activity Sessions Volunteer Role Profile 

The Organisation

LinkAble is a Woking based charity that has been supporting children, teens and adults with learning disabilities for over 30 years. We are passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live joyful and purpose-driven lives. The LinkAble community enjoys activities every day of the week and during school holidays in our fully accessible and inclusive centre in Woking. 

Aims of the Role

To support the running of our busy play and activity sessions for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. Sessions run during the day, in the evenings, at weekends and in school holidays.  We are seeking a team of volunteers with availability at different times.

 

Key Tasks

  • Take part in session briefings so you know what is expected and know how best to get involved.
  • Help set up sessions, ensuring the environment is safe and clean, setting up toys and equipment.
  • Welcome children, young people and adults to the session and ensure they feel welcome.
  • Interact with children, young people and adults as directed by the Group Leaders and sessional staff to enhance their experience.
  • Support with getting drinks and snacks ready for children and young people’s breaks.
  • Support groups who are going out to community activities or day trips.
  • Clearing away toys and equipment and ensuring the environment is safe.
  • Driving one of our charity vehicles if you’re happy to do so and meet our insurance requirements.

Required Skills

  • Committed to empowering children, young people and adults who have learning disabilities to enjoy play, activity or social sessions.
  • Keen to learn about communication, sensory or calming strategies that support people we support to get the most out of sessions.
  • Committed to safeguarding principles and reporting and to following the Safeguarding Policy.
  • Commitment to equality and diversity and following policies and procedures

Benefits to you

  • Work as part of a friendly and welcoming team
  • Gain skills in supporting children, young people and adults with learning disabilities.
  • Reference provided for all volunteers who have been in post for 6 months.
  • Satisfaction from supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling lives.
  • Paid DBS check, induction and training.
  • Expenses paid according to our volunteer policy.

Next Steps

  • Send us your CV or email us detailing your skills and experience.
  • We’ll conduct an informal interview to find out about your skills and reasons for volunteering.
  • We’ll ask you to come along to one of our sessions and meet the people we support.
  • We’ll support you to apply for a DBS which is required for this role.

Location

A group of people with their arms outstretchedDescription automatically generated2 Board School Road, Woking GU21 5HE. A short walk from the town centre.  Limited parking available. Please note that our offices do have some stairs.

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Mane Chance Sanctuary (Compton)

Mission Statement

The Mane Chance mission is to rescue and rehabilitate old, abused and abandoned horses. Our aim is to integrate them with the local community, welcoming sick, special needs and underprivileged youngsters to our Sanctuary and bringing our equine residents to those who are not able to travel.

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Mary's Meals

Mission Statement

Our vision is that every child receives one daily meal in their place of education and that all those who have more than they need, share with those who lack even the most basic things. Working together with those who share our vision, we believe there is no good reason why this cannot be realised.

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from many walks of life and different backgrounds. Our mission is to enable people to offer their money, goods, skills, time, or prayer, and through this involvement, provide the most effective help to those suffering the effects of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest communities.

Volunteer Roles

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Milford and Witley Village Care

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Models for Heroes

Mission Statement

To provide model making hobbies to Former and Current Armed Forces and emergency Service personnel as a meaningful activity. And to promote the model making hobbies

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Momentum Children's Charity

Mission Statement

Helping families of seriously ill children to keep moving forward

From hospital to home and beyond, we’ll be with you and your family every step of the way.

Volunteer Roles

Event Volunteer

Role Purpose

Our Event Volunteer role is vital in ensuring that we can help families of seriously ill children keep moving forward. From Cheer Squads - providing encouragement at cheer points for those participating in challenge events; running stalls at markets and events; helping with bucket collections; attending local events to raise our profile to getting into character as ‘Mo’ our owl mascot. The gift of your time is invaluable to our charity.

 

What we are looking for in our volunteers

We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly, trustworthy people who enjoy being in a group with other volunteers. Depending on the event, you will need to be able to withstand all weather conditions and be happy to be on your feet… or not! Flexibility, self-motivation and the willingness to motivate others are all great traits for Event Volunteers.   

 

What’s in it for you?

You will be part of the Momentum team of volunteers and will meet plenty of other like-minded, friendly people at whatever event you choose to get involved in. You will gain satisfaction knowing that you have made a difference to the participants and raised the profile of Momentum at the event.

 

Hours required

Hours will vary, but it could be anything from 2-6 hours per event. This is an ad-hoc role and we will keep you informed of dates/times that we are looking for volunteer support. We will contact you when we need you and you are under no obligation to accept if you are otherwise busy.

 

Location

The locations will vary but much of our work and events are based in Surrey, Sussex and South West London.

 

How we’ll support you

There will be a key point of contact for you from the Momentum office and we’ll give you all the information you need prior to the event, such as meeting points, required resources and points of contact.

Pebble Painter

All our supported children are given a pebble painted with a character/design of their choice. 

We are always looking for people to paint these pebbles for us.

This is super flexible and can be done at home in your own time!

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MS Society Surrey Group

Mission Statement

Our vision
A world free from the effects of MS.
Our mission
To enable everyone affected by MS to
live life to their full potential and secure the
care and support they need, until we
ultimately find a cure.

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Muscular Dystrophy UK

Mission Statement

Our Vision

Our vision is a world with effective treatments and cures for all muscle-wasting conditions, and no limits in life for individuals and families affected.

Our Mission

We are the UK charity for individuals and families living with muscle-wasting conditions.

  • We support research to drive the development of effective treatments and cures.
  • We ensure access to specialist NHS care and support.
  • We provide services and promote opportunities to enable individuals and their families to live as independently as possible.
  • We know we can beat muscle-wasting conditions more quickly if we work together. We are uniting skills, knowledge and resources in the UK and working with others around the world so we can improve the quality of life for the people affected, and to bring cures closer to reality.
Our Values
  • We care: we care about everyone affected by muscle-wasting conditions.
  • We are inclusive: we are working to ensure there is support and treatment for everyone living with muscle-wasting conditions in the UK.
  • We are collaborative: we work in partnership across the UK and internationally to maximise our impact.
  • We are focused on results: everything we do is designed to improve the quality of life for individuals and families; we won’t stop until effective treatments and cures are found for all muscle-wasting conditions.
  • We are determined: we have been leading the fight against muscle-wasting conditions for over 50 years and are unwavering in our commitment to unite resources and achieve our vision.

Help us achieve our vision on behalf of everyone in the UK living with muscle-wasting conditions.

Volunteering Roles Offered by MDUK

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Museum of Farnham

Mission Statement

The Museum of Farnham is housed in Willmer House, a Grade I listed building with many original features and a delightful walled garden.

Here you can discover the tales of William Cobbett and George Sturt whilst marveling at the inventions of John Henry Knight. Over the years Farnham has been home to many artists and craftsmen and the Museum has a fine collection by local artists including Stephen Elmer, WH Allen, Harold Falkner and Sir John Verney, as well as Farnham Greenware.

Our local studies library is a treasure trove of information on Farnham which cannot be found anywhere else. We have maps, census data, parish records, electoral rolls, street directories, newspapers, a photographic archive and more.

The walled garden is a hidden treasure of Farnham, with a tranquil and serene feel year round. Our Garden Gallery is a popular venue and available for hire for parties, exhibitions, talks and much more.

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National Trust - Polesden Lacey (Great Bookham, Near Dorking)

The National Trust at Polesden Lacey are keen to recruit more volunteers for various teams at the property, the House, Coast & Countryside and Facilities teams. 

 

 

 

Mission Statement

The National Trust - Our values and behaviours.

Our purpose is to look after special places, for ever, for everyone. Growing the nation's love of special places is how we do that, putting the relationship between people and places at the heart of what we do.

Our core purpose remains the same as it has been for 125 years, to bring nature, beauty and history into the lives of as many people as possible.

Our values tell us how to do this, as they guide us in our choices and influence our behaviour. 

Love people and places 

Welcome everyone

Think now and forever

Make it happen!

 

 

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Oxfam Books - Cranleigh

Mission Statement

For life without poverty, for everyone, for good. 

Oxfam saves lives in disasters. We get clean water running, help people earn a living, grow food and send children to school. We stand up for the rights of women everywhere. And we speak out against injustices that keep people poor. With your help we fight poverty now - and beat it for good. 

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Oxfam Godalming

Mission Statement

Oxfam is a global movement of people working towards a world without poverty. And we won't rest until we get the job done.

We respond fast in emergencies, and stay to help people rebuild their lives. We work on long-term projects with communities determined to shape a better future for themselves. And we campaign for genuine, lasting change.

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Oxfam Guildford High Street

Mission Statement

Oxfam is an international non-governmental organisation working with others to challenge inequality, overcome poverty and work with people to thrive, not just survive.

We share knowledge, evidence, and ideas from our experience and from our work in partnership. Practitioners, policy-makers, researchers, donors and academics are the key audiences for Policy & Practice.

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Parkinson's UK, Guildford

Mission Statement

Our core values show the way we all work together to bring forward the day when no one fears Parkinson's.

  • People-first

We're a strong movement for change, informed, shaped and powered by people affected by Parkinson's. We value and support each other. 

  • Uniting

We're people with Parkinson's, scientists and supporters, fundraisers and families, carers and clinicians. We're working, side by side, to improve the lives of everyone affected by Parkinson's.

  • Pioneering

We innovate across everything we do. Creative, courageous and with pioneering spirit, we strive to continually improve. 

  • Driven

We live and breathe our purpose. We set clear goals and strive to deliver the greatest impact for everyone affected by Parkinson's.

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Pathways Community Support

Mission Statement

Haslemere-based Pathways Community Support project exists to coordinate and host services to assist those hardest hit by the coronavirus crisis to get back on their feet. To that end we aim to offer a broad range of support including pathways back into work or training, benefits advice, mental health and well-being opportunities, for all ages.  This means that people in the local area can have the opportunity to be seen in their home town, reducing the need to travel to Guildford Job Centre etc, the costs, potential added health risk, and the carbon footprint that involves. The Job Centre also offers job and training schemes to suit all stages of life and career, including young people, and can also signpost to domestic abuse and mental health services. For more information email claire.matthes@haslemeretc.org

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Pewley Down Volunteers

Mission Statement

Pewley Down is a Local Nature Reserve, owned and managed by Guildford Borough Council. Pewley Down is chalk grassland, renowned for its unusual flowers, and the butterflies which depend on these. Pewley Down Volunteers have been conserving the Down for wildlife for over twenty years.

Volunteers work under the guidance of Pewley Down Volunteers Group Leaders.

We meet on the first Saturday of every month throughout the year, at 10am by the Pewley Hill entrance to the Down. Work parties go on until 2pm. Drinks & biscuits are provided. Volunteers should wear strong boots as the ground is uneven, with lots of rabbit holes. Participation by Duke of Edinburgh Award Candidates is encouraged. The main work is to keep the scrub under control, using saws, rakes and loppers. We also monitor plants and insects on site.

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Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care

Mission Statement

Mission, goals and values

 

Mission statement

We will care compassionately for adults approaching the end of life, and their families and carers, and we will empower our local community, building skills in caring for people at the end of their lives.

Strapline

... because every day is precious

Goals

Patient care: To offer a choice and range of specialist services in the Hospice, in the home and in the community

Financial security: To secure sustainable income to allow us to continue to provide and develop our services to patients free at the point of delivery

Staff and volunteer experience: To ensure we are a skilled and motivated team of staff and volunteers who take pride in working for the Hospice

Centre of excellence: To deliver best practice care, specialist training to healthcare professionals and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Environment: To provide a place that is welcoming, safe, secure and well-maintained

Independence: To maintain our status as a self-governing and independent charity whilst working in partnership with others

Values

We care compassionately about the way we behave and treat each other: our team and the people and communities we care for.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do.  They are who we are, the essence of our culture and inspiration for our behaviour.

Compassionate: We are caring and supportive, treating everyone with kindness, dignity and respect.

Inclusive: We welcome everyone's individuality, and work ethically, through collaborative partnerships with others.

Dynamic: We are bold, brave and courageous, embracing challenge and focusing on what matters to the people we are for.

Accountable: We use our resources and time wisely and stive for excellence in all we do.

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Police Care UK

Mission Statement

Police Care UK is a charity for serving and veteran police officers and staff, volunteers, and their families who have suffered any physical or psychological harm as a result of policing.

We are independent of the police service, and are funded entirely by donations and fundraising – we receive no money from government or forces for our work.

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Puttenham Barn

Mission Statement

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Puttenham Barn is run by a small environmental charity called Project Oasis North Downs (POND).

Its mission is to provide simple inexpensive overnight accommodation in a 250 year old barn, in an environmentally responsible way.

It is aimed at walkers, cyclists & people enjoying the surrounding beautiful countryside.

The Barn has many environmental features including solar panels (on its bike shed!), rainwater harvesting & local varieties of apple trees in the garden.

We aim to open at weekends, during school holidays and on as many other nights as we can between Easter & October.

 

Volunteering Opportunities

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Queen Elizabeth's Foundation for Disabled People

Mission Statement

Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF) is a disability charity based in Surrey, with national reach. With more than 85 years’ experience of developing innovative services which support almost 10,000 disabled people a year to achieve their potential and increase their independence.

QEF works with children and adults with physical and learning disabilities or acquired brain injuries. They offer a wide range of expert services, whether it’s providing expert neuro rehabilitation to rebuild a life affected by brain injury, providing assistive equipment and specialist advice to increase independent mobility, or acquiring the skills to drive a specially adapted car.

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Quick Response Memorial Woodland (Woking)

Mission Statement

 We are a registered charity created by a dedicated team of volunteers whose main purpose is to support and raise funds to assist ex-service personnel immediately when they find themselves in times of difficulty.  This is done by holding various events and the generous donations and goodwill of supporters. We run a memorial woodland which is lovingly tended to by our Founder and Chair, Paul ‘The Hat’ Cooling, and a team of volunteers. It is used by ex-soldiers, sailors and airmen and their families as a place of reflection and by local community groups and organisations like the cubs, scouts and schoolchildren to get closer to nature.

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Rainbow Trust Children's Charity

Mission Statement

 

Rainbow Trust provides emotional and practical support for families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness.

 This support comes from Family Support Workers who perform a role most people couldn’t imagine.  They maintain a sense of normality for the family by helping with hospital trips, performing household duties, taking the siblings to school and in many cases providing care during the final stages of a child’s life, helping with funeral arrangements and bereavement support.

Rainbow Trust has nine care teams across England in Surrey, North East London and Essex, Central London, West London, County Durham, Cumbria, Manchester, Swindon and Southampton. Last year they supported 1,361 families.

Rainbow Trust's vision is that one day all terminally ill children and their families will have access to a Rainbow Trust Carer.

 

Volunteer Roles

Events Team Volunteer- London Marathon and other Sporting Events

Do you want to have fun, meet new people and help a local charity?

We are recruiting for volunteers to join our Events Team, helping Rainbow Trust by representing us at a wide range of fundraising and awareness events, such as the London Marathon and Royal Parks Run. 

Every day as an Events Volunteer is different - you get to pick and choose what events you would like to attend. 

We simply could not run the huge range of events we do without the support, energy and enthusiasm of our loyal volunteers, so why not join our team? This is a great opportunity for people who work or students who are not able to make a regular commitment.

We are particularly looking for volunteers to support our runners at the London Marathon on 21st April, cheering runners, welcoming, stewarding for example. We welcome volunteers from 18+.

 

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Read Easy West Surrey and North East Hampshire

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Repair Cafe Guildford

Throw it away? NO WAY! Let's fix it before we ditch it 🔧🔨💚🌍

Guildford Repair Cafè runs every third Saturday of the month at The Hive Community Centre in Guildford from 10am to 12 noon. A friendly group of volunteers run the café and help repair small household items, from clothing to electricals and toys to gardening tools. The Repair Café is supported by Guildford Borough Council and the ‘Rotary Club of Guildford Wey’

Over the years our skilled repairers have helped save thousands of products from landfill and have given a new lease of life to some much-loved items, as well as more practical objects. Recently we were able to repair a small wooden stool that its owner had bought on honeymoon many years before, and countless lamps are now shining brightly again, thanks to our electrical specialists.

So don’t be shy, pop in for a free cuppa, and see what its all about, or message us if you have an item for repair. It’s always worth checking before the next session to make sure that we have the right repairer available on the day. Even more importantly, we’d love to hear from you if you have repairing skills that you’d like to share

Volunteer for Guildford Repair Cafe!

Repairer

Repairing household items that are brought in by visitors to our monthly Repair Café. These could be all manner of things, but the main types of repair are electrical, e.g. lamps and other small household items; sewing (with or without a sewing machine); mechanical, bicycles, garden tools and toys.

So, if you have any of these skills, we'd love to hear from you. The time commitment would be just one morning a month at The Hive Community Centre in Guildford. There is plenty of free parking, and we will provide free drinks and biscuits.

Admin assistant

Helping with administration behind the scenes, checking emails, communicating with other members of the team and liaising with the core team to ensure that things are kept on top of between the sessions. This role can be done remotely, with just a visit to the Repair Café session once per month to see everyone and make sure we are all kept informed. The role would be for around one day per week, but can be broken up to suit you.

Front desk volunteer

Welcoming visitors during monthly sessions, giving them a repair monitor form and explaining how the cafe works and how their repair will be carried out. Liaising with repairers so they know who is waiting and with what type of repair and moving people through as repairers become free. Keeping a tidy front desk and putting all the paperwork away at the end of the session. Taking cash and card donations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cafe volunteer

Serving hot and cold drinks during our monthly Repair Cafe sessions and chatting to visitors. Taking donations for the drinks if people would like to contribute. Responsible for setting up and packing away in the cafe and maintaining a clean and tidy environment during the session. Washing up! Also working with the rest of the cafe team to keep a schedule of bringing snacks and baked goodies (paid for by the Repair Cafe).

 

 

Social Media Coordinator

To look after our Facebook and Instagram pages, ensuring they are up to date with atractive and relevant images, and that enquiries are responded to promptly. You will also need to keep in touch with the rest of the team to find out stories and get images for your posts.

The role can be done mainly from home and would take maybe a couple of hours per week, plus attendance at the monthly Repair Café sessions, to see what goes on and to find out the latest stories. We are a friendly team and really need your expertise.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities UK

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Rosamund Guildford Community Garden

Mission Statement

Receive a warm welcome at Rosamund Guildford Community Garden, where a vibrant community of volunteers comes together. Our mission is to create a nurturing natural space, inviting both novice and passionate gardeners to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and wildlife.

We grow produce in tune with nature, using no-dig methods, slow natural enrichment and non-mechanisation. The Garden has many environmental features including a Roundhouse crafted through traditional methods, a pond fed by rainwater, two polytunnels, beds for growing, wildlife havens and a diverse orchard with a variety of trees. 

We run regular sessions at the garden on Tuesday and Sunday afternoons between 2.30 and 4.30pm. We also have monthly Big Job Sundays for large projects or tasks that require a big group. If you’d like to come and join in one of our sessions, just drop us an email to check it’s going ahead. To become a member of the garden we ask for a nominal sign-up fee of £20 for the year, and you will be added to our garden chat and google group, as well as having free access to the garden outside of the group sessions. It’s best to try out a couple of taster days before committing to becoming a member, to make sure it’s right for you.

We look forward to hearing from you and meeting you at the garden.

 

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Royal Surrey Charity (Guildford)

Our mission

We are working to deliver exceptional care in a welcoming and safe environment for patients at Royal Surrey Hospital.

From providing state of the art equipment and redeveloping wards, to investing in staff development and funding innovative research, our patients are at the heart of everything we do.

Working collaboratively with medical and support staff, we fund projects that make the biggest impact on the 260,000 people we treat each year – from babies, to children and young adults, to older people.

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RSPCA Guildford and Epsom Branch

Volunteering is fun, rewarding and plays a critical role in our work to improve animal welfare. Take a look at our latest opportunities on offer.

In particular we are keen to hear from potential fosterers. Fostering is a really rewarding way to help. For many animals being in a foster home is an essential step on their road to a forever home.

 

Mission Statement

The charitable objectives of the RSPCA are to promote kindness and prevent or suppress cruelty to animals by all lawful means.

 

The branch promotes animal welfare in the local area primarily through veterinary assistance, neutering and re-homing. We run a voucher scheme which assists local people with veterinary bills for treatment and neutering. It also helps to control dog and cat populations, thereby promoting responsible pet ownership.

 

The branch assists the RSPCA animal centres, mainly Millbrook and South Godstone, with re-homing unwanted and abused animals by home-visiting.  We also pay for veterinary treatment of stray animals and wildlife attended to by the Inspectorate in our branch area.

 

The RSPCA provides advice for owners on animal care. It also helps animals brought to us for rehoming because their owners are unable or unwilling to keep them. Ill treated or injured animals are cared for by the Society. The public benefits from knowing that we can intervene to assist animals in need.

 

We have a website to raise awareness of the activities of the branch and to help members get more involved. We provide volunteering opportunities for those who wish to support our work, including trusteeship, fundraising and home visiting. This benefits local people and companies by providing the possibility of doing work which is compassionate and rewarding.

 

We also have to fundraise to enable us to continue with our charitable work. The RSPCA receives no government or lottery funding.

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Sayers Croft Trust (Ewhurst)

Mission Statement

To provide an outdoor learning centre for use by schools and other groups at which an individuals' awareness of, and concern for, the natural environment is increased.

We aim to provide a safe and secure residential facility,offering quality first hand outdoor experiences through promoting;

Environmental appreciation and understanding

Social cohesion through shared experience

Individual self confidence and self awareness

Sustainability of the environments

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Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey

Mission Statement

Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey is an inclusive organisation dedicated to enabling and empowering people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted and deafblind. We champion independence, where people thrive in their communities and achieve their aspirations.

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Sime gallery CIO

Mission Statement

Sidney Herbert Sime (1865-1941), Sime Gallery at Worplesdon Memorial Hall GU3 3RF.

A talented illustrator, oil painter, landscapes and caricatures of the late 1800s and early 1900s, the Sime Gallery is a unique collection of 800 pieces of his work. He lived from 1904-1941 in Worplesdon and after his widow Mary's death in 1949 his works were bequeathed to the trustees of Worplesdon Memorial Hall. Today, the collection is known as Sime Gallery, a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). The objective is to preserve the collection and make it available for the public to view.

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Skillway

Mission Statement

Skillway trains young people in manual craft skills to give them a better future with ongoing employment opportunities. 

INSPIRE -  CREATE -   FULFIL  - SUCCEED

Skillway is based in the Old Chapels in Deanery Road, Godalming.  The young people are usually aged 14 to 16 or 17.  They come for one day per week, on recommendation of their school.

We have an excellent employed Workshop Manager and two employed tutors, but most skills are taught by volunteers who have specific craft skills, aided by other volunteers who can give skilled and/or pastoral support.

The main skills offered are Woodworking,   Metalwork & basic engineering,   Practical motor mechanics,  stone carving,   creative arts including jewellery making and working with glass.

 

 

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Sport Godalming

Mission Statement

Sport Godalming is dedicated to developing and encouraging participation in sport by promoting events and the provision of first class facilities in the area, to raise awareness of local sports issues and opinions and to support local sports organisations and individuals.

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SSAFA The Armed Forces Charity

Mission Statement

SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in a time of need. We provide practical, emotional, and financial support to those who are serving or have ever served in the Royal Navy, the British Army and the Royal Air Force, and their families.  

We're ready to help you and your family, whenever and wherever you need us.

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St Peter's Shared Church

Mission Statement

The purpose of the charity is to advance the Christian faith in the area of benefit in accordance with the principles and practices of the participating Churches. In achieving its purpose, the charity will engage in a range of activities, either on its own or with others, including (but not restricted to): A) The celebration of public worship; B) The teaching of the Christian faith; C) Mission and evangelism; D) Pastoral work, including visiting the sick and the bereaved; E) The provision of facilities with a Christian ethos for the local community, including (but not restricted to) the elderly, the young and other groups with special needs; and F) The support of other charities in the UK and overseas. 

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Surrey Care Trust - Swingbridge Community Project (Guildford)

Mission Statement

Tackle disadvantage, social exclusion and hardship in local communities and to help people improve their life chances. We will reach out to people to equip them with the skills to improve their economic situation, to reduce their social isolation and to convince them that they have a valuable contribution to make to society.

 

Amongst the ways this is achieved are:

 

Helping people to help themselves for the longer term by providing life-changing opportunities through education and training.

  • Running innovative programmes designed to keep disaffected and vulnerable young people in education, either at mainstream school or at one of our own learning centres, so that they achieve the skills and self-confidence they need for a successful and fulfilling life.
  • Offering second chance learning and training to people of all ages whose lack of skills limits their opportunities and leaves them economically vulnerable.
  • Making training and education programmes available to offenders and ex-offenders, both to improve their own life chances and to create safer communities by helping to reduce re-offending.


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Surrey Coalition of Disabled People

Come and join us!  We are a user-led organisation based out of a small office in Burpham and we cover the whole of Surrey and North East Hampshire.  The aim of the Surrey Coalition is to campaign for, and promote the rights of, disabled people to have equality of opportunity and to live independently.  We have volunteering opportunities based in our office, from your home or out and about in the community.  There is something for everyone and we would love to talk to you about how we could use your skills. 

Mission Statement

The Coalition is run and managed by Disabled people for Disabled people. 

We enable and empower Disabled people and those living with a long-term health condition to be an active and central part of the community.  

We proactively work with health, social care and community partners to co-produce services, strategies and policy.  

We campaign for choice and control to achieve our legal rights and entitlements.  We identify and respond to gaps in support to meet the needs of Disabled people.  We spotlight, celebrate and champion equity, diversity and inclusion.

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Active Buddy Volunteer with Surrey Coalition

Volunteers Needed !!

Could you spare a couple of hours a week to support others to Get More Active?

If so, become an Active Buddy Volunteer.

Active Buddies is a project to support people with disabilities and long term health conditions to take part in activities within the community.

The role of an Active Buddy involves being a companion at activities. Helping your buddy get to and from the activity, whilst encouraging and supporting them.

To find out more about Active Buddies please fill in the Application form.

 

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Surrey Hills Society

Mission Statement

Surrey Hills Society - Discover and help conserve our National landscape The Surrey Hills Society is an independent charity formed 15 years ago.  It promotes the positive enjoyment and care of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is in the course of being rebranded as one of the UK’s National Landscapes. We encourage those who live, work in, or visit the area to explore and learn about the special qualities and distinctiveness of the area.  The Society also uses its extensive network to actively promote the conservation and enjoyment of the Surrey Hills.

In June 2019 the Society was presented with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service which is the highest award for volunteer groups to recognise outstanding work done in their communities and is the equivalent of an MBE for voluntary organisations.

Our mission is summarised by four words: Conserve, Inspire, Educate and Enjoy.

For further information visit our website.

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Surrey Libraries

Mission Statement

Surrey Libraries is a dedicated local government library service; providing information, knowledge, resources, support and entertainment to our local community.

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Surrey Remap

Mission Statement

Surrey Remap is the local group representing the national charity Remap (www.remap.org.uk).

The objective of this charity is to design and make custom equipment for the disabled when such equipment is not available commercially.

 

A visit to the website will demonstrate that this often involves quite simple devices, modifications to existing equipment, and even some quite complex projects. Remap comprises a very small Head Office and a countrywide network of volunteer 'engineers' and handymen, who work from their own home workshops.

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TALK Surrey

Mission Statement

At TALK, we support people with aphasia by:
  • Enabling you to practise all aspects of communication
  • Familiarising you with strategies to aid conversation
  • Helping you to rebuild confidence and self esteem
  • Encouraging you to become socially independent
  • Providing you with information, advice and ongoing support
  • Helping you to live positively with aphasia following stroke
  • Working closely with local speech therapists, the Stroke Association and other organisations supporting people with aphasia after stroke

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The Bourne Parish

Mission Statement

We are a church in Farnham providing activities and opportunities for children and young people.

As a parish seeking to put faith into practice our vision is that we are 'Radiating God’s love: enriching lives and communities'.

We have a range of services and activities which take place across our three worship centres - St. Thomas-on-the Bourne Church, St Martin by the Green Church and Brambleton Hall.

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The Cheryl King Trust

Helping financially disadvantaged young people to make music

CKT believes no young person should be precluded from taking music lessons because either their parents cannot afford them or they are not inspired to take up lessons.  

 

We help fund music lessons for financially disadvantaged children and young people in Surrey whatever their level of musical development and tries to level the music playing field by funding inspirational performances to encourage children to take up instruments in schools where historically take up has been low.   

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The Clockhouse Day Centre (Milford)

Mission Statement

We offer a warm and friendly environment for the over 50's where members can meet new friends, take part in our many activities or join us for outings or holidays. 

The Clockhouse is open Monday to Friday 9.30am-3.30pm. We provide a range of services including hairdressing, chiropody, reflexology, hearing and sight tests. 

We offer a in-expensive 2 course homemade lunch with a variety of alternatives on a daily basis as well as a snack bar offering hot drinks, biscuits and homemade cakes. 

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The Literacy Pirates

Mission Statement

To develop the literacy, confidence and perseverance of children who are falling behind in class and have fewer opportunities in their personal lives, so they can succeed at school and beyond. 

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The National Childbirth Trust

Mission Statement

Our vision is that everyone who becomes a parent feels confident, connected, and safe because we believe parents help build the foundations of the future.

Every year we support over 250,000 parents across the UK and Channel Islands on their unique journeys through pregnancy, birth, infant feeding, and early parenthood.

We are the charity that supports people as they become parents.

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The Spike Heritage Centre (Guildford)

Mission Statement

The Spike Heritage Centre is one of the few buildings remaining from Guildford's Workhouse in the Poor Law era, which housed the forgotten classes of Victorian England.  The Vagrants and Casual Ward, known as The Spike was built in 1906 to house vagrants and low paid workers.  After the Poor Laws ended in 1929, it continued as a night hostel until the mid 1960s. The NHS took over the site becoming St Lukes Hospital, operational until the mid 1990s when the new Royal Surrey hospital was opened.  The majority of the workhouse site was redeveloped, but due to the efforts of local campaigners, the Casual Ward was saved and remains as a historic building with lots of stories to tell. Individual visitors and groups are welcome to explore this unique building with guides providing the insight about how the poor were treated in a bygone age. 

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The Surrey Care Trust

Mission Statement

To tackle disadvantage, social exclusion and hardship in local communities. To reach out to families to equip them with the skills to improve their economic situation, to reduce social isolation and break the cycle of deprivation. 

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Treloar Trust

Mission Statement

The Treloar Trust provides education, care, therapy, medical support and independence training to young people with physical disabilities from all over the UK and overseas. Our aim is to prepare these young people for adult life, giving them the confidence and skills to achieve their full potential.

Our Vision

A world where physically disabled young people take control of their lives and achieve their aspirations

Our Mission

To enable physically disabled young people to achieve their aspirations by:

  • Providing personalised learning, therapy and care
  • Supporting transition into adulthood
  • Promoting independence and inclusion

Our Values

We are Inclusive

Everyone – regardless of physical ability, where they live or socioeconomic background – should have the opportunity to take part in life. We treat our Beneficiaries with the same dignity as their non-disabled peers and work to remove barriers in their way.

Our students and Beneficiaries are always at the centre of everything we do. Before we make decisions, we ask, “How will our students and Beneficiaries benefit from this?”

We act with Integrity and Respect

Physically disabled young people should be free to direct their own lives. We listen to young people’s views and support them to make age-appropriate choices about their daily life and informed choices about their future.

We celebrate and promote diversity, value and support each other, and treat everyone with mutual respect. We support a culture of openness, honesty and transparency, where the safeguarding of our students and wellbeing of our staff is paramount.

We strive for Excellence

Physically disabled young people and their families deserve outstanding care and support. We work to make sure all our services are excellent and actively challenge each other to ensure continuous quality improvement.

We continually innovate to ensure that our Beneficiaries receive the cutting-edge, excellent support they deserve.

Voluntary Helper

Voluntary Helpers provide support to students in the classroom, during social or sporting activities or lend a hand in an administrative role in one of our departments. We have a wide range of roles designed to welcome whatever skills or time you can offer.
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Watts Gallery - Artists' Village (Compton)

Volunteering at Watts Gallery - Artists' Village

 

Volunteers give vital support to the Artists' Village, contributing in many different ways from engaging with visitors as stewards in the galleries to supporting our Curatorial Team to assisting at events and workshops. Discover all the Artists' Village has to offer while acquiring new skills and meeting likeminded people.

Watts Gallery Trust is an independent charity, and we rely on the commitment of over 200 volunteers from a diverse range of backgrounds and age groups.

Mission Statement

From our beautiful and inspiring setting of Watts Gallery - Artists Village, we welcome everyone to connect with the art and ideas of our founders George and Mary Watts. By caring for the collections and our environment, we advocate for the power, impact and relevance of art - onsite, online, with our community and via our international network of artists’ studio museums. Our dynamic and multisensory programme of exploring, looking and making, takes you out of the everyday, into new encounters that invite you to view life through a different lens.

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Waverley Borough Council Community Meals Service

Mission Statement

To deliver a high quality freshly cooked meals service and provide social contact for residents living in the Godalming area.

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Waverley Borough Council-Parks & CountrySide

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West Horsley Place Trust

Mission Statement

West Horsley Place is a Grade I listed mediaeval manor house and estate of great beauty and historic significance. The manor house dates from 1425, though there has been a building on site since Saxon times. Our recent work to conserve and maintain the house has made our principal rooms safe and comfortable for public access, but the house remains on Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register.  

The West Horsley Place Trust aims to bring the house, gardens, 380-acre estate and eight Grade II listed outbuildings back into good repair and to improve people's wellbeing through art, culture, heritage & nature.

We will give people freedom to explore and discover, to create stories and become part of ours. 

VISION

  • To bring about a quiet revolution in the way an historic house and estate is managed
  • To be a place that improves people’s wellbeing through culture, heritage and nature

MISSION

  • To be sustainable, financially, environmentally and socially
  • To be a catalyst for creativity
  • To conserve the listed buildings in our care so that they are no longer on the Historic England ‘at risk’ register
  • To provide learning and engagement opportunities in culture, heritage and nature
  • To broaden our audience by being welcoming, inclusive and accessible
  • To enhance the natural landscape through increasing biodiversity and habitat connectivity

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Wey & Arun Canal Trust

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Whitmore Vale Housing Association

Mission Statement

Whitmore Vale Housing Association offers services to people with learning disabilities and we work alongside them to achieve the most out of their life. Through supported living and residential care we can meet a wide range of needs, supporting people with a mild learning disability, to those who have profound and complex disabilities. 

 

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Wintershall (Bramley)

Mission Statement

The Wintershall Plays bring the story of Jesus Christ to life today.

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Woking Community Furniture Project

Mission Statement

We aim to reduce landfill by collecting and selling donated goods. We provide support and development for volunteers on "back to work" programmes and we provide low cost goods to help those on low income.

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