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Asthma + LungUK
Mission Statement
Our mission is to drive the transformation of lung health. We strive for a world where lung health is prioritised through better understanding, research, treatment and support.
Therefore we fund cutting-edge research, and provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime.
We also campaign for clean air and better NHS diagnosis and treatment.
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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.
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Community Cancer Support Volunteer
Community cancer support volunteer
When a life-limiting condition such as cancer or Motor Neurone Disease or organ failure is diagnosed it can be a lonely, worrying time. The Brigitte Trust offers a free volunteer service of emotional, practical and social support.
Each week a volunteer will visit a client for up to three hours. The role is a varied, it could be sitting and listening to a person's worries and fears, helping them sort papers, photos and make plans, going out shopping, accompanying someone to a medical appointment, changing the bed, refilling bird feeders, going for coffee and cake or a walk in the park. We provide a comprehensive training programme comprised of six half days and a weekend.
There is no need for a medical background. All the Trust asks of its volunteers is that they are willing to develop their listening skills, and have personal qualities of warmth, empathy and sensitivity.
The Brigitte Trust aims to place volunteers promptly with clients in their local area, and travel expenses are reimbursed.
Application is by informal interview, references and a disclosure and barring (DBS) check.
To apply, click on the "Fill in Application Form" button.
We are looking for a team of Fundraising volunteer’s heroes
Let's put the fun back into FUNdraising!
We are looking for a team of Fundraising volunteer’s heroes.
Who can help for a few hours at our fundraising events we host throughout the year. Whether it’s a weekend or evening to raise money for Brigitte Trust.
This role suits various skills and availability. Whether your skills lie in helping to organise events, setting up or packing away, running a stall or you're more creative and hands-on, you can play a vital role in helping us to raise our profile and support our Charity by volunteering within your community.
If helping on a tombola stall, on a bake sale or helping at an evening event such as a “Quiz night” with a fish and chips supper isn’t what you want to do, then another of the roles we are looking for, that you might be able to take on, include distributing collection boxes to local establishments and distributing leaflets to local Dr’s surgeries or local community centres near where you live.
We’d love for you to get in touch - click on the "Fill in an Application" box and we will get back to you asap.
Tanya
Board member for Brigitte Trust
Brigitte Trust is a Surrey based charity that offers practical and emotional support to individuals with life limiting conditions through skilled and trained volunteers. This can be either in their own home, or in a care home or prior to Covid 19, hospital. We have a strong reputation amongst professionals Surrey wide for delivering efficient, appropriate and compassionate support and this reputation was enhanced during Covid 19 when our services expanded to include the vulnerable and isolated. We have now returned to delivering to our core client group and are pursuing some exciting new ventures such as bereavement groups, Death cafes and a ‘Coffin Club’.
We are financially sound, have a committed and highly skilled staff team and a cohesive and motivated Board. We are seeking an additional Board member.
Ideally we would like to recruit a Board member:
With expertise in media and marketing to advice the Board on these areas
Who is interested in promoting services for people with life limiting conditions
Who is willing to commit a small amount of time – Board meetings are roughly every 6 weeks and currently mostly on zoom, and attendance at an occasional event e.g AGM, annual volunteer ‘Thank you evening’ is also encouraged.
It would be helpful if a new Trustee were based on the west of the county (e.g Woking, Guildford and westwards) but this is not essential.
A clear DBS is required for this role.
To apply for this role or for further information, please "Fill in an application".
Home Visiting Volunteer
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Volunteer with Brigitte Trust
The Brigitte Trust is an independent registered charity offering a free service of emotional support and practical help from trained and supported volunteers. The service is for adults and their carers living in every Surrey borough and facing the challenges of life-limiting conditions including cancer, motor neurone disease and multiple sclerosis. The aim is for our clients to live life fully and as well as possible.
Brigitte Trust volunteers are at the heart of the organisation providing a listening ear and practical help which is unique and respectful of the needs of the individual and their family. Each volunteer is carefully recruited from a wide range of backgrounds, extensively trained, DBS checked, and are committed to go the extra mile for their clients. The Brigitte Trust would not be able to help people, with life limiting conditions, live as well as possible, without its committed volunteers.
As a volunteer you will be provided with six weeks of training that covers all the skills you will need to carry out the role and teaches you about end-of-life planning, bereavement and how to be alongside someone following diagnosis. You will meet other likeminded volunteers and the dedicated staff team and after the course ends, you will be supported to take on your first client.
Each individual volunteer is allocated to one client and the aim is for you to build a meaningful relationship with that person during your regular weekly visits. Each visit is for a maximum of three hours and usually takes place at the client’s home although you may also offer to visit if the client is in hospital or moves to a nursing home or hospice. Some clients will benefit from getting out maybe for some shopping, an appointment or just for a cup of tea and others want someone to talk to or to help with planning. The charity prides itself on careful matching between client and volunteer and will only ask you to support someone in the areas you are comfortable travelling to.
Once you start volunteering, you will be supported by a skilled team of professionals and will have access to regular supervision groups and one to one support as well as professional development in the form of workshops both face to face and virtually.
Volunteers who have completed the training and are now supporting clients have said that they feel valued and supported, have made new friends and have used the skills learned at The Brigitte Trust in many aspects of their own lives. |
This really is a unique and rewarding volunteer opportunity for the right person so if you are interested visit us by filling in the Application form. We will then contact you shortly.
Volunteer Therapist
VOLUNTEER THERAPIST WITH THE BRIGITTE TRUST
Your skills... Hairstylist, Barber, Beauty consultant, Manicurist, Reiki practitioner Alternative therapist Our Vision is to launch a new wellbeing service
Our Vision... is to launch a wellbeing service offering the clients that we support some much needed pampering treats in the comfort of their own home as for many of them leaving home can be challenging.
You can make a real impact Having someone visit and either cut your hair, give you a gentle arm and hand massage, or to maybe have a manicure or an alternative therapy such as Reiki can make such a difference to someone’s wellbeing.
We cannot do this without your skills We need to find volunteer therapists who are prepared to give us maybe an hour a month of their time to bring joy to someone at a difficult time in their lives. The Brigitte Trust would of course reimburse any travel and other expenses. If you or anyone you know may be interested in helping us deliver this wonderful new service do please get in touch with us by filling in the Application form.
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.
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Cancer Testing Services CIC
The mission statement of Cancer Testing Services CIC
Community service is paramount in our approach to providing families with both awareness and possible solutions to all too common cancers and the problems that they can bring.
The awareness and detection work of Cancer Testing Services CIC is driven by a passion to find early indications of prostate cancer in men and also aims to lead to the uncovering of any other cancers, regardless of gender, that, through testing with a simple blood test, might assist in this early detection and the possibility of saving or extending life.
We aim to learn, educate and use knowledge, to reduce death from prostate and other cancers that affect adults in the community and will reduce the impact upon the wider families that cancer complications and deaths provide.
Safeguarding Officer
Cherry Trees (East Clandon)
Cherry Trees provides home-from-home short-break care for children with complex disabilities and essential, meaningful break for their families in Surrey, Hampshire and surrounding areas.
Last year Cherry Trees supported 68 children, provided over 52,000 hours of care, supported 14 new families and organised 86 day trips - our care goes beyond just the stay!
We are looking for friendly volunteers to join the Cherry Tress community to continue this vital lifeline!
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.
Volunteering with Cherry Trees
Cherry Trees Collecting Tin Volunteer
Join us as a Cherry Trees Collection Tin Distributor in Surrey and Hampshire!
Are you keen to get out into the local community and help fundraise for Cherry Trees, then this volunteering role is perfect for you!
We are looking for friendly, reliable and organised individuals to help distribute our collection tins in the local community across Surrey and Hampshire, to maximise fundraising and awareness.
You are required to distribute and collect if/when required, to build a rapport with the supporter, and to take the full collection tin to the Cherry Trees fundraising team in either East Clandon or Goldcrest Lodge.
18+
ID badges & tins provided with authorisation letters
Hours to suit
A full overview of Cherry Trees will be provided by our friendly fundraising team.
If you are interested in finding out more, then please click on the 'Fill in an Application' link and we will get back to you.
Events Volunteers at Cherry Trees
Join us as a Cherry Trees Events Team Volunteer!
Are you looking to develop skills, wanting to give back to the local community all while supporting Cherry Trees events - then join us!
We are looking for community and event enthusiasts who are reliable, friendly, have a can-do attitude and are keen to support and help Cherry Trees deliver our fantastic events across the year, including flagship events, golf days and local summer fayres and fêtes.
You will need to be available to support events in varied and sociable roles across Surrey and Hampshire.
Your tasks could include
- Helping to load and unload Cherry Trees vehicle, with some light lifting
- Help with event set-up e.g. putting up a gazebo, pop-up banners, merchandise table
- Car parking marshalling
- Selling raffle tickets
- Running a stall at a local fête/ fayre
- Sharing Cherry Trees marketing material with attendees e.g. flyers
- Promoting future Cherry Trees events across Surrey and Hampshire
- On the day Cherry Trees Ambassadors who are friendly, cheery and helpful
- Assisting with attendee questions/ queries
- Working in a Team
Times vary from 2-6 hours depending on event and you must be 18+
Upcoming Events
Jazz in the Vineyard - Sat 6 June
Horsley Mid-Summer Party - Sat 20 June
Guildford Lions Golf Day at Clandon Regis - Fri 10 July
St. Georges Hill Golf Day - Thurs 8 October
To apply for this role or if you would like further information please fill in an application form and we will be in contact shortly.
Volunteer - Children's Care Worker
Join us as a Volunteer Children's Carer!
Cherry Trees provides home -from-home short-break care for children with complex disabilities, providing a meaningful break for their families in Surrey, Hampshire and surrounding areas.
We are looking for some friendly Children's Care Worker volunteers to join our team and have fun every time you visit. No two times will be the same; you could be having fun with a child in our soft play, out on a visit to a local farm or baking cookies!
We are looking for people to volunteer for all or part of the following shift times (min 4 hours).
7am - 2pm, 2pm to 9pm, 10am - 6pm.
We are open all year round and especially need help during school holidays and at weekends. All relevant training will be given.
Get in touch today for a chat and come along for a no-obligation visit. If you decide to join us the role requires an Enhanced DBS check and provision of satisfactory references. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Cherry Trees Cook Assistant
Can you help us prepare tasty and nutritious food for our children and care team - then volunteer as a Cherry Trees Cook!
No previous or professional cooking experience is needed, just a joy of cooking and a desire to help.
Timings
- Mondays, 14:00 -18:00
- Every other Saturday, 10:00 -18:00
- Sunday, 14:00 – 18:00
You must be 18+
If you are interested in volunteering for this role then please fill out the application form
Cherry Trees Volunteer Mini Bus Driver
Are you looking to give back to the local community in a tangible way - then join us as a Cherry Trees Minibus Driver Volunteer!
We are looking for a reliable, time efficient and safe driver to drop off/ collect children to and from their school every morning and afternoon. Our care staff are there to take care of the children, so your focus will be on driving the bus.
You do not need to have a special licence or take a further test, but we do ask that you complete a 1-hour driving assessment, with the aim of getting used to driving the vehicle.
- Morning drop off: 08:30 - 09:30am
- Afternoon pickup: 14:40 - 15:30pm
If you would like to find out more information or volunteer for this role please do fill out the application form.
Guide Dogs
Mission Statement
We are Guide Dogs. And we’re here to help people with sight loss live the life they choose.
Guide Dogs is one of the UK’s leading sight loss charities. Our expert staff, volunteers, life-changing guide dogs and buddy dogs help people, both adults and children, with sight loss live the life they choose.
We simply couldn’t deliver our vital services without our incredible volunteers. Whether it’s raising a puppy or making a difference in your community, you can make a change that matters.
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Deputy Fundraising Group Coordinator
Without our volunteers and especially our Fundraising Groups we wouldn’t be able to support people living with sight loss live their lives actively, independently, and well. We are looking to build up the Fundraising Group in Guildford and really need several Deputy Group coordinators, to help organise the groups fundraising activities.
In this lead volunteer role, you would be a key contact for fundraising in the area, the role would involve speaking with local businesses about fundraising opportunities for example, at local shopping centres, supermarkets, local events; organise fundraising activities for example quiz nights, bowling nights, sponsored walks, murder mysteries or anything else you can think of. You would build good working relationships with other volunteers in your group and make sure fundraising policies and procedures are followed and records are maintained.
Guide Dogs would provide specific training for this role which includes Data Protection – GDPR training; Volunteer Coordinating training; and a Welcome Induction Event. You will also have a dedicated volunteer manager who can provide ongoing support; as well as being able to connect with a good network of other volunteers. We have some experienced volunteer Fundraising Group Coordinators who are only too happy to help with advice and support.
In return, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our life-changing guide dogs and other vital services. You’ll also gain experiences, memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
To apply for this role, click 'fill in an application'.
Fundraiser
As a fundraising volunteer for Guide Dogs, you’ll be part of a team in your local area that shares stories about what we do and raises vital funds to help people with sight loss live the life they choose. From planning events and helping at collections, to placing our iconic guide dog collection boxes with local businesses – you’ll get to hear inspiring stories, meet incredible people and dogs, and see the difference you’re making firsthand.
We’ve got volunteer roles to suit all passions, skillsets and schedules. You can make the role your own and you only need to take on as much as works for you.
You’ll have the full support of your team, a dedicated Guide Dogs volunteer manager, and you’ll also receive any training you might need to help you in your role. We also cover all reasonable expenses related to your volunteering.
In return, you’ll get the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting people with sight loss by raising funds for our life-changing guide dogs and other vital services. You’ll also gain experiences, memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
Puppy Raiser
The Puppy Raiser role is a full-on volunteering role, whereby you look after a future life-changing puppy for a year, from when they are about 9 weeks old until they are around 18 months. You will play a huge role in the social development of the puppy, guiding him or her through training, socialisation, introduction of new environments and experiences, whilst providing a loving home. They are young puppies when they first arrive so all the usual toilet training, chewing etc does occur; but if you can cope with that it is such a rewarding role.
You will take your puppy along to monthly puppy classes where you will be supported with their training, we use a programme called Puppy Raising for Excellent Partnerships (PREP) which is based on positive reinforcement. You will be supported by other puppy raisers as well as a dedicated volunteer manager.
Ideally you will have enough time to invest in raising a puppy and attending to their needs, have someone at home who is physically able to handle large breed dogs (around 25 – 40 kg), access to a car so that you can get your puppy used to travelling, the agreement of your landlord to have a dog in the property if you rent your home and a safe secure area outside for your puppy to go to the toilet.
You’ll get the rewarding feeling of watching a mischievous puppy learn new training techniques to help them develop into a guide dog. The opportunity to participate in our bespoke world-class training programme which can help you train your own dogs or advance a future career in dog handling.
Volunteering for Guide Dogs should never leave you out of pocket. We’ll make sure we pay any expenses related to volunteering with us, including veterinary costs, food costs for the puppy and other materials needed for the puppy’s training.
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.
Gardening
MAN&BOY
General Interests
MAN&BOY - Ground Team Volunteer role
About the Charity:
We believe when positive role models are actively present; children, families, and communities thrive. We work alongside families by encouraging men to be a mentor to the boys in their life. We offer a diverse programme of opportunities for men and boys to have fun, take part in adventurous activities together, and enhance their own and wider family relationships.
Why this role exists:
Ground Team support our administrative/fundraising tasks and the creation of team building events, helping to support the structure that allows us to celebrate our staff team and families. This role is designed to connect with other aspects of MAN&BOY to create organisational smoothness and efficiency.
What you will be doing:
- Engaging our staff with teambuilding events
- Completing relevant and important training
- Assisting with fundraising opportunities
- Contributing to reflection and feedback after events
- Supporting with our administrative tasks
- Connecting with our staff to assess future events
How much time is required:
Ground Team are asked to commit to a supporting a team/fundraising building event and/or several small admin tasks annually. This is roughly 8 in person hours, with a flexible sign up available through our volunteer portal for remote opportunities.
Our promise to you:
MAN&BOY recognises volunteering as a donation of your skills, labour and time.
We commit to:
- Treating you with respect
- Providing clarity and support
- Listening to your feedback
- Recognising your contribution
How will we support & train you:
DBS Check provided at no cost to our volunteers
½ Day (in-person) onboarding training
Access to our online volunteer portal and training
Ongoing quarterly training opportunities (hybrid)
Bi-monthly check ins with Volunteer support
Specialised workshop trainings as desired
MAN&BOY will never ask you to do anything you aren’t comfortable with.
What you will gain from MAN&BOY:
Experience in supporting adults and young people
Deeper understanding of male family dynamics
Access to our bespoke MAN&BOY training package
Reference after 6 months active volunteering
Skills in administration, event planning and fundraising.
Being apart of a supportive, skilled community
Who will excel in the role:
Essential
Embodies MAN&BOY’s ‘ENCOURAGE’ principles
Confident using digital/technology
Interested in our work, punctual and reliable
Will complete MAN&BOY and safeguarding training
Desirable
Experience in administrative tasks
Interest in fundraising/ team-building events
Interest in the outdoors and sports
Interest in developing relationships in family unit
MAN&BOY - Signal Team Volunteer role
About the Charity:
We believe when positive role models are actively present; children, families, and communities thrive. We work alongside families by encouraging men to be a mentor to the boys in their life. We offer a diverse programme of opportunities for men and boys to have fun, take part in adventurous activities together, and enhance their own and wider family relationships.
Why this role exists:
The Signal Team create content to raise awareness about what MAN&BOY does, primarily via social media. This role is designed to encourage creative, collaborative thinking to keep MAN&BOY central to discussions around issues we address in our work.
What you will be doing:
Supporting with our social media posts
Following M&B, GDPR and other relevant policies
Assisting with website/other communications
Contributing to reflection and feedback
Engaging our network with culturally relevant content
Connecting with our staff/trustees to streamline
How much time is required:
Signal Team are asked to commit to supporting a minimum weekly social media post and/or communications through our website. This is roughly 4 hours per week, with a flexible volunteering available through remote/hybrid options.
Our promise to you:
MAN&BOY recognises volunteering as a donation of your skills, labour and time.
We commit to:
Treating you with respect
Providing clarity and support
Listening to your feedback
Recognising your contribution
How will we support & train you:
DBS Check provided at no cost to our volunteers
½ Day (in-person) onboarding training
Access to our online volunteer portal and training
Ongoing quarterly training opportunities (hybrid)
Bi-monthly check ins with Volunteer support
Specialised workshop trainings as desired
MAN&BOY will never ask you to do anything you aren’t comfortable with.
What you will gain from MAN&BOY:
Experience in social media and wider communications
Deeper understanding of male family dynamics
Access to our bespoke MAN&BOY training package
Reference after 6 months active volunteering
Skills in content creation and recognising trends
Being apart of a supportive, skilled community
Who will excel in the role:
Essential
Embodies MAN&BOY’s ‘ENCOURAGE’ principles
Comfortable using social media software
Interested in our work, punctual and reliable.
Will complete MAN&BOY and safeguarding training
Desirable
Experience in social media content creation
Interest in social media cultural contexts
Interest in the branding/marketing industry
Interest in developing relationships in family unit
MAN&BOY - Daytripper volunteer role
About the Charity:
We believe when positive role models are actively present; children, families, and communities thrive. We work alongside families by encouraging men to be a mentor to the boys in their life. We offer a diverse programme of opportunities for men and boys to have fun, take part in adventurous activities together, and enhance their own and wider family relationships.
Why this role exists:
Daytrippers support our programme delivery and fundraising, helping create safe, engaging spaces where men and boys can build stronger relationships. This role supports on singular day activities and fundraising events, including our Climb & Connect course.
What you will be doing:
- Engaging positively with men and boys
- Completing relevant and important training
- Assisting facilitators and families during activities
- Contributing to reflection and feedback after sessions
- Supporting setting up equipment for activities
- Gaining experience at our singular day activities.
How much time is required:
Daytrippers are asked to commit to a minimum of 2 Activity days, and/or a Climb and Connect Course. This is roughly 15 in person hours, with a flexible sign up available through our volunteer portal.
Our promise to you:
MAN&BOY recognises volunteering as a donation of your skills, labour and time.
We commit to:
- Treating you with respect
- Providing clarity and support
- Listening to your feedback
- Recognising your contribution
How will we support & train you:
- DBS Check provided at no cost to our volunteer
- ½ Day (in-person) onboarding training
- Access to our online volunteer portal and training
- Ongoing quarterly training opportunities (hybrid)
- Bi-monthly check ins with Volunteer support
- Specialised workshop trainings as desired
MAN&BOY will never ask you to do anything you aren’t comfortable with.
What you will gain from MAN&BOY:
- Experience in supporting adults and young people
- Deeper understanding of male family relationships
- Access to our bespoke MAN&BOY training package
- Reference after 6 months active volunteering
- Skills in communication and group facilitation
- Being apart of a supportive, skilled community
Who will excel in the role:
Essential
- Embodies MAN&BOY’s ‘ENCOURAGE’ principles
- Comfortable working in outdoor environments
- Interested in our work, punctual and reliable
- Will complete MAN&BOY and safeguarding training
Desirable
- Experience supporting young people
- Experience leading activities in the outdoors
- Interest in the outdoor/alternative settings
- Interest in developing relationships in family unit
MAN&BOY - Trailblazer volunteer role
About the Charity:
We believe when positive role models are actively present; children, families, and communities thrive. We work alongside families by encouraging men to be a mentor to the boys in their life. We offer a diverse programme of opportunities for men and boys to have fun, take part in adventurous activities together, and enhance their own and wider family relationships.
Why this role exists:
Trailblazers support our programme delivery, helping create safe, engaging spaces where men and boys can build stronger relationships. This role supports on all aspects of our programme, including Adventure Camp Weekend.
What you will be doing:
- Engaging positively with men and boy
- Completing relevant and important training
- Assisting facilitators and families during activities
- Contributing to reflection and feedback after sessions
- Supporting setting up equipment for activities
- Supporting residential Adventure camps
How much time is required:
Trailblazers are asked to commit to a minimum of 1 Adventure Camp Weekend and an additional activity a year. This is roughly 4-5 in person days, with a flexible sign up available through our volunteer portal.
Our promise to you:
MAN&BOY recognises volunteering as a donation of your skills, labour and time.
We commit to:
- Treating you with respect
- Providing clarity and support
- Listening to your feedback
- Recognising your contribution
How will we support & train you:
- DBS Check provided at no cost to our volunteers
- ½ Day (in-person) onboarding training
- Access to our online volunteer portal and training
- Ongoing quarterly training opportunities (hybrid)
- Bi-monthly check ins with Volunteer support
- Specialised workshop trainings as desired
MAN&BOY will never ask you to do anything you aren’t comfortable with.
What you will gain from MAN&BOY:
- Experience in supporting adults and young people
- Deeper understanding of male family relationships
- Access to our bespoke MAN&BOY training package
- Reference after 6 months active volunteering
- Skills in communication and group facilitation
- Being apart of a supportive, skilled community
Who will excel in the role:
Essential
- Embodies MAN&BOY’s ‘ENCOURAGE’ principles
- Comfortable working in outdoor environments
- Interested in our work, punctual and reliable
- Will complete MAN&BOY and safeguarding training
Desirable
- Experience supporting young people
- Experience leading activities in the outdoors
- Mentor and positively role model for our Men and Boys
- Interest in developing relationships in family unit
Marie Curie
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end of life charity.
Everyone deserves the right support at the end of life. We’re here for anyone with an illness they’re likely to die from, and their family and friends.
Whatever the illness, we’re with you to the end
Mission Statement
Our Mission
Over the next five years and beyond, our mission is to close the gap in end of life care. Between now and 2028 we'll design and deliver services providing the best possible care and support to people living with any terminal illness, and those close to them. And we'll play a leading role in shaping the end of life system across the UK; driving research, influencing public policy, campaigning for change, and fighting for better services – so everyone has access to the end of life care and support they need.
Volunteer with Marie Curie
Re-engage
Reducing Loneliness in Later Life
As we get older, our social circles diminish, and we find ourselves with fewer and fewer people to turn to. Imagine realising one day that all your friends and family have gone from your life. Loneliness can be cruel, and it affects millions of people over 75 who live in social isolation.
Re-engage is making life less lonely for thousands of older people every year. Older people tell us that our volunteer-led activities make them happier and more able to trust others.
Our mission is to work within communities to end social isolation and loneliness in older people.
General Interests
Call Companion
Do you have 30 minutes either weekly or fortnightly to speak to an older person who is experiencing loneliness and isolation? If yes and like us you want to end isolation, we have older people waiting to be matched to volunteers like you!
This role is flexible that can work around your own lifestyle and availability As a valued Re-engage Volunteer you'll receive training and support, as well as communication from the Re-engage team.
We are looking for people who are friendly, good listening skills and patience and understanding.
This is a rewarding role and if you feel you would like to be apart of the Re-engage volunteering community, we would love for you to apply!
Just a couple of things...
- You will be over 18
- We are unable to pay expenses for the phone calls, this is to keep our services free for older people.
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.
General Interests
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.
General Interests
The Teen Project
Teen Wellbeing Facilitator
Teen Wellbeing Facilitator
For people who want direct experience with young people.
- Deliver our 6-week Confidence Course in schools
- Facilitate psychologically informed group workshops
- Undertake 1:1 mentoring
- Build relationships with vulnerable teenage girls
- Explore behaviour with curiosity rather than judgement
- Support emotional regulation, confidence, body image and resilience
- Work alongside schools, pastoral teams and DSLs
- Reflect on cases through supervision and team discussions
Teen Impact Assistant
For people drawn to research, evaluation and understanding what creates change.
- Analyse qualitative and quantitative outcomes
- Understand psychological outcome measures
- Identify behavioural and wellbeing trends
- Produce impact reports
- Review psychological research and literature
- Support service evaluation
- Develop questionnaires and evaluation tools
- Contribute to programme development
- Translate evidence into recommendations
- Communicate impact to schools and funders
Voluntary Action South West Surrey
We help people find volunteering roles to suit them.
Your commitment will contribute to making our community in Guildford and Waverley a better place.
About VASWS
Voluntary Action South West Surrey is a registered charity and limited company set up in 2008 to help support voluntary and community groups working in the boroughs of Guildford and Waverley. We are a Council for Voluntary Service and member of the National Association for Voluntary and Community Action (NAVCA).
As well as giving advice, information and support to local groups we also run a Volunteer Centre recruiting volunteers for organisations working in South West Surrey, as well as being host of the Guildford and Waverley Social Prescribing Service. In 2024, we launched our Volunteer Connections project.
Our Mission
As an infrastructure organisation we aim to guide, support and strengthen the voluntary and community sector across South West Surrey, building capacity, sustainability and collaboration to improve outcomes for our communities,
Our Vision
We at Voluntary Action South West Surrey will champion a resilient, inclusive voluntary sector where communities thrive, wellbeing grows, and everyone belongs.
Our Values
Our organisation has committed to the following values:
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People and community focused
We care passionately about the people and the communities we serve and will do our very best to satisfy their needs. We strive to nurture and empower our employees to the benefit of individuals, our organisation and our stakeholders.
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Respectful and embracing diversity
We recognise and respect all aspects of diversity in the communities we service, within VASWS and within organisations we work with. We embrace the principle of strength in diversity.
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Collaborative
We are outward looking and will work productively with all relevant organisations and individuals to deliver solutions.
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Innovative and improving
We will learn from our experiences and those of others. Will constantly strive to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations to the benefit of all our stakeholders.
Our USP
We are the infrastructure organisation for Guildford and Waverley Boroughs, providing bespoke information, advice and guidance to charities and voluntary groups, both existing and new.
We tailor bespoke solutions to address the evolving needs of our community, fostering resilience and inclusivity, advocating on behalf of the sector we represent and the communities we work within.
We offer a volunteer brokerage service, working one to one with both individuals who want to volunteer and voluntary organisations who need support with their volunteer offer.
We highlight the benefits of volunteering and the need for volunteers in our communities, recognising and working to reduce barriers to volunteering, especially amongst marginalised groups. In addition, we are a bridge between sectors, connecting the voluntary sector to partners in the health sector.
Through our Social Prescribing service we support adults referred to us for issues surrounding the wider determinants of health to access services and activities local to them, creating a greater cohesion between health professionals, patients and local communities and services.
Volunteer for VASWS
We are seeking a new Trustee
Voluntary Action South West Surrey (VASWS) is an umbrella organisation for voluntary groups, community groups and charities working in Guildford and Waverley. We help with support and development, provide information, training, funding & governance advice and with recruiting volunteers.
As an infrastructure organisation we aim to strengthen the voluntary and community sector across South West Surrey.
We support all members of the local community to access services to improve their health and wellbeing.
We are seeking a new Board members to join our vibrant team.
What skills do I need?
The Role: Trustee
We are inviting passionate individuals to join our Board as Trustees, contributing to our journey. Board meetings are your platform to influence, guide, and support VASWS’s strategic direction. Beyond governance, Trustees engage with the community, representing VASWS at local events and helping steer our mission forward.
Benefits Include:
- Making a lasting impact in the community.
- Expanding your network and forming new relationships.
- Developing skills in governance, leadership, and strategy.
- Broadening your personal and professional skill set.
- Reimbursement for reasonable expenses.
We are based in central Guildford and Board Meetings are held 4 times a year on a Tuesday at 4pm via Teams, plus an annual AGM and occasional sub group meetings.
As part of our board you will support and shape our work and strategic direction, as well as help us achieve this purpose.
Your commitment will ensure we continue to provide and extend our range of much-needed support and services.
If you are interested and would like to have a chat about the role and find out more about us please fill in the application form.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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.
General Interests
Waverley Hoppa Community Transport
Mission Statement
Mission statement
Our mission is to:
Provide a cost effective, quality transportation service to people who are unable to access ordinary transport for reasons of infirmity, disability, vulnerability or isolation.
Our values
Caring: to be understanding of the current needs of our stakeholders, especially individual customers, and to strive to meet their needs with empathy and compassion.
Responsive: to be aware of the current and changing needs of our stakeholders, and to meet those needs by creative provision and adaptation of our services.
Responsible: to be aware of, and optimise the impact of our activities, particularly with respect to the environment and local communities.
Sustainable: to strive to balance short term needs with the requirement to ensure that we are able to deliver our mission over the longer term.
Transparent: to be open to enquiry from our stakeholders, and to be proactive with the provision of information about ourselves to the communities we serve.
