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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
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
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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.
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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 
Volunteer with Care for Guildford
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:
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happy to be contacted by our shopping co-ordinator regarding shopping requests we have received - all during weekday office hours.
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being courteous, friendly and professional at all times
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agreeing the shopping list with Client
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go shopping for a Client either in person or using online shopping facilities and drop the shopping off at the Clients home
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letting Care for Guildford know, as soon as possible, if you can no longer undertake a shopping request
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immediately feeding back any Safeguarding concerns to us
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cash handling in some cases with Clients who wish to pay for their shopping in this way
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keeping accurate records
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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:
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caring, considerate, patient and understanding
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flexible, reliable and helpful
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confident in engaging with all kinds of people in a friendly manner
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motivated to help people
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mindful of infection control and good hygiene at all times
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able to comply with all policies and procedures in every aspect of the role
Recruitment, Support and Training
All volunteers will be asked to:
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participate in an interview with one of our Trustees
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agree to a DBS check being carried out by us
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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
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
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.
Combat Stress
We provide specialist clinical treatment and support for veterans from the British Armed Forces, focusing on those with PTSD, Complex-PTSD, and moral injury resulting from their experiences during military service. When some military personnel leave service, their experiences can’t easily be left behind.
We believe military trauma shouldn’t destroy the lives of veterans and their families. For over a century, we’ve helped former servicemen and women recover from mental health problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Combat Stress is the UK's leading veterans' mental health charity, the work we do is life-changing and often life-saving. No one else does what we do. We provide the only intensive mental health treatment service to UK veterans. Our services are provided across the UK, in-person and online. At a time that can be isolating and daunting, we're here to help.
We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our team across the UK as community fundraising volunteers - representing Combat Stress to support veteran’s mental health in their local communities through fundraising and raising awareness of our work.
Volunteer with Combat Stress
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
Dogs Trust Freedom
Mission Statement
Volunteer for Dogs Trust Freedom
Foster Carers
Foster a dog, help a whole family find freedom
By looking after a dog in your home, you can support a family on their journey to freedom from domestic abuse.
If you are interested in becoming a foster carer for Freedom - visit our website here for more information on fostering and to apply: https://www.dogstrustfreedom.org.uk/foster-a-dog/overview
Why volunteer with Freedom?
For dog owners experiencing domestic abuse, the idea of leaving their beloved pet behind is unthinkable. But, unfortunately, most refuges are unable to accept dogs. This means that people and their dogs often remain in dangerous situations.
By fostering with Freedom, you can help remove the barriers preventing someone from accessing safe accommodation, reassured in the knowledge that their dog is being loved and cared for until they can be safely reunited. As a Freedom foster carer, you’re not only helping a dog in their time of need, you're supporting a whole family on their journey towards freedom.
When you foster with Freedom, you get:
All the benefits of sharing your home with a dog, typically for 4 to 8 months
All expenses including food, equipment and veterinary care covered
Full support from our experienced Freedom team
Pride in knowing you’re helping somebody and their dog find Freedom
Welcoming a foster dog
Our experienced team work with the dog's owner to learn about their pet's health, behaviour and how they're cared for, so we can carefully match individual dogs with foster carers who will best fit their lifestyle. While the dog stays with you, the Freedom team will provide ongoing advice and support, plus we'll take photos so we can keep the dog's owner updated on how they're doing.
Farnham Community Farm
Mission Statement
Founded in 2008, Farnham Community Farm—formerly known as Farnham Local Food—is a community-run project powered by volunteer support. Our mission is to provide fresh, locally grown vegetables, produced to organic standards, for people in and around the Farnham area. We also offer volunteering opportunities in a peaceful, welcoming environment.
Here’s what we’re proud of:
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We welcome volunteers of all ages and abilities—whether you’re coming as an individual, with support to learn new skills, or simply to enjoy the calm, open space of the farm.
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We host schools, youth groups (including Cubs, Brownies, and Rainbows), and participants completing Duke of Edinburgh or school volunteering programmes.
Our vegetables are as fresh as it gets. Picked the very same day they’re collected, they travel virtually no food miles, helping preserve nutrients often lost in supermarket produce that’s been transported long distances. It’s better for you—and better for the planet.
Volunteering with Farnham Community Farm
Vegetable growing - help with all manner of growing tasks - something to suit all abilities!
Our volunteers help with all manner of growing tasks; we have something to suit all abilities. Things our volunteers get up to in the field include:
Sowing seeds in the polytunnel
Potting on plants
Planting out seedlings in the field
Preparing the soil for planting, using a broad fork and rake
Weeding, tidying and maintaining the crops
Harvesting the crops (Wednesdays and Thursday morning); picking and digging up the veg required that week
Weighing out veg for each member's bag
Building infrastructure (e.g., a shed), creating structures for the children’s area, or repairing wooden items.
Topping up vegetable beds with manure or compost
Tea and lunch breaks are an important part of the day, when we all sit together to chat and enjoy tea, coffee, and biscuits—provided free by the farm.
We welcome volunteers Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (or 4pm in the winter). All abilities are welcome and we don't ask for any commitment, just come when it suits you. Please click 'fill in an application' to find out more or apply.
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.
General Interests
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.
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
Guildford Opera
Volunteering with Guildford Opera
Costume Assistant / Sewing Volunteer (November/December 2026)
Guildford Opera is seeking a Costume Assistant to help with our next show!
We are looking for a volunteer with strong sewing skills to act as a Costume Assistant for our December 2026 production of Donizetti's opera Lucia di Lammermoor. Prior experience working in a theatre setting is desirable but not essential - we are a small charity and most of us are volunteers, so we're also keen to hear from talented amateurs who are confident working independently.
The role involves supporting our Costume Supervisor to prepare and maintain the costumes for the show.
Our ideal Costume Assistant would:
- Be confident in hand- and machine-sewing
- Be able to make a range of alterations (including blind-hemming, shortening dresses and sleeves, taking in trousers and sewing on buttons)
- Assist at costume fittings on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November (location TBC - in/near Guildford; lifts can be provided!)
- Have time between Sunday 29th November and Tuesday 1st December to carry out alterations to at least three costumes
- Have their own sewing machine to carry out alterations at home
We'd be delighted if you'd like to join us at the dress rehearsals and performances (1st-5th December) to help organise and maintain costumes during the run, however this by no means essential.
All our volunteers are treated just the same as members of the company - you'll have the opportunity to meet new people, join our social events and become part of a lively, welcoming community! Volunteers are also given a small allocation of free tickets to our shows, in recognition of the support they give.
We offer volunteers as much flexibility as we can and will adapt roles to suit you where possible. We welcome people from all backgrounds; we're also happy to provide reasonable adjustments to support you in your volunteer role.
To let us know you're interested in volunteering with us, please scroll to the top of this page and click on Fill in an application form (on the right-hand side of this advert). We'll then arrange an informal chat at a time to suit you - please note there's no commitment at this stage. We look forward to hearing from you!
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.
General Interests
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.
General Interests
Social Activity Volunteer
Volunteer with halow!
Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community
Our volunteers play a vital role in helping halow’s young people enjoy new experiences, build friendships, and take part in activities they love.
As a Social Activity Volunteer, you’ll support a range of fun activities based around the interests of our young people, including bowling, theatre trips, discos, and days out. Whether you can volunteer once a week, once a month, or a few times a year, your time and support can make a real difference.There is no minimum time constraint, all we ask is a commitment from volunteers
Who can volunteer?
No previous experience is needed,we’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to support our young people. Although our office is based in Guildford, volunteering opportunities are available across Surrey
Why volunteer for halow?
Our volunteers enjoy the fun of our events and can gain valuable work experience whilst enjoying giving something back to the community, taking on new challenges and sharing their skills to help others. Other benefits include:
- To try something new
- To have fun
- To give something back to the community
- To do something that you feel is important to you
- To meet new people
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take on new challenges
- To share your skills in order to help others
- To build confidence
How do I join as a halow volunteer?
To become a halow volunteer, simply complete our application form and a member of our team will be in touch. If you’d like to chat with us first, call 01483 447 960. All volunteers are subject to references and, where applicable, a DBS check (funded by halow).
Join us and help create meaningful experiences and memories for young people across Surrey.
Gardening Support Volunteer
Volunteer with halow!
Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community
Our volunteers play a vital role in helping halow’s young people enjoy new experiences, build friendships, and take part in activities they love.
As a Gardening Volunteer, you’ll support our kitchen allotment, helping to plan, grow, and care for a variety of vegetables, fruits, flowers, and plants. The produce grown can be used in our cooking sessions or shared with local community groups. Although our offices are based in Guildford, we welcome volunteers from various places, as opportunities for their support arise all over Surrey. They are not expected to come to us with any previous experience; all we ask for is commitment and a willingness to work with our young people.
Who can volunteer?
No previous experience is needed,we’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to support our young people. Although our office is based in Guildford, volunteering opportunities are available across Surrey
Why volunteer for halow?
Our volunteers enjoy the fun of our events and can gain valuable work experience whilst enjoying giving something back to the community, taking on new challenges and sharing their skills to help others. Other benefits include:
- To try something new
- To have fun
- To give something back to the community
- To do something that you feel is important to you
- To meet new people
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take on new challenges
- To share your skills in order to help others
- To build confidence
How do I join as a halow volunteer?
To become a halow volunteer, simply complete our application form and a member of our team will be in touch. If you’d like to chat with us first, call 01483 447 960. All volunteers are subject to references and, where applicable, a DBS check (funded by halow).
Join us and help create meaningful experiences and memories for young people across Surrey.
Cookery Support Volunteer
Volunteer with halow!
Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community
Our volunteers play a vital role in helping halow’s young people enjoy new experiences, build friendships, and take part in activities they love. As a Cookery Volunteer, you’ll support our young people as they explore different cooking styles, cuisines, and techniques. You’ll help them learn how to plan, prepare, and cook healthy, nutritious meals while building confidence and developing new skills. Although our offices are based in Guildford, we welcome volunteers from various places, as opportunities for their support arise all over Surrey. They are not expected to come to us with any previous experience; all we ask for is commitment and a willingness to work with our young people.
Who can volunteer?
No previous experience is needed,we’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to support our young people. Although our office is based in Guildford, volunteering opportunities are available across Surrey
Why volunteer for halow?
Our volunteers enjoy the fun of our events and can gain valuable work experience whilst enjoying giving something back to the community, taking on new challenges and sharing their skills to help others. Other benefits include:
- To try something new
- To have fun
- To give something back to the community
- To do something that you feel is important to you
- To meet new people
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take on new challenges
- To share your skills in order to help others
- To build confidence
How do I join as a halow volunteer?
To become a halow volunteer, simply complete our application form and a member of our team will be in touch. If you’d like to chat with us first, call 01483 447 960. All volunteers are subject to references and, where applicable, a DBS check (funded by halow).
Join us and help create meaningful experiences and memories for young people across Surrey.
Arts & Crafts Support Volunteer
Volunteer with halow!
Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community
Our volunteers play a vital role in helping halow’s young people enjoy new experiences, build friendships, and take part in activities they love. As an Arts & Crafts Volunteer, you’ll support our young people as they explore a variety of creative activities, including drawing, painting, pottery, and sculpture. You'll help encourage creativity, build confidence, and support them in developing new artistic skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Although our offices are based in Guildford, we welcome volunteers from various places, as opportunities for their support arise all over Surrey. They are not expected to come to us with any previous experience; all we ask for is commitment and a willingness to work with our young people.
Who can volunteer?
No previous experience is needed,we’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to support our young people. Although our office is based in Guildford, volunteering opportunities are available across Surrey
Why volunteer for halow?
Our volunteers enjoy the fun of our events and can gain valuable work experience whilst enjoying giving something back to the community, taking on new challenges and sharing their skills to help others. Other benefits include:
- To try something new
- To have fun
- To give something back to the community
- To do something that you feel is important to you
- To meet new people
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take on new challenges
- To share your skills in order to help others
- To build confidence
How do I join as a halow volunteer?
To become a halow volunteer, simply complete our application form and a member of our team will be in touch. If you’d like to chat with us first, call 01483 447 960. All volunteers are subject to references and, where applicable, a DBS check (funded by halow).
Join us and help create meaningful experiences and memories for young people across Surrey.
Sports & Fitness Support Volunteer
Volunteer with halow!
Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community
Our volunteers play a vital role in helping halow’s young people enjoy new experiences, build friendships, and take part in activities they love. As a Sports & Fitness Volunteer, you’ll support our young people as they take part in a variety of sports and fitness activities. You'll help encourage an active lifestyle, build confidence, and create a fun, inclusive environment where everyone can enjoy getting active and trying new sports. Although our offices are based in Guildford, we welcome volunteers from various places, as opportunities for their support arise all over Surrey. They are not expected to come to us with any previous experience; all we ask for is commitment and a willingness to work with our young people.
Who can volunteer?
No previous experience is needed,we’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to support our young people. Although our office is based in Guildford, volunteering opportunities are available across Surrey
Why volunteer for halow?
Our volunteers enjoy the fun of our events and can gain valuable work experience whilst enjoying giving something back to the community, taking on new challenges and sharing their skills to help others. Other benefits include:
- To try something new
- To have fun
- To give something back to the community
- To do something that you feel is important to you
- To meet new people
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take on new challenges
- To share your skills in order to help others
- To build confidence
How do I join as a halow volunteer?
To become a halow volunteer, simply complete our application form and a member of our team will be in touch. If you’d like to chat with us first, call 01483 447 960. All volunteers are subject to references and, where applicable, a DBS check (funded by halow).
Join us and help create meaningful experiences and memories for young people across Surrey.
Learning Support Volunteer
Volunteer with halow!
Make a difference, have fun, and be part of our community
Our volunteers play a vital role in helping halow’s young people enjoy new experiences, build friendships, and take part in activities they love. As a Learning Support Volunteer, you’ll support our young people within Building Futures, our weekday educational programme. From helping someone sail a riverboat one day to supporting them in designing a computer game the next, every session is different. We are ideally looking for volunteers who can commit to a regular day each week to provide consistent support and build meaningful relationships. Although our offices are based in Guildford, we welcome volunteers from various places, as opportunities for their support arise all over Surrey. They are not expected to come to us with any previous experience; all we ask for is commitment and a willingness to work with our young people.
Who can volunteer?
No previous experience is needed,we’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and willing to support our young people. Although our office is based in Guildford, volunteering opportunities are available across Surrey
Why volunteer for halow?
Our volunteers enjoy the fun of our events and can gain valuable work experience whilst enjoying giving something back to the community, taking on new challenges and sharing their skills to help others. Other benefits include:
- To try something new
- To have fun
- To give something back to the community
- To do something that you feel is important to you
- To meet new people
- To gain valuable work experience
- To take on new challenges
- To share your skills in order to help others
- To build confidence
How do I join as a halow volunteer?
To become a halow volunteer, simply complete our application form and a member of our team will be in touch. If you’d like to chat with us first, call 01483 447 960. All volunteers are subject to references and, where applicable, a DBS check (funded by halow).
Join us and help create meaningful experiences and memories for young people across Surrey.
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
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.
General Interests
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.
General Interests
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+.
Ronald McDonald House Charities UK
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, 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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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.
Skillway Volunteering Opportunities
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 Hedgehogs
We are a local charity that have been established since 1959. We have a membership of around 50 active members, who work tirelessly to raise money for local people in need. From supporting specialist schools to assisting single parents, we aim to help those who require urgent assistance, especially in the current economic crisis.
Helping local people in need
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Helping local people in need
WHAT IS IT FOR?
Helping people in Farnham and Area.
WHAT WILL I DO?
Join a team of approximately 50 people. Attend monthly meetings to help decide whom the
Hedgehogs can help with donations. Help erect and take down small marquees, sell calendars etc to
raise money. Help with the Farnham Carnival and other local events.
WHEN CAN I START?
You attend three monthly meetings and then decide if you wish to become a member. The members
also decide on your membership, but a wide range of skills and knowledge is welcome with almost
nobody turned away.
WHAT DIFFERENCE WILL I MAKE?
You will be helping people in need in Farnham and area to improve their lives.
TIME COMMITMENT
You give as much time as you can comfortably commit to. Approximately 4 to 6 hours a month but
can vary widely member to member.
WHERE WILL I DO IT?
Farnham and area.
Waverley Borough Council-Parks & CountrySide
Mission Statement
Waverley is a rural Borough in south-west Surrey and includes the towns of Farnham, Godalming and Haslemere, the large village of Cranleigh, and other surrounding villages. Named after Waverley Abbey in Farnham, Waverley is characterised by large areas of natural green space, which together with woodland, includes grassland, flood meadows, and a significant area of lowland heathland.
Waverley Borough Council is responsible for a variety of countryside sites across the Borough, many of which support rare or threatened habitats and species. A small team of Countryside Rangers oversee the management of these sites, with the aim of improving habitats for wildlife, protecting rare species, enhancing the experience of site visitors, and engaging residents.
To help maintain these sites to the highest possible standard and give people the opportunity to become involved, the Council runs a programme of regular countryside volunteer sessions which are open to all.
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Waverley Countryside Volunteers 16+. (Under 16's accompanied by an adult)
We run a regular programme of volunteer sessions on our parks and countryside sites around Farnham, Godalming, Haslemere, and Cranleigh. These sessions involve carrying out practical works to improve the sites for both wildlife and visitors, and include tasks such as clearing small trees and scrub, hedge laying, path improvements, tree planting, grass cutting, and removing invasive species. Our sites include Frensham Great Pond and Common, Farnham Park, the Phillips Memorial Park, Blackheath Common, and many others.
You don’t need any specialist skills and we provide tools, work gloves, and full guidance, as well as hot drinks and biscuits. It’s a great way of getting out and about, meeting new people, and keeping fit.
Applications from students (aged 16 and over) undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award would be most welcome. Under 16 year olds will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Most of our regular sessions are during the week, but we do also run 1 or 2 weekend sessions per month during the autumn and winter. You are free to come along to whichever sessions suit you, and there is no requirement to book or commit yourself in advance,
If you would like to sign up or want some further information then please click on the 'fill out application' button.
