Activity volunteer roles in sunderland, tyne and wear
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a eally flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be required to complete an application for and provide two references.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be asked to complete and application and provide details for two references
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Working closely with the Grants Managers and under the Head of Fundraising and other members of the senior Volunteer Grant Team, the Grants Coordinator (Unpaid Volunteer) will research, write grants, maintain, and coordinate fundraising efforts for AHO, with a target of a £5m yearly income by the end of 2030.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The role of Grants Coordinator (Unpaid Volunteer) will research, maintain and coordinate
- Research, write and manage a pipeline of trusts and foundations, aid grants and public sector tenders and contracts that offer unrestricted and programmatic funding.
- Initiate new and manage existing relationships with trusts and other grant-making bodies through emails, calls, meetings, and attendance at events.
- Organise and lead regular fundraising meetings with the Head of Fundraising and the senior team.
- Write and lead on applications, bringing together information and expertise from colleagues as necessary.
- Lead and manage the reporting process to existing funders, bringing together input from colleagues as necessary.
- Attend and assist with public-facing events organised by AHO or others when necessary.
- Work with the senior team to write compelling concept notes and presentations for new areas of work.
- Work with staff and Volunteers across AHO to produce compelling and successful fundraising bids.
- Closely monitor deadlines for applications and reporting, proactively and confidently liaising with relevant staff for timely and high-quality submissions.
- Identify new opportunities for unrestricted and project funding from a range of sources, including trusts, grants and charitable foundations; European, national and local government; individual supporters; and commercial opportunities.
- Develop and maintain general content and resources in line with branding, such as presentations and texts for staff to reference and share with potential funders.
- Contribute to quarterly Board papers through pipeline updates and the CEO's report.
- Contribute on an ad hoc basis to any other reasonable activity as requested by senior staff.
- Very occasional travel to Africa and other Diaspora for work with our sister organisation, AHO EU and to regions in England where colleagues are based.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Key Competencies
- Experience in awarding, managing or applying for grants.
- Experience in awarding, managing or applying for grants.
- Strong knowledge of UK, EU, and US legislation, accounting requirements and good practice relating to grant awarding and reporting.
- Experience in using a CRM system or database.
- Experience in efficiently managing and delivering grant-funded projects and programmes in low settings
- Ability to work unsupervised, a motivated self-starter, with robust problem-solving, administrative, and multi-tasking skills and is good at follow-through.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to assimilate and digest large volumes of information.
- Strong attention to detail and strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage workload effectively and to work with changing priorities and time pressures.
- Ability to occasionally adjust working hours to fit with multiple time zones as required.
- Strong written and communication skills. You will be able to present information in a compelling way through proposals, memos and PowerPoint presentations.
- Ability to communicate effectively with people from different cultures and backgrounds
- Desire to contribute to new ideas and ways of working to develop improved models, processes and use of technology in grant-making.
- Outstanding partnership management skills, with the ability to support and establish highly collaborative internal and external partnerships.
- Experience with databases/grant-management systems is desirable but not necessary.
- Financial and budget management skills are desirable but not necessary.
- Ability in English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, Swahili, and Chinese is desirable but not necessary.
Please apply by submitting your CV and cover letter using the Charity Job system. If you use any method other than the one specified, we will not review your application.
To promote equity in health, to combat disease, and to improve the quality of, and lengthen, the lives of the people in Africa and the Diaspora.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Since its inception in 2020, SBP has grown rapidly, establishing an exciting and evolving portfolio of nature recovery projects across Scotland. Following the recent appointment of our first Chief Executive Officer, we are now seeking to recruit an additional Trustee with qualifications and demonstrable experience in one or more of the following:
● Legal compliance
● Charity fundraising
● Media and comms
● Advocacy and public affairs
● Ecology, nature restoration and/or rewilding
● Technology, digital transformation and/or cyber security
● Data protection and information governance
Other desired attributes
● Commitment to nature restoration in Scotland, and willingness to learn more about rewilding and emerging and evolving trends in the sector
● Sound project management and leadership skills, and the ability to advise and work collaboratively with the Board, CEO and other members of SBP staff
● Strong relationship building, and interpersonal and communication skills
● A positive, entrepreneurial, and inclusive outlook
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Fundraising volunteer
Our vision for volunteering
Volunteering is and always will be at the heart of Cats Protection. It is joyful and inclusive. As a charity, working in partnership, together we transform the lives of cats, people and communities.
The difference you will make to cats and people
As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best, whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing administration or supporting the development of new fundraising ideas! Whatever your skill set, this could be the role for you!
You can expect us to
- Make you feel welcome, included and respected in line with our values and behaviours
- Support you in having a positive and impactful experience at Cats Protection
- Cover agreed out-of-pocket expenses in line with our Expenses Policy
- Provide you with access to learning, development and engagement opportunities
What we need from you
This is a really flexible role, you can choose what you’d like to get involved with, for example:
- face-to-face fundraising. Organising or helping with fundraising events, running supermarket collections and fundraising stands, monitoring collection tins
- online fundraising. Setting up online appeals and writing impactful cat case studies that maximise donations
- marketing. Spreading the word about our fundraising activities, for example on social media and with the local press
- completing administration. Processing donations, sorting and recording donated goods, completing Gift Aid paperwork
● championing our work. Getting involved with developing new fundraising ideas and increasing community engagement
● photography. Capturing images of cats in care, cats we are helping, events and all things Cats Protection
Time expectation
This is a flexible role that can fit around your other commitments to suit you. You’ll be part of a team raising vital funds while having fun in the process!
You may be just the volunteer we’ve been looking for!
We are committed to building a diverse, compassionate and inclusive organisation where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We are courageous and compassionate in our purpose of helping people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we are all for cats. Join the UK’s leading cat welfare charity and help make a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Applicants will be required to complete an application for and provide two references.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are searching for a enthusiastic volunteer to become thd Leeds chapter's Social Media Officer. The primary role is to ensure the smooth every day running of the social media accounts. This involves responding to messages (even if it’s just sign posting) and replying to comments. They should try to ensure growth of the social media account including Facebook and Instagram with the potential of Twitter. They should make use of the Facebook groups to create an engaging atmosphere for members and chase lead volunteers to ensure they post on the page and group promptly following events. After each event they should make posts following up on it. Finally, they will liaise with photographers and assist with designing and running the website
* To bring children's dreams to life * To provide a professional service * To bring fun to both children and volunteers




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Rising Capacities for Children Africa (RICCA)
Rising Capacities for Children Africa (RICCA) tackles child poverty in rural Kenya, especially in Kirinyaga County, by creating inclusive, child-friendly learning environments. Through the Ricca Afterschool Center, children aged 6–17 access personalized support, mentorship, and engaging programs in arts, sports, agriculture, and digital literacy. These activities foster academic success, creativity, social skills, and life competencies while making learning fun and accessible. RICCA also works with schools to improve teacher quality, infrastructure, and resources, and engages parents in the process. By bridging rural–urban gaps and promoting intercultural dialogue, RICCA empowers communities, protects children’s rights, and breaks cycles of poverty through education.
Curriculum Design Specialist
RICCA is a locally rooted NGO working with underserved children in rural Kenya. Our mission is to provide access to marginalized rural children attending resource constrained public primary schools in Kenya, to an After School Centre.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Curriculum Specialist (Volunteer) to support the development of our existing after-school curriculum framework into a structured curriculum. This role will be critical in designing an engaging, child-centered curriculum that fosters literacy, numeracy, and life skills in innovative and enjoyable ways.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and structure an after-school curriculum targeting foundational skills (literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving).
- Incorporate fun, engaging, and culturally relevant learning methods suitable for children in rural settings.
- Work with our team to integrate play-based learning, creative arts, and interactive activities that promote critical thinking and confidence.
- Support training of facilitators and provide guidance on curriculum implementation.
- Develop learning materials and frameworks that can be easily adapted by community educators.
Qualifications & Skills
- Background in Project Led-Education, Alternative Experiential Learning Curriculum Development, Child Development, or a related field.
- Experience in developing or adapting learning programs for underserved or marginalized communities.
- Strong knowledge of literacy and numeracy instructional strategies.
- Creativity in integrating interactive and engaging approaches to learning like play based learning, Social Emotional Learning etc.
- Experience working with rural or resource-constrained environments is an added advantage.
Application Requirements
If you have experience in a similar assignment and are passionate about creating impact for marginalized rural children, we invite you to apply.
Minimum Hours per Week:
4-6 hours per week
Duration:
3-4 weeks
We connect professionals with impact startups matching their causes, skills & schedule.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with VoiceAbility,
About VoiceAbility
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
Why Volunteer with VoiceAbility
Volunteering with VoiceAbility gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by helping others ensure their voices are heard and valued. The roles we offer are deeply rewarding and may challenge you in new ways. You’ll develop your communication skills, meet new people, and gain a greater understanding of others, while enjoying a sense of personal fulfilment along the way!
We ask for a minimum commitment of just 3 hours per week, but you’re welcome to volunteer for more if you’d like. Whether you're looking to give back to your community, learn something new, or simply enjoy connecting with others, we’d love to have you on board!
Relevant Person’s Representative (RPR) Support Volunteer
People in care homes should have a voice to communicate their needs wishes and wants. Some people need support with this, but don’t have friends and family available to assist them. This means they’re entitled to have support from an RPR and volunteer, who are there to make sure they get the care they deserve. Your role as an RPR Support Volunteer is to collaborate with the VoiceAbility RPR to make sure a person’s views are listened to when decisions are made about their care.
- As an RPR Support Volunteer you might:
- Visit people in their care home, to make sure they’re getting the right care and support
- Talk with them about their feelings, thoughts and wishes
- Raise concerns
- Keep detailed notes and records
- Make a real difference to someone’s life
All volunteering will take place Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:00. You will need to be over 18 years old and be living in the UK. Please note that there is no opportunity to volunteer at weekends or in the evening.
Safeguarding Commitment Statement
VoiceAbility are committed to safeguarding all clients who access our services. All Volunteers will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with our safer recruitment practice.
ED&I Statement
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact the Volunteering team for further options.
To find out more click “Apply Now”.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Emerge Worldwide exists to amplify voices until freedom rings for all women and girls.
Our vision is to see sexual exploitation and sex trafficking abolished, and it starts one mind at a time, one life at a time!
Our mission is to prevent sexual exploitation and trafficking by advocating for policy reform, raising public awareness, and providing comprehensive support to victims/survivors. The organisation aims to assist vulnerable youth, particularly girls, and women, influence public discourse through education, and foster systemic change to enhance protections for individuals impacted by exploitation and trafficking.
Purpose of Role
The Communications Officer will play a key role in ensuring effective internal and external communication across Emerge Worldwide. This role will be responsible for producing high-quality newsletters, managing communication with partners, collaborators, influencers, and associates, maintaining organisational directories, and supporting the flow of information across departments. The Communications Officer will also manage calendars, support administrative needs, and liaise with the social media team to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
This position requires excellent organisational, IT, and communication skills, alongside a proactive approach to supporting the charity’s mission and daily operations.
Role Description - What will I be doing?
Communications & Engagement
- Draft, design, and distribute newsletters and organisational updates to stakeholders.
- Maintain effective communication with partners, collaborators, influencers, and associates.
- Identify and manage key contacts and opportunities for engagement.
- Share key information across internal departments and teams to improve collaboration.
- Work with departments to ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
- Support the development of communication strategies to raise Emerge Worldwide’s profile.
Administration & Coordination
- Respond to general email enquiries and redirect them appropriately.
- Manage shared drives, organisational directories, and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Coordinate and set up meetings, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
- Support calendar management for the organisation, ensuring alignment across departments.
- Assist with the preparation of presentations, reports, and communication materials.
- Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure smooth organisational communication flow.
- Work within agreed budgets and managing resources effectively.
Technical & IT
- Use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting, communication, and presentations.
- Support the use of Mailchimp or other IT software for mass communications.
- Maintain mailing lists, contact directories, and subscription platforms.
- Ensure compliance with data protection, GDPR, and organisational policies when managing contacts.
Other Duties
- Support wider organisational projects and campaigns where communication is required.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with stakeholders.
- Participate in departmental and cross departmental progress meetings, training, and 1:1s
- Undertake training and professional development as required.
- Carry out any other duties in line with the role as directed by the Operations Manager.
Person Specification - What skills and qualities do I need?
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft professional correspondence and engaging content.
- Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience using digital communication tools such as Mailchimp, CRM systems, or equivalent.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience managing calendars, meetings, and administrative systems.
- Experience of successfully working collaboratively across teams or departments.
- Attention to detail with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
- Proactive, showing initiative, with the ability to work unsupervised
- Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR compliance.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience working in a charity, non-profit, or mission-driven organisation.
- Familiarity with managing contact directories, databases, or CRM systems.
- Knowledge of social media platforms and how they integrate with organisational communication.
- Experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership communication.
- Ability to produce visually engaging newsletters, reports, and presentations.
- Event coordination or project support experience.
Personal Qualities
- A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Confident, professional, and approachable communication style.
- Able to work independently and take initiative.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Passionate about Emerge Worldwide’s mission to advocate against sexual exploitation and support vulnerable groups.
Requirements
- Resides in the UK and is eligible to volunteer
- A DBS check, if applicable
- Able to work in alignment with Emerge Worldwide’s policies, procedures, values, standards, and boundaries, including those relating to confidentiality, safeguarding, health & safety, equal opportunities, and the volunteer code of conduct.
- Model Emerge Worldwide values and behaviours in all team activities
What support will I receive?
- An induction, ongoing training, supervision and support from your supervisor and the team
- Access to Emerge Worldwide’s training courses
- Out of pocket expenses approved in advance will be reimbursed
I would like to volunteer:
Please submit a Cv and cover email
References will be taken upon successful offer.
Raising awareness and prevention on sexual exploitation & sex trafficking. Amplifying our voice until freedom is experienced for all women and girls.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to see more happiness and kindness in the world? We’re looking for dynamic Volunteers to be part of creating exactly that!
About the Role:
Our volunteers bring people together for shared online learning experiences, based on positive psychology, that boost the wellbeing of everyone involved.
Our groups and courses can be run online or in-person in your local area.
- The amazing 6-week Happiness Habits Course is designed to be run by pairs of volunteers. It features expert videos, science-backed exercises and the chance to form meaningful connections. Our course has been specially designed to gather the insights of the world's leading experts on six fundamental aspects of a happy and meaningful life: Gratitude, Self-Care, Relationships, Resilience, Kindness, and Meaning. It is a very impactful (many say life-changing) experience.
- Alternatively, you can get involved by supporting a Monthly Group, bringing like-minded people together to learn evidence-based tools for creating a happier and more meaningful life. Explore the monthly themes and encourage people to set personal actions towards happiness, that support both themselves and others.
Volunteering with Action for Happiness is a path of action that consistently feels like you are making a difference in the world. You don’t have to be an expert - or be happy all the time. If you are a warm and enthusiastic person that is more than enough to get started.
Why Volunteer with Us?
Do something that matters: spreading happiness and witnessing people transform for the better is a huge source of meaning.
Grow your skills: inspiring others, learning together and reinforcing your own happiness skills all contribute to personal growth.
Build community: meeting like-minded people, building lasting friendships and belonging to a global community contributing to a better future for all.
How do I know it’s right for me?
Try out free VOLUNTEER TRAINING via the Action For Happiness website and decide for yourself.
We've designed it especially to help you answer questions like this as it explains thoroughly what being a volunteer involves and helps you reflect on your readiness.
What is the time commitment?
You'll need to set aside a couple of hours for the training initially and a few more for planning your course or group and connecting with your co-volunteer. Then you'll need a couple of hours per session for facilitating (x6 weekly sessions for a course, or x1 session per month for a group).
- Apply today! Together, we can inspire change that ripples out through people’s lives, communities and the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Who are we?
We are Buttons & Bubbles CIC. We are dedicated to increasing inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for volunteers to help to create some backdrops (that fold down small please, storage is an issue!) that we can use at our events and interactive workshops. Our workshop and safe bubble is all about creating an imaginative world and we want to make the experience as immersive as possible for families. We have already created a magical world called Bubble World and now we want to bring it to life.
Who are we looking for?
- Somebody who is fun loving
- Creative
- Artistic
- Collaborative
What do we expect?
- Must be willing to undertake our training programme which will be done virtually and at a time to suit you.
- Have a basic DBS check (preferably be on the update system)
- Sign our volunteer contract. (If you disagree with anything in it please do discuss it with us and we will be happy to have a conversation and make small changes if appropriate).
- A positive attitude to disability and illness. We are happy to answe questions on this.
Interested?
Email us and lets chat.
If you require any adjustments please feel free to talk to us. Any information given will be kept in the strictest of confidence.
To increase inclusion and representation across society for disabled families.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of sight loss and RNIB services at local events. You will give talks in person or virtually, sharing your own story to improve understanding of sight loss to local service providers and community groups. You’ll be making a real difference to people living with sight loss by helping to improve accessibility and inclusivity, creating a world without barriers.
What you’ll be doing:
• Giving talks to groups of people to raise awareness of sight loss in your local community by sharing your story to audiences, for example, local businesses, community and voluntary groups.
• Delivering Talks to raise awareness of RNIB services as a trusted source of support for blind and partially sighted people
• Representing RNIB as an Ambassador for the Community Connection service
What you’ll gain from the role:
• An opportunity to give something back.
• A chance to build a strong community.
• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.
• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people
• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will provide:
• A supportive route to building your confidence in presenting and sharing your story with an audience.
• A rewarding experience.
• A great Induction and training.
• A supportive manager.
• Regular updates and catchups.
• Expenses.
• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
How often will I be needed?
- 4 Hours per Month
Key requirements
- 1 reference
Location
Region
- Scotland
Who this opportunity will suit
Minimum age
- You must be at least 18 years old to apply
What skills and experience are needed?
- • Lived experience of issues affecting blind and partially sighted people • Be comfortable speaking to different audiences to share your story, or a willingness to try with our support. • Able to communicate effectively. • Have an outgoing, friendly approach to meeting new people.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Unify Giving CIC – UK Based
Unify Giving is building more than just a platform — we’re building a movement around tech for good and social impact. We need a Community Builder to help us connect and grow that movement both inside and outside the organisation.
What you’ll do
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Support our volunteers: keep in touch, share updates, and make sure people feel connected and valued.
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Spot social impact leaders on LinkedIn, Slack, Discord and beyond — and invite them into our Tech for Good Unify Giving channel.
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Grow our community: help us build an online space where people working in social impact and innovation can connect, share, and support each other.
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Create opportunities for conversation: organise community calls, and help set up a podcast with our founder, Matt, interviewing other Tech for Good founders and innovators.
Why this is for you
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A chance to be right at the centre of the UK’s growing Tech for Good community.
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Build your skills in community management, partnerships, and social impact networking.
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Minimum 5–10 hours per week, for at least 3 months.
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A role with variety: part people, part digital, part creativity.
Who we welcome
No age limits, no “perfect CV” required. If you’re passionate about social impact and love bringing people together — online and offline — this could be the challenge for you.
If you’ve ever wanted to build a community from scratch, this is your chance to do it while making real impact.
Connecting donors directly with individuals expriencing homelessness.



Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for someone who shares our values to join us as a Trustee and Manager of our Bursary Programme, funding music lessons for children and young people in Surrey who would not otherwise be able to afford them.
Specific Tasks
- To ensure smooth running of the bursary applications process for recipients, delivery partners and the bursary administrator
- To oversee applications where required, approving invoices and tracking budgets
- To monitor and refine the bursaries criteria and process to ensure the Trust is targeting bursaries effectively
- To work with the Bursary Administrator to assist with individual applications, refer approvals to the board where required, check and approve invoices
- To work with the Treasurer to monitor and report spend against budget
- To work with the Music Education Trustee to ensure that the criteria and process for CKTs bursaries maximises CKT’s impact
- To work with the marketing and communications manager to provide details of bursary recipients for newsletters
- To work with the CKT board and delivery partners (Surrey Arts and other music lesson providers) to identify and implement any process changes
- To work with other partner organisations (Future Talent, AYM) to agree and monitor bursaries offered
- To attend and contribute to board meetings
- To perform such other tasks and activities for CKT as skills and time allow
Skills and experience required
- Good organisational skills,
- Attention to detail,
- Ability to methodically follow, apply and improve standard processes
- Good people skills
- Financial diligence
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