Volunteer roles in north devon, devon

Have people ever said you're a great listener, or that your calm presence is comforting?

Marie Curie is looking for kind-hearted, everyday people to join our Companion Team as a befriender volunteer within their own local communities across Bournemouth, offering support to those living with a terminal diagnosis.

Make a meaningful difference and visit someone regularly in their home, have a chat, be a friendly face and offer support simply by being there.

What you’ll be doing

• Offer conversation and listen
• Help someone express what truly matters to them
• Pass along helpful information
• Offer kindness and reassurance to family members or carers before and after bereavement

Why you’d be a wonderful fit:

• Patient and a thoughtful listener
• Kind and courteous towards others
• Calm and grounded during sensitive moments
• Happy to give 3 hours a week to make a difference
• Confident using email and completing brief visit notes

What you can expect:

• Encouragement and support every step of the way
• Genuine appreciation for your time
• Travel and expenses reimbursed monthly
• Access to exclusive discounts on retail, travel, entertainment, and more
• Peer Support sessions

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Do you have professional writing skills and would like to use them to support our work? 

What will you be doing?

Willowbrook Farm Charity is looking for a dedicated and skilled Volunteer Bid Writer to support our Operational Director in identifying and applying for grant funding. This is a unique opportunity to use your writing and research skills to directly contribute to building inclusive, nature-based educational opportunities for communities across the UK.

You will work closely with the Operational Director to help:

• Draft and edit funding applications
• Interpret and respond to funder criteria
• Summarise key information within character or word limits
• Help shape compelling, values-driven narratives for our projects
• Join short weekly remote check-ins 

What are we looking for?

• 3+ years of experience with writing, copywriting, research or similar qualification.
• Excellent written English (grammar, clarity, tone)
• Ability to understand and match funders’ priorities
• Skilled at summarising and restructuring complex content
• Experience in bid writing, copywriting, research, or professional writing (or willing to learn how to use your professional writing skills in this area)
• Self-motivated, organised, and collaborative
• Commitment of at least 2–3 hours per week 
• UK-based only (but remote role, so open to any applicants in the UK)

Please note: We do not provide references for volunteers who have been with us for less than four months.

What difference will you make?

What You'll Gain

• Make a real impact: Help raise vital funds to support inclusive environmental education, accessible farming experiences, and biodiversity-focused projects
• Join a passionate and values-led team committed to sustainability, inclusion, and community
• Gain or build experience in the charity and funding sector
• Flexible, fully remote role that fits around your schedule
• Recognition on our website and/or in reports (if desired)

This role is ideal for professional writers, researchers, copywriters, or anyone with strong communication skills looking to use their talents for social good.

Before you apply

Please, check our website first to understand our work and send your application with a CV and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will, unfortunately, not be considered. Thank you! 

Key Responsibilities

 •  Identify and apply for grants and funding opportunities that align with our goals.

 •  Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.

 •  Maintain accurate records of donations, track progress toward goals, and prepare reports for leadership.

Key Skills and Qualifications

 •  Proven experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or nonprofit development.

 •  Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to inspire and engage diverse audiences.

 •  Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

 •  Familiarity with fundraising platforms, CRM systems, and social media marketing is a plus.

Title:  Communications volunteer

Summary

Help us grow and engage our audiences by creating communications materials for us to use externally and across our website, social media, print materials and newsletter, so that we can help support the mental health of more women across Sussex.

Description

Our charity delivers counselling and therapeutic groups for women across Sussex. We are looking for an experienced communications professional to work with to support with all or some of the following:

Communications:

· Help to create a communications plan with the CEO, mapping out key activities and campaigns over the year

Blog:

·         Create helpful mental health blog content for women, using SEO keywords

Outreach:

· Build contacts and reach out to potential press to raise awareness of our organisation

Events:

· Assist with fundraising events and promotion of these from the Brighton 10K run, our Christmas raffle and party.

You will be working with the CEO who will provide our existing brand/style/logo guidelines and brand research/user personas.

What impact will they have?

Your creative output will shape how we present ourselves to our clients and funders. With your help we will be able to continue to reach and support more women across Sussex.

About the volunteer

Description

We are looking for a volunteer who:

· Has experience in creating and writing SEO blog content

· Has the ability to quickly understand the needs of our team / organisation / participants

· Has good communications and organisation skills

· Understands the resource constraints of a small charity and is able to work with these.

Skills

· Marketing and communications

Where and when

Location

Can be fully remote or partly remote if based near Brighton.

Time

Time commitment

· 0-6 hours / week – the role could be an ongoing role

Volunteer availability

Either inside or outside office hours.

Application details

Application instructions: please send published content examples (social, blog or e-newsletter posts) a CV and details of your availability and interest in the role 

Sands is the UK's leading pregnancy and baby loss charity.

We are looking for two individuals to join our Board of Trustees, to help save babies’ lives and support bereaved families. 

The Board is responsible providing strategic oversight and leadership, ensuring that Sands pursues its stated objectives through its vision and mission.Each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience, he or she has to help the Board of Trustees reach sound decisions.

We are looking for trustees who reflect the different communities served by Thirtyone:eight and bring a range of skills and expertise that will assist us in achieving our mission and vision.

We are particularly keen to appoint trustees who are based in, or who have relevant knowledge of operating in, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. 

We welcome applications from all ethnic minority groups and age-groups.

We are specifically looking for trustees with experience in the one or more of the following areas:

• IT
• Fundraising and Campaigning
• Marketing, Communications and PR

Commitment

Trustees currently meet as a full Board four times per year, one of which is in person and includes an overnight stay. The remaining meetings are conducted online and times vary to assist attendance of all members. In addition to full Board meetings, trustees will be strongly encouraged to participate in committees and working groups, which again are held remotely. An invitation is also extended to all trustees to attend an annual team event which includes an overnight stay.

Volunteer Opportunity: Social Media & Content Creator

Help Remix Youth Charity Inspire the Next Generation!!!

Are you a creative soul with a passion for storytelling and social impact?

Do you believe in the power of digital platforms to uplift, connect, and transform lives?

Remix Youth Charity is looking for a Social Media & Content Creator, Volunteer to help us build a bold, vibrant online presence that speaks directly to young Londoners and the people who champion them.

About Remix Youth Charity

We’re a new youth social mobility charity based in London, working with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to boost their skills, experiences, and confidence. Through mentorship, opportunities, and positive role models, we help young people build the life toolbox they need to thrive.

Your Mission

As our Social Media & Content Volunteer, you’ll be the voice of Remix online, crafting engaging posts, sharing inspiring stories, and helping us grow a community that believes in empowerment, inclusion, and transformation.

What You’ll Do

• Create and schedule content across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter).

• Share stories of impact, youth voices, and behind-the-scenes moments.

• Help shape our tone of voice and visual storytelling.

• Collaborate with our graphic designer and team to keep our brand vibrant and consistent.

• Track engagement and help us grow our reach.

What We’re Looking For

• A creative thinker with strong writing and visual communication skills.

• Someone who understands youth culture and digital trends.

• Passion for social justice, youth empowerment, and community building.

• Experience with Canva, Adobe Express, or similar tools (bonus but not essential).

What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us

• A chance to shape the digital identity of a brand new and rising charity.

• Portfolio-worthy work and real-world experience. We'll also throw in a reference.

• Creative freedom and collaboration with a passionate team.

• The joy of knowing your content is changing lives.

Ready to remix the narrative for young people across London?

Let’s build something powerful together—one post, one story, one connection at a time.

Calling All Visionary Graphic Designers!

In the heart of London, a movement is rising - one that refuses to let postcode or circumstance define a young person’s future. We are REMIX, a youth social mobility charity on a mission to "remix young lives" from disadvantaged backgrounds across London, by breaking down barriers and building up belief.

Be the Creative Force Behind a Movement That Transforms Lives!!!

Are you a graphic designer with a passion for purpose?

Do you believe in the power of design to inspire, uplift, and ignite change?

We’re looking for a Volunteer to join our exciting new youth social mobility charity as our Graphic Designer to help us shape the visual heartbeat of our charity. You’ll be the creative mind behind our Brand Guidelines Booklet, a vibrant, youth-friendly, and empowering toolkit that will guide future designers and supporters in keeping our brand consistent, impactful, and full of life.

Why Remix?

At Remix, we walk alongside young people as they journey into adulthood, offering mentorship, opportunities, and a powerful support network of role models who believe in their potential. We’re not just building a brand. We’re building a movement.

What You’ll Do:

• Create a Brand Identity Guide Booklet that reflects our energy, values, and vision.

• Showcase our existing logo with dynamic design principles, colour palettes, typography, and visual assets.

• Help us amplify our message across social media, print, and digital platforms.

• Craft a visual language that speaks directly to young Londoners—and those who champion them.

What We’re Looking For:

• A designer with flair, heart, and a deep belief in social impact.

• Someone who can translate our mission into a bold, cohesive visual identity.

• Experience with brand development, layout design, and youth-focused aesthetics.

• A collaborative spirit ready to co-create with a passionate team.

What You’ll Gain From Volunteering With Us:

• A chance to shape the identity of a rising charity with real impact.

• Portfolio-worthy work that makes a difference. We'll even throw in a reference or statement.

• Creative freedom and meaningful collaboration.

• The joy of knowing your design will empower thousands of young lives.

Ready to remix the future?

Join us in building a brand that doesn’t just look good, it does good. Let’s inspire, empower, and transform—one design at a time.

Get Involved. Shape A Future. Change Young Lives!!!

Are you skilled in email marketing and love creating compelling content?
Join us at Bladder Health UK, the UK’s only charity dedicated to supporting people living with bladder illness. For over 30 years, we’ve provided trusted advice, expert guidance, and emotional support — but we need your help to engage and grow our community through impactful email campaigns and newsletters.

Use Your Creativity to Combat Loneliness with SUNSHINE

We are a brand NEW start-up Charity and WE need YOUR Help!

Loneliness is one of the most painful experiences a person can face. It’s not just about being alone—it’s about feeling invisible. In London, thousands of people are quietly struggling with isolation, and the toll it takes on mental health, confidence, and wellbeing is profound.

SUNSHINE is a brand new, 100% volunteer-run grassroots charity on a mission to change that. We’re building a community of connection, warmth, and hope—and we need a Marketing Manager who can help us shine.

Why This Role Matters

Marketing isn’t just about promotion—it’s about storytelling. It’s about reaching someone who feels forgotten and letting them know they matter. It’s about inspiring volunteers, donors, and communities to rally around a cause that touches every corner of society.

As our Marketing Manager, you’ll be the emotional heartbeat of our outreach. You’ll craft campaigns that stir empathy, ignite action, and build a brand that radiates compassion.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead emotionally impactful marketing strategies across digital and print.

• Create compelling content that highlights the urgency of loneliness and the power of connection.

• Collaborate with graphic designers and programme leads to promote services and recruit volunteers.

• Build SUNSHINE’s presence on social media, job boards, and community platforms.

• Shape our voice and visual identity to reflect hope, dignity, and inclusion.

What You’ll Bring

• A passion for storytelling and social impact.

• Experience in marketing, communications, or branding (professional or volunteer).

• Creativity, empathy, and a strategic mindset.

• A desire to be part of something meaningful from the very beginning.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to build a charity brand that truly matters.

• A community of kind, driven changemakers.

• The joy of knowing your work is helping people feel seen, heard, and loved.

• Experience, purpose, and legacy.

Let’s make loneliness a little less lonely. Let’s be the sunshine.

SUNSHINE

Fostering Connections. Enhancing Wellbeing. Transforming Lives.

Build a Community of Connection with SUNSHINE

We are a brand NEW start-up Charity and WE need YOUR Help!

Loneliness is a quiet crisis. It doesn’t shout—it whispers. It hides behind closed doors, in empty chairs, in the silence of a phone that never rings. In London, thousands of people are facing this reality every day, and the emotional toll is devastating—impacting mental health, physical wellbeing, and the very fabric of our communities.

SUNSHINE is a brand new, 100% volunteer-run grassroots charity on a mission to change that. We’re creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. But to do that, we need a vibrant, empowered volunteer community—and that’s where you come in.

Why This Role Matters

Volunteers are the lifeblood of SUNSHINE. They’re the ones who bring warmth to coffee mornings, compassion to befriending calls, and energy to community events. As our Volunteering Development Manager, you’ll be the architect of this community. You’ll design systems, nurture relationships, and create a culture where every volunteer feels proud, supported, and inspired, feeling the SUNSHINE Experience deep within them that bonds us all as family.

This is more than recruitment—it’s about building belonging.

What You’ll Do

• Develop inclusive, emotionally resonant volunteer pathways.

• Create role descriptions and onboarding processes that reflect SUNSHINE’s values.

• Foster a culture of appreciation, growth, and connection among volunteers.

• Collaborate with programme leads to match volunteers to meaningful roles.

• Help shape the long-term strategy for volunteer engagement and retention.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in volunteer management, HR, or community development (professional or volunteer).

• A deep belief in the power of people to create change.

• Emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit.

• A passion for building inclusive, values-driven spaces.

What You’ll Gain

• The chance to build a volunteer community that transforms lives.

• A role at the heart of a charity that’s rewriting the story of loneliness.

• A team of visionary changemakers who value your voice and leadership.

• Purpose, legacy, and the joy of watching connection bloom.

Let’s build a volunteer community that radiates warmth. Let’s be the sunshine.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Be the SUNSHINE in people’s lives.

Design the Feeling of Belonging. Shape the Look of Hope.

We are a brand NEW start-up Charity and WE need YOUR Help!

SUNSHINE is a new grassroots charity tackling loneliness in London. We’re building spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued—through coffee mornings, digital inclusion, fitness, and befriending programmes. But before anyone walks through our doors, they’ll meet us through a poster, a flyer, a social post.

We’re looking for a Graphic Designer to volunteer some time to help us craft the visual language of SUNSHINE: one that speaks of warmth, dignity, and human connection.

Why This Role Matters

Design is how people feel us before they meet us. As our Graphic Designer, you’ll shape the imagery, colours, and layouts that invite people in—from volunteers and donors to those we serve. You’ll help us build a brand that feels like a hug, a spark, a welcome.

This is a vital role for someone who believes visuals can move hearts—and mobilise action.

What You’ll Do

• Design flyers, posters, social media graphics, and digital assets for campaigns and programmes.

• Develop a cohesive visual identity that reflects our values and mission.

• Collaborate with other volunteers to ensure messaging and design work hand-in-hand.

• Create templates and toolkits that empower volunteers to share SUNSHINE’s story.

• Help us make every visual feel like an invitation to belong.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in graphic design (professional or volunteer), with a portfolio that shows emotional impact.

• A strong sense of visual storytelling and brand cohesion.

• Familiarity with design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).

• A heart for grassroots change and a belief in the power of beauty to uplift.

What You’ll Gain

• A central role in shaping the look and feel of a charity that transforms lives.

• The joy of seeing your designs spark connection, action, and hope.

• A team of visionary changemakers who value your creativity and care.

• Legacy, purpose, and the chance to design something that truly matters.

Let’s design a charity that feels like home. Let’s be the sunshine.

JOIN OUR TEAM

BE THE SUNSHINE IN PEOPLE'S LIVES.

InStudents

A global social enterprise that empowers students in India and beyond to lead local projects, dismantling educational barriers to ensure equitable access to opportunities for all.

We help address:

• Lack of Access: Students in rural and underserved regions lack quality career guidance and opportunities equivalent to their privileged peers.

• Employability Gap: Students from less prestigious universities often struggle to gain the real-world work experience and confidence needed for employment.

• Ineffective Aid: Many top-down educational solutions fail because they lack crucial local context, cultural understanding, and input from the communities they aim to serve.

Solution

We are building a global, student-led movement for educational equity, empowering local leaders to solve local challenges.

• Equal Opportunities Project (EQOP): We deliver free, career-focused courses to students in underserved regions using accessible technology like WhatsApp. The content is co-created with UK university and corporate partners.

• Impact Champions Project: We are establishing a global network of student-led societies on university campuses. Each society identifies and tackles local education issues with our support, creating a sustainable, "locally led, globally connected" model for change.

Brand Associate (Gen Z Marketing)

We are about to launch the Impact Champions Project (ICP), our global initiative to build a network of young people solving education challenges on their university campuses. We don’t just want to announce it; we want to ignite a movement. Your mission is to make ICP the most compelling social impact opportunity for Gen Z. In this role, you will: Architect the Launch: Develop and execute a social media strategy from the ground up to build the ICP brand across platforms where young people live, like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. Create Buzz: Design exciting content (short videos, graphics, stories) that captures the energy of a new global project and inspires the first wave of applicants. Drive Recruitment: Your primary goal is to promote our first global cohort, turning awareness into applications from passionate young leaders around the world. The impact is massive: You will be the architect behind the brand that launches a global network. The content you create will be the reason the founding members of the Impact Champions Project sign up and start making a difference. You will not be alone and will be supported by a group of people who are passionate about the cause.

Minimum Hours per Week

2-3 hours per week

Duration

3-5 months

About ASCO
The Association of Special Constabulary Officers (ASCO) is the nationally recognised professional body representing Special Constables (who are volunteer police officers) across the UK.Our mission is to ensure every Special Constable has a positive, safe and rewarding volunteer career which contributes to improving public safety, trust and confidence in policing. We do this by championing professional development, advocating for civic engagement through Citizens in Policing programmes, and influence decision-making at the highest levels.

Role Overview
We are looking for a creative and proactive Volunteer Communications Support Advisor to help us amplify our voice, engage our members, and showcase the incredible work of Special Constables. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful communications campaigns that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating compelling social media content (graphics, posts, short videos).

• Draft and edit articles, newsletters, and website updates.

• Monitor engagement across digital platforms and suggest improvements.

• Help develop campaigns that celebrate Special Constables and promote key initiatives.

• Support the development of press releases and external communications.

Skills & Attributes

• Passion for communications, media, or marketing.

• Strong writing skills with an eye for engaging storytelling.

• Basic knowledge of social media platforms (LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram).

• Creativity and confidence to bring fresh ideas.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a small but dedicated team.

What You’ll Gain

• Experience in communications and media within a national organisation.

• A chance to support volunteers who give thousands of hours to policing each year.

• Networking opportunities with policing, charity, and government stakeholders.

• Exposure to a national charity operating with national policing and government senior stakeholders.