Volunteering

Volunteering? curious? If you are thinking about becoming a volunteer or are looking into the possible benefits to be gained by volunteer opportunities then we hope to answer some questions here. 

• What is a Volunteer?
• What are the Benefits?
• Who can Volunteer?
• What types of voluntary work is available?
• How to Become a volunteer

What is a Volunteer?

Volunteering is usually defined as doing something, without pay and as a matter of choice, for the benefit of individuals or society outside one's own immediate family.

One of the best things about volunteering is that you have a chance to choose what you want to do, where you want to do it and when

Who can Volunteer?

Volunteering welcomes people who are young, old, male, female and from all backgrounds, races and religions. A range of opportunities is available for people of all abilities and disabilities. Whoever you are, there is something for you.What are the Benefits?

Voluntary Work can benefit you in many ways and a few hours of your time is all that is needed. In return you can meet people and make new friends, gain new skills or even qualifications.

What types of voluntary work is available?

Some examples of areas which volunteers are often involved in are: the environment, children, homelessness, sport, mental health, animals, culture and heritage and human rights. This involves volunteers in fundraising, tutoring, shop-work, driving, befriending, counselling, DIY & practical skills, advice work and arts & crafts.

How to Become a volunteer

To become a volunteer you must first register. Visit the How to become a Volunteer section to register your details with us.

To search for current volunteering opportunities visit www.volunteerscotland.org.uk