Volunteer Management

Remote volunteering in the UK: How does it work and how can you get involved?

Remote volunteering in the UK: How does it work and how can you get involved?

Remote volunteering is an evolving and inclusive way to support causes and communities from any location. It uses digital technology to break down geographical barriers, allowing individuals to contribute their volunteering skills and time to organisations worldwide.

Youth work volunteering: What you need to know

Youth work volunteering: What you need to know

Let's explore the essence of being a youth work volunteer, the numerous benefits it offers, and practical steps on how you can become an integral part of this rewarding journey.

The comprehensive guide to volunteering: How to maximise your impact and experience

The comprehensive guide to volunteering: How to maximise your impact and experience

Volunteering is an enriching pathway that offers significant benefits to both the individual and the community. We've put together the following guide so you can maximise your impact as well as your experience.

What is voluntary work?

What is voluntary work?

Let’s explore the multifaceted nature of volunteering, highlighting its significance, diversity, and impact in contemporary society.

Online volunteering: Making an impact wherever you are

Online volunteering: Making an impact wherever you are

Have you ever wished you could make a difference wherever you are in the world? Well, with online volunteering now you can!

Why do people volunteer?

Why do people volunteer?

Let's take a deeper look into why people volunteer, exploring the psychological rewards as well as the societal implications.

What are the different types of volunteering?

What are the different types of volunteering?

For those considering offering their time and skills for the betterment of others, we explore the various types of volunteering, its implications, and the profound effects it can have on both individuals and communities.

What are the benefits of volunteering?

What are the benefits of volunteering?

While the altruistic act of helping others speaks volumes, there's a multitude of benefits that extend beyond the immediate recipient. Let's take a look at the wide-ranging impacts of volunteering.

What is a volunteer?

What is a volunteer?

In this article, we will delve deep into the concept of volunteering, its significance, benefits, and how it fosters positive change in our communities.

How to start a volunteer program

How to start a volunteer program

Are you ready to embark on the rewarding journey of starting your own volunteer program? Let's begin by exploring the concept of volunteer programs and understanding their significance in driving social change.

Building culture and becoming a better leader

Building culture and becoming a better leader

So you may be looking to start a charity or impact organisation... You will need to learn how to build culture and how to lead.

The story of how Matthew Smith started Waffle

The story of how Matthew Smith started Waffle

Microvolunteering - What is it and how does it work?

Microvolunteering - What is it and how does it work?

Microvolunteering involves quick and easy tasks.

First time volunteering part 2

First time volunteering part 2

It feels like a bit of a baptism of fire.

First time volunteering part 1

First time volunteering part 1

I am a mother of 3 and have 2 beautiful granddaughters.

DBS checks for volunteers: An essential safety guide

DBS checks for volunteers: An essential safety guide

A DBS check is a criminal record check that provides information on an individual's criminal history.

Free tech tools for charities looking to supercharge their content and social media

Free tech tools for charities looking to supercharge their content and social media

These tools will help you smash it in your role!

Training for volunteers

Training for volunteers

This guide provides insights into effective methods for training volunteers to ensure they're well-equipped, motivated, and aligned with your organisation's values and goals.

Recruiting volunteers: Key strategies for effective volunteer recruitment

Recruiting volunteers: Key strategies for effective volunteer recruitment

Let's explore some of the best ways to recruit volunteers as well as some innovative volunteer recruitment ideas!

Lunch and Learn - "How to use Social Media including TikTok to promote your volunteer programme" with Ilana Green from Born Social

Lunch and Learn - "How to use Social Media including TikTok to promote your volunteer programme" with Ilana Green from Born Social

In case you missed it, we hosted an insightful session with Ilana Green, a seasoned expert from Born Social, as she shares her expertise on harnessing the power of social media, including TikTok, to effectively promote your volunteer program.

Tips to improve volunteer recruitment

Tips to improve volunteer recruitment

Part of our Lunch and Learn series, this session covers volunteer recruitment with Catherine Rose

The roles of a volunteer

The roles of a volunteer

We explore the roles of a volunteer and delve into the ways in which volunteers can create meaningful change in the world.

Interview questions for volunteers

Interview questions for volunteers

Whether you're considering volunteering or an organisation seeking volunteers, understanding these interview questions will help you make informed decisions and ensure a successful volunteer experience.

How charities can leverage social media, content and Influencers

How charities can leverage social media, content and Influencers

Learn from experts in the field on how to make the best use of social media, content and influencers to boost your exposure

Easy hacks to get volunteers

Easy hacks to get volunteers

Finding volunteers is hard, keeping them is often even harder but in this article, we will keep it simple and focus on the first problem.

What this amazing volunteer learned from 100 days of volunteering

What this amazing volunteer learned from 100 days of volunteering

Most of us likely won’t manage 100 days of volunteering in our lives.

How to grow your corporate volunteer programme

How to grow your corporate volunteer programme

Kicking off our Learn and Learn series with How to grow your corporate volunteer programme.

How charities can build better corporate partnerships

How charities can build better corporate partnerships

Hear this session at the Volunteero Summit 2023 covering how charities can build better corporate partnerships

Volunteero secures additional funding for development as part of the CivTech program

Volunteero secures additional funding for development as part of the CivTech program

This presents an exciting opportunity to further expand our reach across the Scottish non-profit and public sector.

How to include volunteering experience in your CV

How to include volunteering experience in your CV

This section explores the effective utilisation of your volunteering history to enhance your CV’s appeal.

Volunteering Ideas: Top tips for giving back in 2023

Volunteering Ideas: Top tips for giving back in 2023

Have you ever thought of giving back to the community or simply wondered how you could make a difference? Volunteering is the answer. It's more than just an act of kindness; it's a journey that enriches the soul.

Volunteering skills

Volunteering skills

Let's dive into the significance of volunteer skills and how they can be effectively utilised to create meaningful change.

Great charities to volunteer for in the North East

Great charities to volunteer for in the North East

We explore six remarkable organisations and shed light on their work and the volunteering opportunities they provide.

💜 VOLuntines Day 💜 Spread the love on 14th February and volunteer

💜 VOLuntines Day 💜 Spread the love on 14th February and volunteer

This February 14th, let's spread some VOLuntines cheer. 😇

Befriending people living with dementia

Befriending people living with dementia

They will remember how you made them feel.

Tips for befriending volunteers

Tips for befriending volunteers

Befriending someone can be one of the most rewarding volunteering opportunities.