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Covid-19 Volunteer Recruitment Paused
We're sorry - we have temporarily paused volunteer recruitment. We have had a fantastic response with over 900 volunteers registering to help.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering. Â We are sorry we cannot find a role or activity for you at the moment.
In the longer term, local charities will need your help more than ever. Please keep checking in as we move into the Recovery Phase and we can open up more volunteer roles and activities.
Whilst you are waiting, why not check out our section on More Ways to Help.
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My ethos has always been to serve. The reward you get from helping people matches no other feeling, It’s good to give back.
Samuel – Volunteer from Merstham
What sticks in your mind are the occasional moments where you say or do something which seems very ordinary or mundane, and the other person involved is incredibly pleased and grateful. You suddenly realise that, without thinking about it, you are making a difference to people.
Richard – Volunteer in Reigate & Banstead
The people I met during my volunteering were all really lovely, and I enjoyed our chats.  You can work around any other commitments you may have, and it’s really rewarding.
Loraine – Volunteer in Horley
96% of volunteers say they are very or fairly satisfied with their volunteering.
Time Well Spent Report, NCVO 2019