Volunteering Matters
@volunteeringuk.bsky.social
We bring people together through volunteering to tackle some of society’s most complex issues.
England, Wales and Scotland
www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk
England, Wales and Scotland
www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk
What a week. As #iWillWeek ends, the theme of #Joy truly resonates. From premieres to hackathons, spoken word to art trains, podcasts to youth-led action in schools, it's been inspiring. #iWill continues. Support youth-led change. Sign the Charter: www.iwill.org.uk #WhatDoYouStandFor
November 21, 2025 at 12:39 PM
What a week. As #iWillWeek ends, the theme of #Joy truly resonates. From premieres to hackathons, spoken word to art trains, podcasts to youth-led action in schools, it's been inspiring. #iWill continues. Support youth-led change. Sign the Charter: www.iwill.org.uk #WhatDoYouStandFor
#iWillWeek starts with #Truth. Young people are speaking openly and taking action shaped by their values. Our Suffolk hackathons showed this with honest conversations and fresh ideas. Huge thanks to our ambassadors and hosts. Get involved at www.iwill.org.uk
#WhatDoWeStandFor
#WhatDoWeStandFor
November 17, 2025 at 9:49 AM
#iWillWeek starts with #Truth. Young people are speaking openly and taking action shaped by their values. Our Suffolk hackathons showed this with honest conversations and fresh ideas. Huge thanks to our ambassadors and hosts. Get involved at www.iwill.org.uk
#WhatDoWeStandFor
#WhatDoWeStandFor
Fancy lacing up your boots for a festive 4.5k through London?🎄Join #SantaInTheCity 2025 with Volunteering Matters. Run, jog or walk in a Santa suit to raise money for stronger communities. 2–4 Dec, 7pm. £32 entry | £100 fundraising > https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/vmevent/santa-in-the-city/
November 12, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Fancy lacing up your boots for a festive 4.5k through London?🎄Join #SantaInTheCity 2025 with Volunteering Matters. Run, jog or walk in a Santa suit to raise money for stronger communities. 2–4 Dec, 7pm. £32 entry | £100 fundraising > https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/vmevent/santa-in-the-city/
It’s #TrusteesWeek and we’re celebrating the amazing people who guide and support us. We’re recruiting new Trustees to shape the future of volunteering. Zara says: “Trustees come in all different shapes and sizes. It doesn't matter if you have been a trustee before.” www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk
November 6, 2025 at 11:20 AM
It’s #TrusteesWeek and we’re celebrating the amazing people who guide and support us. We’re recruiting new Trustees to shape the future of volunteering. Zara says: “Trustees come in all different shapes and sizes. It doesn't matter if you have been a trustee before.” www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk
#iWill Week (17–21 Nov) is nearly here and we’re proud to stand with young people leading change. This year we ask: what do you stand for?
We’re celebrating youth social action and hosting hackathons across Suffolk.
Get involved > www.iwill.org.uk
#iWillWeek #WhatDoYouStandFor #PowerOfYouth
We’re celebrating youth social action and hosting hackathons across Suffolk.
Get involved > www.iwill.org.uk
#iWillWeek #WhatDoYouStandFor #PowerOfYouth
November 3, 2025 at 12:36 PM
#iWill Week (17–21 Nov) is nearly here and we’re proud to stand with young people leading change. This year we ask: what do you stand for?
We’re celebrating youth social action and hosting hackathons across Suffolk.
Get involved > www.iwill.org.uk
#iWillWeek #WhatDoYouStandFor #PowerOfYouth
We’re celebrating youth social action and hosting hackathons across Suffolk.
Get involved > www.iwill.org.uk
#iWillWeek #WhatDoYouStandFor #PowerOfYouth
We’re proud to share that our Family Mentors in Southend have received the High Sheriff of Essex Award! This recognition celebrates the everyday care, commitment and kindness our volunteers bring to local families. Discover the power of mentoring: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/mentoring
October 31, 2025 at 11:52 AM
We’re proud to share that our Family Mentors in Southend have received the High Sheriff of Essex Award! This recognition celebrates the everyday care, commitment and kindness our volunteers bring to local families. Discover the power of mentoring: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/mentoring
To mark our new strategy, we're celebrating Colin – a volunteer of 25+ years whose journey shows the true power of volunteering.
💬 “It’s about making sure no one feels forgotten.”
Read more: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/celebrating-colin/
#VolunteeringMatters #PowerOfVolunteering
💬 “It’s about making sure no one feels forgotten.”
Read more: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/celebrating-colin/
#VolunteeringMatters #PowerOfVolunteering
October 27, 2025 at 1:04 PM
To mark our new strategy, we're celebrating Colin – a volunteer of 25+ years whose journey shows the true power of volunteering.
💬 “It’s about making sure no one feels forgotten.”
Read more: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/celebrating-colin/
#VolunteeringMatters #PowerOfVolunteering
💬 “It’s about making sure no one feels forgotten.”
Read more: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/celebrating-colin/
#VolunteeringMatters #PowerOfVolunteering
19 National Grid volunteers transformed a village school's 'Forest School' in one day. No caretaker? No problem. They brought tools, left them behind and got a school song in return. Community action at its best. Find out more www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/employee-volunteering #PowerOfVolunteering
October 23, 2025 at 2:53 PM
19 National Grid volunteers transformed a village school's 'Forest School' in one day. No caretaker? No problem. They brought tools, left them behind and got a school song in return. Community action at its best. Find out more www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/employee-volunteering #PowerOfVolunteering
We’ve launched our new strategy for 2025–2030! Amanda Naylor OBE, our Chief Exec, shares what it means for the future of volunteering. Read more: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/this-is-just-the-beginning-launching-our-new-strategy/
#PowerOfVolunteering #SocialAction
#PowerOfVolunteering #SocialAction
October 22, 2025 at 10:36 AM
We’ve launched our new strategy for 2025–2030! Amanda Naylor OBE, our Chief Exec, shares what it means for the future of volunteering. Read more: https://volunteeringmatters.org.uk/this-is-just-the-beginning-launching-our-new-strategy/
#PowerOfVolunteering #SocialAction
#PowerOfVolunteering #SocialAction
Today marks a milestone for Volunteering Matters. Our new five year strategy is here. Shaped by staff volunteers partners and communities it sets out a bold vision for change. Rooted in social justice and powered by people. Find out more at www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/strategy
October 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Today marks a milestone for Volunteering Matters. Our new five year strategy is here. Shaped by staff volunteers partners and communities it sets out a bold vision for change. Rooted in social justice and powered by people. Find out more at www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/strategy
Proud to see #iWill Ambassadors Mama and Folusho join Volunteering Matters at CINGO in Strasbourg, representing UK civil society. At the BRIDGE Summit with Volonteurope they championed youth leadership and equity. Thank you both for your powerful voices.
#PowerOfYouth #SocialAction
#PowerOfYouth #SocialAction
October 16, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Proud to see #iWill Ambassadors Mama and Folusho join Volunteering Matters at CINGO in Strasbourg, representing UK civil society. At the BRIDGE Summit with Volonteurope they championed youth leadership and equity. Thank you both for your powerful voices.
#PowerOfYouth #SocialAction
#PowerOfYouth #SocialAction
Today is World Mental Health Day. This year, we’re highlighting something simple but powerful: volunteering and social action.
Take a step for your wellbeing. Find a way to get involved at www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25 #MentalHealth
Take a step for your wellbeing. Find a way to get involved at www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25 #MentalHealth
October 10, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Today is World Mental Health Day. This year, we’re highlighting something simple but powerful: volunteering and social action.
Take a step for your wellbeing. Find a way to get involved at www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25 #MentalHealth
Take a step for your wellbeing. Find a way to get involved at www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25 #MentalHealth
Once a month the men of Sporting Chance meet in Billingham for Tea & Talk. We heard from Cleveland Carving Club & learned more about woodcarving, a great mix of new skills, stories & good company. Find out more about building healthier communities > www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/projects #Stockton
October 7, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Once a month the men of Sporting Chance meet in Billingham for Tea & Talk. We heard from Cleveland Carving Club & learned more about woodcarving, a great mix of new skills, stories & good company. Find out more about building healthier communities > www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/projects #Stockton
Today is #InternationalOlderPeopleDay Through RSVP, people aged 50+ share their skills, energy and passion to support communities — from driving schemes to befriending, schools & crafts. Thank you to all our older volunteers for leading change.
www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/rsvp
#OlderPeopleDay
www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/rsvp
#OlderPeopleDay
October 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Today is #InternationalOlderPeopleDay Through RSVP, people aged 50+ share their skills, energy and passion to support communities — from driving schemes to befriending, schools & crafts. Thank you to all our older volunteers for leading change.
www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/rsvp
#OlderPeopleDay
www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk/rsvp
#OlderPeopleDay
Friendly support with emails, WhatsApp, Spotify and more
💬 “Tenants enjoy learning new things and the social impact... we hope to continue for many more years” – Shehenaz, Lavender House
🔗 Find out more on our website > www.volunteeringmatt...
💬 “Tenants enjoy learning new things and the social impact... we hope to continue for many more years” – Shehenaz, Lavender House
🔗 Find out more on our website > www.volunteeringmatt...
September 4, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Friendly support with emails, WhatsApp, Spotify and more
💬 “Tenants enjoy learning new things and the social impact... we hope to continue for many more years” – Shehenaz, Lavender House
🔗 Find out more on our website > www.volunteeringmatt...
💬 “Tenants enjoy learning new things and the social impact... we hope to continue for many more years” – Shehenaz, Lavender House
🔗 Find out more on our website > www.volunteeringmatt...
Building stronger communities since 1962
We’re Volunteering Matters. For over 60 years we have harnessed the power of volunteering and social action to tackle challenges, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
Find out more and join with us on our journey at www.volunteeringmatt...
We’re Volunteering Matters. For over 60 years we have harnessed the power of volunteering and social action to tackle challenges, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
Find out more and join with us on our journey at www.volunteeringmatt...
September 1, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Building stronger communities since 1962
We’re Volunteering Matters. For over 60 years we have harnessed the power of volunteering and social action to tackle challenges, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
Find out more and join with us on our journey at www.volunteeringmatt...
We’re Volunteering Matters. For over 60 years we have harnessed the power of volunteering and social action to tackle challenges, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
Find out more and join with us on our journey at www.volunteeringmatt...
At Volunteering Matters, we know that mentoring has the power to transform lives. A trusted, consistent relationship can build confidence, open doors and help people take their next steps. This month we’re shining a light on the incredible value of mentoring. #MentoringMatters
July 1, 2025 at 11:56 AM
At Volunteering Matters, we know that mentoring has the power to transform lives. A trusted, consistent relationship can build confidence, open doors and help people take their next steps. This month we’re shining a light on the incredible value of mentoring. #MentoringMatters
This #RefugeeWeek we’re celebrating #CommunityAsASuperpower. The strength in everyday kindness and connection. Keshav’s Grandmentor helped him settle in London, apply for uni and build a new future. Find out more at volunteeringmatters.org.uk/grandmentors
#SimpleActs #Volunteering
#SimpleActs #Volunteering
June 18, 2025 at 8:50 AM
This #RefugeeWeek we’re celebrating #CommunityAsASuperpower. The strength in everyday kindness and connection. Keshav’s Grandmentor helped him settle in London, apply for uni and build a new future. Find out more at volunteeringmatters.org.uk/grandmentors
#SimpleActs #Volunteering
#SimpleActs #Volunteering
Happy #PowerOfYouthDay. We are proud to be delivery partners for the #iWill Movement and to have signed the Power of Youth Charter. #WeSeeYourPower, is a call to recognise young people’s skills, listen to their needs and support their leadership. Sign the Charter at www.iwill.org.uk.
June 3, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Happy #PowerOfYouthDay. We are proud to be delivery partners for the #iWill Movement and to have signed the Power of Youth Charter. #WeSeeYourPower, is a call to recognise young people’s skills, listen to their needs and support their leadership. Sign the Charter at www.iwill.org.uk.
Thank you to all our amazing volunteers. We’re proud to support #VolunteersWeek, the perfect moment to celebrate you. In 2024, 10,690 of you gave your time across 117 projects in communities across the UK. You reduce isolation, build skills & bring people together. Bring on the next year!!
June 2, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Thank you to all our amazing volunteers. We’re proud to support #VolunteersWeek, the perfect moment to celebrate you. In 2024, 10,690 of you gave your time across 117 projects in communities across the UK. You reduce isolation, build skills & bring people together. Bring on the next year!!
Volunteering Matters welcomes £2.4 million boost to amplify young voices and drive youth-led community action.
"This isn’t just an investment in programmes. It’s an investment in systemic change" says Amanda Naylor, Chief Executive of Volunteering Matters > bit.ly/4jUX7NF #DeliverYou
"This isn’t just an investment in programmes. It’s an investment in systemic change" says Amanda Naylor, Chief Executive of Volunteering Matters > bit.ly/4jUX7NF #DeliverYou
May 16, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Volunteering Matters welcomes £2.4 million boost to amplify young voices and drive youth-led community action.
"This isn’t just an investment in programmes. It’s an investment in systemic change" says Amanda Naylor, Chief Executive of Volunteering Matters > bit.ly/4jUX7NF #DeliverYou
"This isn’t just an investment in programmes. It’s an investment in systemic change" says Amanda Naylor, Chief Executive of Volunteering Matters > bit.ly/4jUX7NF #DeliverYou
We’re proud our Stockton-on-Tees Volunteer Driver Service has been recognised with a Dementia Friendly Award by Stockton Council. One volunteer, Alastair, shared how the service gave him a new sense of purpose after retirement.
Find out more: volunteeringmatters.org.uk/stockton-dri...
Find out more: volunteeringmatters.org.uk/stockton-dri...
May 13, 2025 at 2:36 PM
We’re proud our Stockton-on-Tees Volunteer Driver Service has been recognised with a Dementia Friendly Award by Stockton Council. One volunteer, Alastair, shared how the service gave him a new sense of purpose after retirement.
Find out more: volunteeringmatters.org.uk/stockton-dri...
Find out more: volunteeringmatters.org.uk/stockton-dri...
It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! Volunteering boosts wellbeing — for those we support and our volunteers. From lunch clubs to craft groups, community connects us. Here are 10 ways to feel better & do good > hhttps://bit.ly/3EWkR4U
#ThisIsMyCommunity #PowerOfVolunteering
#ThisIsMyCommunity #PowerOfVolunteering
May 12, 2025 at 8:45 AM
It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! Volunteering boosts wellbeing — for those we support and our volunteers. From lunch clubs to craft groups, community connects us. Here are 10 ways to feel better & do good > hhttps://bit.ly/3EWkR4U
#ThisIsMyCommunity #PowerOfVolunteering
#ThisIsMyCommunity #PowerOfVolunteering
We believe in local leadership. From young people to RSVP volunteers, we're backing communities to lead change through volunteering. This month, we’re spotlighting the projects building leaders across the UK #VolunteeringMatters #LocalLeadership
May 1, 2025 at 9:56 AM
We believe in local leadership. From young people to RSVP volunteers, we're backing communities to lead change through volunteering. This month, we’re spotlighting the projects building leaders across the UK #VolunteeringMatters #LocalLeadership
We’re proud to be supporting Volunteers’ Week this coming June. From Monday 2 to Sunday 8 June, we join communities and organisations across the country in celebrating the incredible contribution of volunteers. Got plans for #VolunteersWeek? Let us know what you’re up to!
April 28, 2025 at 10:41 AM
We’re proud to be supporting Volunteers’ Week this coming June. From Monday 2 to Sunday 8 June, we join communities and organisations across the country in celebrating the incredible contribution of volunteers. Got plans for #VolunteersWeek? Let us know what you’re up to!