It is International Volunteering Day today, where we all say a big THANK YOU to the amazing people like you who give their time to help charities.
To celebrate, we've rounded up the top ten volunteering opportunities currently on Charity Choice.
Volunteering is a great chance to gain new skills, new friends, and new experiences, while also helping out your favourite cause – so why not give it a try and register as a volunteer on Charity Choice today!
1. Wood you?
Under the Bridge is looking for furniture restorers, removalists, and shop assistants to help at their workshop, where vulnerable adults learn woodwork skills. Find out more
2. hablas español? Volunteer in Latin America!
Volunteer at a shelter in Latin America, helping transform the lives of street children. You will need a good level of spoken and written Spanish, and should be available for at least 6 months. Find out more
3. Look after injured wildlife!
The Wildlife Aid Foundation is looking for a general assistant to help clean and feed animals at the centre - cuddles are additional! The charity is also looking for a receptionist. Find out more
4. Shake it!
The Disabled Challengers are serious about fun for disabled young children and young people. On the 14th and 21st December they’ll be holding Christmas collections, can you help? Find out more
5. Get your skates on!
Use your marketing or social media skills to help Rolladome all Skate make a difference to young people’s lives. Find out more
6. Cook up a storm!
The Family Haven helps vulnerable families to a brighter future. Could you don an apron and help out in the kitchen preparing family meals? Find out more
7. Grow your own!
Don’t have a garden but want to grow your own veg? Edinburgh Garden Partners offer garden shares, giving you the chance to dig in and get to know people in your local community. Find out more
8. Go on an adventure!
Join the Manchester Young Lives charity as an adventure volunteer and help children to play in a fun and exciting environment. Volunteers will receive training in first aid and child protection. Find out more
9. Make a snap decision!
If you’re a budding photographer or film-maker, you could help visualise the work of the Shiva Trust. Find out more
10. Baby you can drive their car!
Choysez are always looking for volunteer drivers to transport the disadvantaged young people they help to and from their centre. Could you take the wheel? Find out more
Find out more about volunteering on Charity Choice!
