Change how people age in Hackney
According to statistics from Age UK, it’s estimated there are 30,600 over-60s living in Hackney – around 11% of Hackney’s population. That’s why Age UK’s work supporting older people with services such as day centres and telephone befrienders is so vital to the community. Become a Volunteer Administrator/Receptionist to support this cause, and develop teamwork and admin skills.
Help end homelessness
Showcase new and pre-loved clothing online as an E-Commerce Volunteer with Crisis UK, the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. Duties include checking in products at the warehouse, steaming garments and listing items on internal IT systems. If you consider yourself a fabulous fashionista, you’ll be a great match for the role.
Leap into action with this acrobatic theatre organisation
Think the creative arts are flipping marvellous? Join Mimbre as a trustee. The company stages acrobatic theatre productions and classes, and needs someone to provide advice, networking and support in areas such as fundraising, academic research, and theatre.
Welcome young refugees and asylum seekers to Hackney
Give someone a warm welcome to Hackney as a Volunteer Mentor for Young Refugees with Breadwinners. You’ll support and guide people in sessions exploring goals and employability, while building a unique bond with someone. Perfect for those targeting a career in social causes.
Become Chair for Board of Trustees at ecoACTIVE Education
Inspire the next generation to create a better planet as ecoACTIVE Education’s Chair for Board of Trustees. Tasks range from directing the organisation’s strategy to ensuring financial health. It’s a perfect role for eco-minded individuals with a background or interest in charity work. Wondering what it’s like to be a trustee at a charity? Find out what our trustees said.
Unite Hackney through fundraising
Anyone keen to build communities in Hackney should check out this Community Fundraising Volunteer with Unity Support Network. You’ll be a confident self-starter with excellent people skills, and you’ll generate funds for initiatives such as arts and crafts sessions and youth clubs.
Sail into your next volunteering role!
Reckon you could take to sailing like a duck to water? Apply for this Sailing Support Volunteers with Tideway Sailability to help teach people to sail, all while enjoying the great outdoors and meeting new people. No sailing experience is required – you’ll receive full training once you start.
Hackney volunteering roles with Together Better
Come on board at Lower Clapton GP Practice
Be part of our award-winning Together Better service as a General Volunteer. Duties involve attending outreach events to promote activities, and chatting with other local residents about the benefits of the service. Don’t just take our word for it – read about how much Helen loved volunteering with Together Better.
Chat with locals over a coffee
If you love a natter over a brew, you’ll be right at home as a Coffee Morning Volunteer. You’ll help stage our Together Better coffee mornings, chatting with guests, setting up and clearing away. Be part of something which brings the community together.
Walk this way for fun and new friends in Hackney
Help people in Hackney improve their fitness and boost social connections as a Walking Group Leader. Responsibilities include leading walks, maintaining suitable pace for slower walkers, and taking service users on a different kind of journey with stories about Hackney! As such, local knowledge is a bonus.
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