Why should I volunteer

What do I need to volunteer?

• an open mind
• a little time
• commitment
• want to learn and share

What's in it for me?

• gain personal achievement and satisfaction
• learn new skills
• get valuable experience
• pass on your skills
• know you've improved
  • the lives of local people
  • and/or your community
• meet new people
• make new friends
• have fun
• something to add to your CV
• a way to find out if you'd like to change your career

What is volunteering?

Volunteering is:

• done for no reward (although some expenses may be paid back)
• undertaken voluntarily (nobody makes you do it, you do it in your own time)
• benefits the wider community (a sports coach or time-keeper is a volunteer, a runner isn't)

 Can I volunteer while I'm on benefits?

Read/download the Department of Work and Pensions booklet Volunteering while getting benefits