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Teenage Cancer Trust

Barburrito branches Children’s activity volunteer (face painter, balloon modelling, glitter tattoo artist etc.)

When: Fundraising days will be held at Barburrito branches between 29th July – 2nd September (flexible on dates for t...

Digital Literacy & IT Skills Fundraising & Grant Writing Goal Setting & Aiming High Leadership & Management Listening & Communication Networking & Relationship Building Project Management & Organization Resilience & Staying Positive Teamwork & Collaboration Arts & Culture Education Human Rights International Aid Military & Veterans
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Bylines Network

Writer

Researching and writing news articles, features, reviews or interviews. Working with editors to refine them. Engaging...

Creativity & Innovation Data Analysis & Research Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Goal Setting & Aiming High Listening & Communication Networking & Relationship Building Problem Solving & Critical Thinking Project Management & Organization Teamwork & Collaboration Animal Welfare Arts & Culture Civic Engagement Community Support Disability Inclusion Education Elderly Care Employment & Skills Environment Gender Equality Health & Well-being Homelessness & Poverty Human Rights LGBTQ+ Support Mental Health Refugee Support Rehabilitation Services
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Make a Smile Oxford

Make a Smile Character

Our volunteers bring storybook characters to life through dress-up and acting to bring magic to the children we visit...

Creativity & Innovation Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Listening & Communication Teamwork & Collaboration Arts & Culture Community Support Disability Inclusion Family Support Health & Well-being
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Teenage Cancer Trust

Great North Run Cheering Squad Volunteer

This is your chance to cheer, whoop and clap along our amazing team of Teenage Cancer Trust runners at the Great Nort...

Creativity & Innovation Data Analysis & Research Digital Literacy & IT Skills Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Entrepreneurship Goal Setting & Aiming High Problem Solving & Critical Thinking Resilience & Staying Positive Arts & Culture Community Support Elderly Care Employment & Skills Human Rights International Aid Justice & Legal Services Refugee Support
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The Maypole Project

Youth Club Volunteer

Youth Club Volunteers assist the Activities Lead to deliver our youth club for young people with complex medical need...

Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Goal Setting & Aiming High Leadership & Management Listening & Communication Networking & Relationship Building Problem Solving & Critical Thinking Public Speaking & Presenting Arts & Culture Civic Engagement Community Support Gender Equality Human Rights LGBTQ+ Support Military & Veterans
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Teenage Cancer Trust

Great North Run Volunteer Photographer

We’re recruiting a volunteer photographer for the Great North Run, and we want to be able to give supporters and part...

Digital Literacy & IT Skills Public Speaking & Presenting Arts & Culture Business Support & Consulting Civic Engagement Employment & Skills Health & Well-being Human Rights International Aid Mental Health
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Organisations offering arts & culture volunteering opportunities.

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Abbey Community Centre

Abbey Community Centre is a multiple award-winning small community charity located in Kilburn, North West London, hel...

11 opportunities

Canterbury Oast Trust

Supporting me to live my life

COT are a charity supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism through providing accommodation services, t...

2 opportunities

Bylines Network

We are a nonprofit publisher using citizen journalism to fill gaps in local news, build community, strengthen democra...

1 opportunity

St Dunstan's College

St Dunstan's College is an co-educational, independent school located in Catford, south London. St Dunstan's is an am...

2 opportunities

Two Temple Place

Two Temple Place is a spectacular neo-gothic mansion in the heart of central London. The building is transformed into...

1 opportunity

Tamil Learning Centre crawley

No one is alone in this world

Tamil Learning Centre Crawley provides all communities in Crawley and its surrounding area to learn to speak, read an...

3 opportunities
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Miracle Theatre

Miracle Theatre is Cornwall’s longest running and most prolific touring company, visiting unique places and spac...

1 opportunity

Southwark Libraries & Heritage Service

The London Borough of Southwark, home to some of London's most iconic landmarks, has a rich historical legacy, includ...

1 opportunity

Treviglas Academy

Stay closer go further!

We are a competitive 6th form centre, in the coastal town of Newquay offering level 3 educational experiences in a va...

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Royal Air Force Museum

Our purpose is to tell the story of the Royal Air Force through its people and collections. For our visitors, we...

24 opportunities

Move Momentum

We believe that dance is for everyone. We strive to make this a reality.

Move Momentum is an award-winning local charity based in Winchester, Hampshire that aims to make dance accessible to ...

0 opportunities

Bournemouth Gateway Club Ltd

A social, leisure and learning community for adults with learning disabilities and related conditions

We are a social and activities club for adults 18+ with learning or related disabilites.We aim to provide;a place to ...

5 opportunities

The William Morris Society

The William Morris Society aims to perpetuate the memory of one of the greatest men of the Victorian age. The life, w...

1 opportunity

National Portrait Gallery

The National Portrait Gallery is home to the largest collection of portraits in the world and celebrates the lives an...

17 opportunities

Powered By CAN

Powered by CAN is a twenty-first century youth organisation without walls. We support people aged under 35 in the Bla...

2 opportunities

TLDM Ltd

Talk Less Do More.

We are a Social Enterprise dedicated to address critical common issues amongst young people ages 11-16 within the UK....

1 opportunity

Doorstep Library

Words Take You Places

Doorstep Library is a community-focused charity dedicated to bringing the magic of books and the joy of reading direc...

7 opportunities

Unseen Tours

Unseen Tours is a non-for-profit social enterprise, supporting vulnerable individuals with lived experience of homele...

3 opportunities

Healthy Living Centre Dartford

To reduce health inequalities and improve health and wellbeing in Dartford

Our mission is to reduce health inequalities and improve health and wellbeing in our local community in Dartford.&nbs...

1 opportunity

SeeAbility

SeeAbility is a UK charity supporting people with sight loss and multiple disabilities. We provide specialist support...

5 opportunities
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Revive Suffolk CIC

Reviving Souls and Soils

1 opportunity

Devon Community Foundation - Devon

Tackling inequality, strengthening communities.

0 opportunities

Culture Leicestershire

Creating space to spark imagination, celebrate communities and enhance wellbeing.

Culture Leicestershire Leicestershire County Council’s Library, Collections and Learning, Heritage and Cultural Parti...

1 opportunity

African Community School

The African Community School’s vision is for a city in which everyone is fulfilling their potential, free from povert...

1 opportunity

Black Country Living Museum

Black Country Living Museum is an award-winning open air museum that tells the story of one of the very first industr...

0 opportunities

Hire Purpose

Recruitment for a brighter future

1 opportunity

Two Temple Place

Two Temple Place is a magnificent neo-Tudor gem in central London, built in 1895 for William Waldorf Astor. In 2011 w...

1 opportunity

Make a Smile Oxford

We believe that all children deserve a childhood and understand that illness or disability can make this very difficu...

4 opportunities

W. W. Winter Heritage Trust

0 opportunities

Tees Valley Museums

Tees Valley Museums Consortium consists of the museum services of Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbr...

1 opportunity

Theatre Troupe

Life-changing theatre, with amazing young people

Theatre Troupe works with children and young people with complex mental health problems as a result of adverse childh...

1 opportunity

School of African Languages

Learn the language of your loved ones

To be the key player in the delivery of African languages globally, preserving African languages and cultures, reconn...

0 opportunities

Belper Strutt's Mill

Join our award winning team

The Belper North Mill Trust is a registered charity founded in 1998 with the mission to educate the public about the ...

0 opportunities

Neurohive CIC

Providing safe and inclusive places for neurodivergent young people

Neurohive CIC is a community-focused organisation that supports neurodivergent children and young people through crea...

4 opportunities

Mighty Girls CIC

Growing confidence, raising expectations and amplifying voices for girls

Our vision is for a future where all girls are safe, valued and ready to lead.Mighty Girls exists to raise expectatio...

1 opportunity

Asist

Advocacy and Independent Visiting Services

Asist provides:* specialist independent advocacy support focused on one-to-one, issue-based advocacy for people with ...

5 opportunities
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Test Organisation

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St George the Martyr

1 opportunity

Supporting Humanity

Supporting wellbeing through compassion, connection and community care.

Supporting Humanity is a UK registered charity founded in 2021, focused on mental health, bereavement and community w...

0 opportunities
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Volunteer of the Month: January 2016

This month’s star is an inspiring volunteer, recognized for his outstanding contributions as a Cashpointer. Nominated by our team at Vinspired, thi...

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Volunteer of the Month - February

Celebrating Remarkable Campaign Volunteering This February, we are thrilled to recognize an outstanding volunteer, Sophie Lees. Nominated by West ...

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Fundraising Week - Ambassador’s Vlog

Discover the Insights from Fundraising Week with Vinspired Ambassadors Vinspired Ambassadors had the incredible opportunity to attend Fundraising ...

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Volunteer of the Month - May 2016

We’re excited to announce this month’s superstar volunteer! Nominated for his outstanding volunteering efforts, this individual has showcased rema...

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Is Volunteering the Answer to Career Challenges? An Insight from Volunteers’ Week 2016 Volunteers’ Week 2016 highlighted a pressing issue for youn...

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Make a Difference with Pride

In the wake of the tragic shootings in Orlando, Florida, people across the globe have united to honor the lives of those affected within the LGBTQ+...

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Unity, Love, and Glitter: vInspired at Pride Celebrating Diversity and Empowerment at Pride 2016 vInspired proudly marched at Pride 2016, and it ...

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The 7 Types of Volunteers

Volunteering offers a diverse range of opportunities that cater to different skills and interests. From supporting local communities to offering a ...

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It Only Takes 5 Words to Know Why You Should Volunteer Volunteering is more than just a noble pursuit; it’s a transformative experience that can e...

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October’s Volunteer Superhero

This month, we celebrate an inspiring individual whose dedication to volunteering has made a remarkable impact. Our Volunteer Superhero for October...

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Want to Improve the World? Become a Young Trustee Discover the Power of Volunteering for Young People In celebration of Trustee Week, we delve in...

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10 Ways to Volunteer this Christmas

As the festive season approaches, the spirit of giving takes center stage. This Christmas, why not extend that generosity to those in need by volun...

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Let’s Make 2017 the Year of Positivity When you look back on 2016, what do you remember? The loss of influential celebrities, or perhaps the signi...

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January’s Volunteer Superhero

This month’s Volunteer Superhero is a life-affirming, costume-wearing, and record-breaking superstar. Inspired by her grandmother’s hearing loss, s...

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Carrell and the Coffee Slobs: A Short Story on the Power of Volunteering Volunteering is a transformative experience that brings people together a...

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A Poem About a World of Volunteers

Imagine a World Where Everyone Volunteers Have you ever read a poem about volunteering? If not, you’re in for a treat. Experience a poetic vision ...

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Discover the Wonders of Volunteering

In today’s challenging economic climate, young people are increasingly seeking ways to gain new skills while giving back to their communities. For ...

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How Volunteering Saved My Life

At 11 AM this morning, I delivered a lecture to local students, sharing my journey and my untold story—a story I’ve kept to myself for almost 12 ye...

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Write a CV: 10 Steps to Getting a Job Creating an effective CV is essential for anyone looking to gain work experience or advance in their career....

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Gaining Skills and Experience: 10 Steps to Getting a Job So you’ve finished studying, and it’s time to embark on the career journey. You’ve been p...

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How to Make New Friends

‘There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship’ – Thomas Aquinas. Creating new friendships can sometimes seem like a mount...

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Why Volunteer?

Discover the Motivation and Top Reasons to Get Involved Are you considering volunteering but unsure where to start or what’s in it for you? Whethe...

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Why 2026 is YOUR Year?

Let’s be honest. When you’re up early on a rainy Saturday morning, heading out to help at a shelter in Manchester, or supporting a community event ...

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Meet November’s Volunteer Superhero

Meet Eleanor R., a skydiving, awareness-raising superstar who continues to inspire those around her by stepping out of her comfort zone. Eleanor’s ...

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10 Ways to Fundraise with a Friend

Volunteering isn’t just about making a difference; it’s also about having fun. Whether you’re singing along to your favorite tunes or engaging in a...

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Volunteer of the Month - June

Volunteer of the Month - June 67492 Jan Flisek-Boyle Rand has won June’s Volunteer of the Month. Rand ran the highly successful Cashpoint&nbs...

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The A to Z of politics - a handy guide

The A to Z of politics - a handy guide Don’t know the different between a ballot and a bill? Wondering why everyone at the party is trying to get a...

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What to do if you get a bad Christmas present – The Foolproof Guide We’ve all been there. It’s the festive season, a time for giving and goodwill....

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Dan’s SOG Isle of Wight Blog: Sunday

The final day of the Isle of Wight Festival 2010 marked a vibrant culmination of the Summer of Give initiative. As the festival unfolded, attendees...

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Claire and Fliss’s Isle of Wight SOG Blog: Friday For those who think today is just about the start of the World Cup, think again! Today marks the...

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BAD Jemima!

BAD Jemima! Right folks, It got to Friday afternoon last week and I was on my merry way to sunny Wales in time to see Mam for the godforsaken Mothe...

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Do good from your desk

Do good from your desk Lent, for some, is typically a time to give up a vice or do good with money or time. Here we have compiled a list of little...

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Click to Give Food to Those in Need

Are you eager to make a difference without stepping out of your home or spending a dime? Discover simple ways to contribute to impactful causes lik...

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Helping Haiti

Helping Haiti Recent news has been dominated with the story of the Haitian earthquake. Hitting on 13th January, it is predicted that more than 100...

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5 easy steps for meeting new people

5 easy steps for meeting new people Our Team v leaders know what to do at scary networking events. Facing a room full of people you don’t know can ...

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Why Do You Volunteer?

Volunteering during the festive season is a rewarding experience. Like thousands of others, I dedicated my time over Christmas and found it incredi...

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Share Your Tips About Evaluation

Evaluating volunteer projects is a crucial aspect of ensuring effective impact and continuous improvement. At Vinspired, we believe in sharing know...

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Have a good week!

Have a good week! This week, we’re calling on everyone to get involved in a global celebration of good! Here at vInspired, we're delighted t...

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4Music and Vinspired Take Care of Summer

We’ve taken care of Christmas, now let’s Take Care of Summer! Working with our partner, 4Music, the UK’s number one music TV channel, and organi...

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Youth Advisory Board: Working on Teamv

Youth Advisory Board: Working on Teamv “Great customer experiences start with listening to the customer to learn, instead of talking to the cus...

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Tune in to vInspired Live! Didn’t snap up a ticket to vInspired Live? Grab the popcorn and tune in online! You applied for tickets to the event o...

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Fridayyyy!

Fridayyyy! Agh what a beeeeautiful sunny day it is and what a beautiful sunny weekend it is set to be! I am uber excited about potential park picni...

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Goodbyes and Hellos!

Afternoon all, vJemima here! Not to start on a somber note, but it is indeed a sad day, folks! You might be wondering why. Well, my dear blog rea...

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Watch The Big Fix Live On itv.com!

The Big Fix, a dynamic initiative powered by Vinspired in collaboration with ITV, is set to light up London with a spectacular live TV show. Mark y...

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A Year in Beta: Embracing Volunteering Technology Technology is rapidly evolving, and at Vinspired, we’ve embraced this change to enhance voluntee...

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