Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People

Are you looking for a flexible volunteering role, which still makes a real difference? Rainbows supports around 750 babies, children and young people, throughout the East Midlands, each year; but the annual statutory funding we receive would only keep Rainbows open for 7 weeks. Therefore, our Com...

Every year hundreds of people run, abseil, skydive and eat cake, to raise funds to help Rainbows care for babies, children, young people and their families across the East Midlands. Behind them are a team of dedicated Event Volunteers who are vital in ensuring our events run smoothly.

At Rainbows, we support around 750 babies, children and young people with serious and terminal conditions throughout the East Midlands, providing support at our Hospice, in local hospitals and at home. As part of this, our Family Support Team work with families to navigate through the emotions of...

Step into the driver's seat and join our close-knit team of drivers. Whilst you start at our hospice in Lark Rise, you will be travelling the vibrant landscapes of the East Midlands, where every mile driven fuels our support for our babies, children, young people and their families. Last year our...

Whilst you start at our hospice in Lark Rise, you will be travelling the vibrant landscapes of the East Midlands, where every mile driven fuels our support for our babies, children, young people and their families. Last year our van drivers and mates covered over 18,700 miles, showing just how vi...

Our garden volunteers play a vital role in transforming our hospice grounds into a vibrant and welcoming haven where our families and children can play and make special memories. Dive into a range of exciting tasks spread across our award-winning gardens, making sure that everyone can enjoy a saf...

Due to the popularity of the Rainbows mascot, Bow Bear, their diary is quickly filling up. We are looking for volunteers with a sense of fun and energy who can wear the Bow Bear costume for marketing purposes and at events across the East Midlands. Bow Bear is hugely important at raising the Rain...

Our shops wouldn't exist without the amazing support of our volunteers! You play a vital role in our high street presence, helping us raise awareness for Rainbows, sell our fantastic products, and generate crucial funds to support our hospice's incredible work. As a Retail Shop Volunteer, you'll ...

With numerous visitors coming through our doors seven days a week, our dedicated Housekeeping team does an incredible job of keeping every area spotless, tidy, and welcoming; while also upholding the highest standards of infection control. Our Housekeeping Team help keep Rainbows looking its bes...