Volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to get involved and make a difference in your area.
Helping others in Worcestershire
Volunteering is a great way to get involved, meet new people, and make a real difference in your community. Whether you’ve volunteered before or you’re completely new to it, giving your time can help you learn new skills, build confidence, and feel more connected to the place you live.
This page shares a range of local volunteering opportunities, both with the council and with community organisations right across Worcestershire.
LoveVolunteering
LoveVolunteering is Worcestershire’s brand‑new volunteering portal, created to make getting involved easier than ever. It’s completely free, simple to use, and open to everyone. Local organisations can register to share their opportunities, and volunteers can quickly sign up to find roles that match their interests.
Volunteering with the Council
Many of our services depend on the enthusiasm and dedication of volunteers. They play a vital role in helping us support residents and keep Worcestershire a great place to live.
We offer a variety of fun and meaningful ways to volunteer with the council, including:
- volunteering in the countryside
- volunteering with museums
- volunteering with libraries
- volunteering with archives and archaeology
- volunteering with Public Health (Worcestershire Health Champions)
- volunteering with waste prevention: Lets waste less volunteers
If you’d like to explore even more local groups and opportunities, take a look at our:
Worcestershire Community Action Network (We CAN)
Worcestershire Community Action Network is made up of six community‑based charities that know their areas inside out. They help match local people with local volunteering opportunities.Whether you’re looking for something regular or just want to try something new.
Find your nearest organisation below:
Useful links
National volunteering
Find out more about volunteering using these useful national volunteering data bases:
- Do it.org is a national platform to support people who are interested in volunteering to find the right opportunities in their local area
- Vinspired is aimed at connecting young people aged from 14 to 30 years old to get involved with volunteering opportunities that help make a difference
- Reach Volunteering is a skills-based volunteering charity and the UK’s single biggest source of trustees for the voluntary sector
Local volunteering
Local volunteering opportunities: