#CommunitySpirit

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Volunteering connects communities! It can also be great for personal development like building confidence and learning new skills - and it's proven to make you feel good too!


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Latest volunteer roles

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Volunteer Charity Shop Retail Assistant
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
Coventry
Volunteer Charity Shop Retail Assistant
The welcoming faces of our retail volunteers are the first port of call for our customers visiting our our second-hand charity shop on Red Lane in Coventry.Posted by Emmaus Coventry & Warwickshire
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Volunteer Van Driver
Organisation role · 3–5 hrs/Week
Volunteer Van Driver
The main duties involve driving our van around the Coventry area to collect and deliver and you’ll be helping load and unload items.Posted by Emmaus Coventry & Warwickshire
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Volunteer Foodbank Van Driver
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Volunteer Foodbank Van Driver
Demand for food bank services is sadly greater than ever. Every weekday our charity collects food and essential items donated by wholesalers and other suppliersPosted by Emmaus Coventry & Warwickshire
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Outreach & Content Executive
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Outreach & Content Executive
Executive Level volunteer opportunity! We’re looking for a creative and innovative person to join us as our Outreach & Content Executive.Posted by OPPORTUNE NETWORK CIC
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Outreach & Content Executive
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Outreach & Content Executive
We’re looking for a creative and innovative person to join us as our Outreach & Content Executive. Directly impact what we do and how we grow!Posted by OPPORTUNE NETWORK CIC
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Training Dog Fosterer
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours · For around 5 months
Royal Leamington Spa
Training Dog Fosterer
Would you love a dog but can't commit full-time? Become a Training Dog Fosterer for Guide Dogs!Posted by Guide Dogs
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Compassionate Neighbour
Organisation role · 1 hrs/Week
Coventry
Compassionate Neighbour
Compassionate Neighbours Programme. A community-based initiative that offers social and emotional support to people/ caring for someone with life-limited illnesPosted by The Myton Hospices
Aug29
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Volunteer at Tulia Conference for Healthcare Worker Visa Holders
One-off · 29 Aug, 11:00 - 17:00
Volunteer at Tulia Conference for Healthcare Worker Visa Holders
Tulia Carers Conference 2025 celebrates migrant carers, sharing stories, building solutions, and strengthening communities through dialogue and connection.Posted by Tulia Group
Lay Governor - Sense College Loughborough
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Loughborough
Lay Governor - Sense College Loughborough
Sense College Loughborough is a specialist Further Education (FE) college, supporting students between 16-25, who have a wide range of disabilities. Posted by Sense
Community Theatre volunteers
Project role (Temporary) · 2–4 hrs/Week · Starting from 9 Oct
Coventry
Community Theatre volunteers
We are a community theatre company that will be starting with on two co-created projects in the city. We require volunteers on the projects to help support us.Posted by Caste Away Arts
Marmalade Connections volunteer
Project role (Temporary) · 1–2 hrs/Week · For around 4 months
From home
Marmalade Connections volunteer
Marmalade Connections - telephone based project- supporting those in our community who are the most socially isolated, and who experience persistent lonelinessPosted by Marmalade Trust
Herbert History Tour
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
Coventry
Herbert History Tour
We’re on the hunt for friendly, chatty folks to help bring Coventry’s history to life! You’ll be hanging out in the Covered Court, where you’ll get to sPosted by Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

Volunteer from home

Flexible roles you can fit around your schedule and do anywhere

Social Media Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 30 Sept 2024
From home
Social Media Volunteer
As a social media volunteer you will help make this possible by playing an important role
by driving online engagement and bringing more attention.
Posted by National Childbirth Trust
Volunteer Fundraising Researcher
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Volunteer Fundraising Researcher
Help us build new relationships with organisations and groups in Coventry and WarwickshirePosted by Carers Trust Heart of England
Volunteer Cat Foster Carer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Volunteer Cat Foster Carer
Our volunteers care for cat/s in their own homes, providing peace of mind to families fleeing domestic abuse who know their feline friends are being cared for.Posted by Cats Protection Lifeline
No Panic Large Funding Applications Fundraiser
One-off · 2–4 hrs
From home
No Panic Large Funding Applications Fundraiser
Large Funding volunteers complete application forms for organisations offering large sums of money to charities online and identify potential new providers.Posted by No Panic
Telephone Befriender
Organisation role · 1 hrs/Week
From home
Telephone Befriender
Why not put your chatting skills to good use and become one of our friendly Telephone Befrienders putting a smile on the faces of those we supportPosted by Deafblind UK
Telephone Wellbeing Volunteer
Organisation role · 2–3 hrs/Week
From home
Telephone Wellbeing Volunteer
Our Wellbeing service plays a huge role in supporting our members with sight and hearing loss. Join our team of amazing volunteers and help us reach out!Posted by Deafblind UK
Volunteer Speaker
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Volunteer Speaker
Volunteer Speakers are the face and voice of TWAM locally. They speak to local community groups such as U3A, WI and Rotary.Posted by Tools with a Mission
Community Fundraiser
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Community Fundraiser
Are you a community-minded person looking to use your fundraising skills to make a real difference? If so, we'd love you to join our team! Posted by Tools with a Mission
Country Coordinator
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Country Coordinator
Country Coordinators have a vital and very exciting role as they are the face of TWAM in Africa. Posted by Tools with a Mission
Arthritis Action
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours
From home
Arthritis Action
We have a variety of roles that people can volunteer for.Posted by Arthritis Action
Make a difference by inspiring positive change that ripples outwards
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours
From home
Make a difference by inspiring positive change that ripples outwards
Our volunteers bring people together for online courses or local groups, based on positive psychology, that boost the wellbeing of everyone involved.
Posted by Action For Happiness
National Hedgehog Monitoring Programme-ID Mammal Web Volunteer
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours
From home
National Hedgehog Monitoring Programme-ID Mammal Web Volunteer
To support and assist with the classification of animals seen in the captured footage on cameras as part of the National Hedgehog Monitoring Programme.Posted by Warwickshire Wildlife Trust

Youth volunteering

Roles suitable for under-18's

Herbert History Tour
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
Coventry
Herbert History Tour
We’re on the hunt for friendly, chatty folks to help bring Coventry’s history to life! You’ll be hanging out in the Covered Court, where you’ll get to sPosted by Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Aug19
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
One-off · 19 Aug, 09:45 - 12:45
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
Our annual free school uniform pop up event for 2025. Where we will be providing free preloved school uniform for children attending Coventry Schools.Posted by Clothing Coventry
Aug19
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Afternoon
One-off · 19 Aug, 12:15 - 15:15
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Afternoon
Our annual free school uniform pop up event for 2025. Where we will be providing free preloved school uniform for children attending Coventry Schools.Posted by Clothing Coventry
Aug20
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
One-off · 20 Aug, 09:45 - 12:45
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
Our annual free school uniform pop up event for 2025. Where we will be providing free preloved school uniform for children attending Coventry Schools.Posted by Clothing Coventry
Aug21
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
One-off · 21 Aug, 09:45 - 12:45
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
Our annual free school uniform pop up event for 2025. Where we will be providing free preloved school uniform for children attending Coventry Schools.Posted by Clothing Coventry
Aug22
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
One-off · 22 Aug, 09:45 - 12:45
Volunteer Support - Free School Uniform Pop-up Event - Morning
Our annual free school uniform pop up event for 2025. Where we will be providing free preloved school uniform for children attending Coventry Schools.Posted by Clothing Coventry

Roles that provide extra support to volunteers

If you need some help to get started or take part in volunteering

Social Media Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 30 Sept 2024
From home
Social Media Volunteer
As a social media volunteer you will help make this possible by playing an important role
by driving online engagement and bringing more attention.
Posted by National Childbirth Trust
Community Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 30 Sept 2024
Flexible location
Community Volunteer
As a Community Volunteer you will play an important role in creating a welcoming and
inclusive community for parents.
Posted by National Childbirth Trust
Nearly New Sale Coordinator
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 30 Sept 2024
Flexible location
Nearly New Sale Coordinator
As an NCT Nearly New Sale Coordinator you will lead a team of volunteers to help plan and
organise these fantastic events.
Posted by National Childbirth Trust
Treasurer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 30 Sept 2024
Flexible location
Treasurer
As a Treasurer you will help make this possible by playing an important role in budgeting and
managing the money.
Posted by National Childbirth Trust
Active Citizenship Programme
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours · Starting from 29 Mar 2025
Active Citizenship Programme
Active Citizenship empowers young people through leadership, volunteering, and community projects, helping them develop skills to create change in the communityPosted by Youth Vision
Receptionist - Voluntary Position
Organisation role · 5–40 hrs/Week · Starting from 7 Jul 2025
Receptionist - Voluntary Position
Coventry Boys & Girls Club are looking for reception cover for our building Monday-Friday during school term-time.Posted by Coventry Boys and Girls Club
Aug26
Chat Central: Litterpick Volunteering
One-off · 26 Aug, 10:00 - 11:30
Coventry
Chat Central: Litterpick Volunteering
Help Chat Central to clean up the streets of Coventry! A group litter pick with a friendly bunch. All equipment is provided.Posted by Chat Central project
Community Theatre volunteers
Project role (Temporary) · 2–4 hrs/Week · Starting from 9 Oct
Coventry
Community Theatre volunteers
We are a community theatre company that will be starting with on two co-created projects in the city. We require volunteers on the projects to help support us.Posted by Caste Away Arts
Retail Volunteer - Earlsdon
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Coventry
Retail Volunteer - Earlsdon
We looking for volunteers to support the hospice raise funds. Are you looking to gain customer service skills or have a eye for fashion. Then we need you!Posted by The Myton Hospices
Till Volunteer - Coundon
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Till Volunteer - Coundon
We are looking for volunteers to support the hospice to raise funds. Are you looking to gain customer service skills or have an eye for fashion. We need you!Posted by The Myton Hospices
Social Supermarket & Food Bank Support
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours · For around 8 weeks
Social Supermarket & Food Bank Support
Help organise stock, distribute food, and assist families in need. If you're friendly and organised, apply today - training is provided!Posted by St Francis Employability
Garden and Grounds Maintenance
Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours · For around 8 weeks
Garden and Grounds Maintenance
Love gardening? Enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and make a difference. No experience is needed.Posted by St Francis Employability

Volunteer stories

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Paul's Story - A Brighter Future

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Coventry volunteer recognised for his contribution

*VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT!!* Meet Jonny.

Coventry volunteer celebrated by Voluntary Action Coventry and Underground Lights Community Theatre
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Coventry volunteer recognised for his contribution

*VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT!!* Meet Thomas.

Coventry volunteer celebrated by Voluntary Action Coventry and Underground Lights Community Theatre
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