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I can highly recommend this as a great way to get to know CCP better, if you have not been on one of these before.

A reminder to any consultants in the volunteering sphere / programme evaluation sphere to please take a look at our invitations to tender for Active Kindness! We are looking for consultancy support with the next chapter of our programme, which is funded for 5 years and would love to hear from you if you have a creative approach and are passionate about volunteers and making a difference! 🤝 ✨ 🏃♂️ #projectmanagement #charitabletrusts #communities #communityfund #nonprofit #tender #consultants #consultancysupport #consultancytender

Volunteering is a rewarding and fulfilling activity and especially in Foodclique Support Initiative. There’s no age restriction to volunteering with us , so consider joining us today 😁 Here are some tips on how to get involved: Visit our website:( www.foodclique.org) to learn about our mission, programs, and current volunteer opportunities. Contact us: Reach out to Foodclique through our website or contact information to express your interest in volunteering. Identify your skills: Determine what skills and talents you can offer. Foodclique has various roles, from food distribution to fundraising, so find the best match for your abilities. Participate in events: Join Foodclique events and activities to connect with other volunteers and learn more about the organization’s impact. Follow us on all social media platforms to stay updated. Share your experience: As you volunteer, share your positive experiences with others to inspire more people to get involved and enjoy the fulfilling journey of helping those in need. Foodclique volunteers often find their work fulfilling because they contribute to a noble cause, create a positive impact on their community, and experience the joy of giving back. #foodcliquesupport #sdg2030 #zerohunger #sdg2 #hungerheroes #endinghunger #foodsystem #charity #donation #socialimpact

What are skill-based volunteers? 🤔 Skills-based volunteering consists of employees using their professional experience and expertise on a volunteering basis to help nonprofit organisations. Find out how you can make a difference in the community! 🌐 Link in our bio 📧 [email protected] #Community #GetInvolved #Volunteering #SkillBasedVolunteers #Charity

🚩 Examples of facilitating volunteering and fundraising with young people Volunteering Matters runs a number of projects that engage young people in social action. They help facilitate and amplify the voices and actions of younger people to be more involved for positive change in their local communities. They have 6 dedicated projects, The Team London Young Ambassador Project has helped 600 young people across 61 settings to design and deliver social action projects of importance to them and to improve their community. They were also involved in delivering training and workshops for other young people and the team at Volunteering Matters. Other projects help young people engage and raise awareness of key issues such as mental health to help others in their communities and schools. #youthleadership #trustee #charity

This week is #volunteersweek and at Action West London we not only value volunteers that work with us but also encourage our clients to gain work experience through volunteering. Our chair of Trustees Tony Coyne recently talked about the importance of volunteering in local charities in his monthly blog post, here are some key points from that blog: 1. Local volunteers have a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges facing their community. This insight allows charities to tailor their services to address specific issues effectively. 2. When people come together to support a common cause, it fosters a sense of unity and purpose. Volunteering creates opportunities for individuals to form relationships and strengthen social networks, which can lead to more resilient communities. 3. Volunteering can empower individuals by providing them with a platform to use and develop their skills. This can boost self-esteem and contribute to personal growth, which in turn benefits the community as a whole. 4. Local community volunteers are more likely to stay committed to a cause over the long term, ensuring sustained support and impact for charities. Charities, localism, and community volunteering are all interlinked and play an important role in shaping strong, vibrant, and supportive communities. By working together, these components can create lasting positive change and enhance the well-being of individuals and families in the community. Read the full blog at https://buff.ly/4aO77Un

There might be many reasons stopping you from volunteering. But if there’s one thing we know — it’s that we recognise the everyday skills you possess are exactly the tools needed to make the biggest impact. Your business experience and knowledge is the key to creating meaningful change in disadvantaged communities. Start making a difference through skills-based volunteering: https://bit.ly/4aWJZn6 #Volunteering #Charity

Who said volunteering can not be fun and rewarding? Volunteering with Foodclique Support Initiative is a rewarding experience. Here are some tips to get involved: ✅Visit our website:( www.foodclique.org) to learn about our mission,vision and programs. ✅Contact us: Reach out to Foodclique through our website or via DM to express your interest in volunteering. ✅ Identify your skills: Determine what skills and talents you can offer. Foodclique has various roles, from food distribution to fundraising, we will help you find the best match for your abilities. ✅ Participate in events: Join Foodclique events and activities to connect with other volunteers and learn more about the organization’s impact. Follow us on all social media platforms to stay updated. ✅ Share your experience: As you volunteer, share your positive experiences with others to inspire more people to get involved and enjoy the fulfilling journey of helping those in need. Foodclique volunteers often find their work fulfilling because they contribute to a noble cause, create a positive impact on their community, and experience the joy of giving back. #foodcliquesupport #sdg2030 #zerohunger #sdg2 #hungerheroes #endinghunger #foodsystem #charity #donation #socialimpact #lifeofavolunteer

A recent analysis by Pro Bono Economics (PBE) has found that rates of formal #volunteering have reached an all-time low with smaller #charities being hit the hardest. In this article, we explore why volunteering numbers have fallen and how offering flexible volunteering opportunities could help address this issue. Read here: https://lnkd.in/esT6ABmx #charity #volunteers

Really great study from Shaping The Future With Volunteering drawing on data from 29,000 volunteers across major charities Citizens Advice, Girlguiding, National Trust, RNIB, Royal Voluntary Service, RSPCA, RSPB, The Scouts, British Red Cross and The Trussell Trust, showing the power of volunteering not just on the charity, but the individual. 🌱 Wellbeing boost: 4 out of 5 volunteers feel improved wellbeing. 📚 Skills & knowledge: 70% gained new skills through volunteering. 🤝 Adequate training: 80% felt well-trained for their roles. 🥇 Highly recommended: 85% would recommend their charity for volunteering. 🗣️ Freedom of expression: 90% feel comfortable and free to express opinions. 📢 Effective communication: 71% satisfied with charity communication. See more in Third Sector. https://lnkd.in/e8CYzpJ3 Do you volunteer? And why? #volunteering #thirdsector #changetheworld #wellbeing