Volunteering in Scotland

This link will take you to the Volunteer Scotland website.

Volunteer Scotland is the only national centre for volunteering and offers a one stop gateway to everyone in Scotland who might want to find volunteer opportunities

Benefits of volunteering 

• Gain confidence. -Volunteering can help you gain confidence by giving you the chance to try something new and build a real sense of achievement.
• Make a difference.- Volunteering can have a real and valuable positive affect on people, communities and society in general.
• Meet people.-Volunteering can help you meet different kinds of people and make new friends.
• Be part of a community.- Volunteering can help you feel part of something outside your friends and family.
• Learn new skills.- Volunteering can help you learn new skills, gain experience and sometimes even qualifications.
• Take on a challenge. -Through volunteering you can challenge yourself to try something different, achieve personal goals, practice using your skills and discover hidden talents.
• Have fun! -Most volunteers have a great time, regardless of why they do it.