Hackney’s voluntary and community organisations are continuing to support the borough’s communities during the coronavirus pandemic. Across Hackney, organisations are adapting their delivery so they can help people who need extra support during the crisis. Hackney Giving, run by Hackney CVS, is a single point of giving that supports grassroots organisations in Hackney. The programme […]
We have a rich community and voluntary sector in Hackney and many of our local organisations work with some of our most “hard to reach” groups who often face additional barriers in accessing support. These include, but are not limited to, our homeless population, people with long term health conditions, disabled people including people with […]
We are in awe of the community spirit that has sprung from such challenging circumstances. We are also aware that both volunteers and people being supported need to be safe. We are working hard together with Hackney Council, local charities and community groups to identify volunteer roles that are needed across the borough. We will […]
We know this is a hard time for many people and you may have a variety of support needs. This could include: Groceries pick-up and delivery Prescription pick up and delivery Telephone befriending Welfare Advice Translation Help with banking We will be taking referrals and requests for help to deliver shopping, and collect prescriptions, working […]
If you would like to volunteer please register here or if you are having difficulties, you can email us on 020 7241 4443 extension 2000. We will then process your application and aim to contact you within 10 days to verify your ID before matching you to a local volunteer role. Whilst you’re waiting for […]
We at Volunteer Centre Hackney are in awe of this incredible outpouring of support and offers of help. Here is what we are doing in response to the COVID crisis: 1. We are working hard together with Hackney Council, local charities and community groups to identify volunteer roles that are needed across the borough. 2. […]
Due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19 and recent government advice, Volunteer Centre Hackney will be temporarily suspending all face to face appointments. However, we’re still very much open for business on the phones and online. Please read further for information on what to do if you are keen to help out in these difficult […]
‘I encourage people to volunteer because it changed my life – this really isn’t an overstatement.’ Victoria (former VCH volunteer) Usher in the new year with a new way to spend your time. Volunteering … Our next Volunteer Fair will be taking place in January 2020, and is a great way for anyone interested in […]
[This blog was posted in 2019! Find out how to get involved this year: search our database or email our team at info@vchackney.org] It is that time of the year again! Want to make a difference in the community this festive season? There are many ways to volunteer in the run up to Christmas and on […]
[This blog was posted in 2019! Find out how to get involved this year: search our database or email our team at info@vchackney.org] Want to make a difference in your community this Christmas? There are many ways to volunteer in the run up to Christmas and on the day itself, from helping out at Santa Dashes, making Xmas […]
