Whilst we can’t run our regular Volunteer Fairs and give you the opportunity to meet organisations face-to-face at this time, VCH continues to bring you some of the latest volunteering opportunities across the borough. Whether you can offer your skills for a one-off, specialist role, or want to volunteer more long term, there are loads […]
Each year from 1 – 7 June, volunteers are celebrated across the country via Volunteers’ Week. This annual event looks very different this year – and whilst Volunteer Centre Hackney aren’t able to host our usual Volunteer Fair where you can meet organisations and charities face to face, you can still find out about what’s […]
Each year, Volunteers’ Week takes place from 1 – 7 June every year. This year, the organisers, NCVO, have decided that it isn’t appropriate to go ahead with their usual planned celebration. Instead, this year is an opportunity to say a heartfelt thank you to volunteers. Say thanks onlineJoin Volunteer Centre Hackney and other charities […]
Each week, Volunteer Centre Hackney’s Our Place project hosts a weekly coffee morning on the New Kingshold Estate. Our Place brings local people together to spark discussions about how to improve their neighbourhood. We facilitate spaces and opportunities for residents to run their own sessions and activities- from gardening sessions to bingo nights-so that together […]
Volunteer Centre Hackney are seeking friendly and approachable people to befriend local residents who are isolated and need companionship, or a little encouragement and support to get out and about. Does this sound like you? ‘Volunteering as a befriender has been such a positive experience. I have learned a lot from listening to interesting stories about London […]
From 1 – 7 June, people across the country will be celebrating Volunteers’ Week, recognising, rewarding and celebrating the people that give their time to support their communities. Over the next week, Volunteer Centre Hackney will be sharing the stories from some of the 100s of people involved in volunteering and social action across the […]
Volunteering is… ‘Spending time doing what I love, learning and meeting new people.’ Volunteers across the country will be thanked for their contributions during Volunteers Week 2019 which runs from 1 to 7 June – and volunteers in Hackney will be too! Volunteers are the backbone of countless charities and other organisations. They are a […]
It’s that time again! VCH will be running another Volunteer Fair in June at Hackney Museum, this time to celebrate Volunteers’ Week from 1-7 June 2018. Taking place on Wednesday 6 June from 5:00 – 7:00pm, all are welcome to come along and meet with charities and community groups from around Hackney. You’ll get a chance to […]