Reasons to Volunteer
- Make a difference to the lives of others
- Help others less fortunate or without a voice
- Feel valued and part of a team
- Gain confidence
- Spend quality time away from work or a busy lifestyle
- Gain new skills, knowledge and experience
- Develop existing skills and knowledge
- Enhance a CV
- Improve one's employment prospects
- Meet new people and make new friends
- It’s a chance to socialise
- Get to know the local community
- There is lots of anecdotal evidence that volunteering has a positive impact on your mental health and wellbeing