Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to improve self confidence, gain work experience and new skills, make new friends and get involved in your local community. If you need to update your CV and references, volunteering can help you do this. Many organisations rely on the skills of volunteers to deliver enhanced services, support people or look after the environment.

If people you are working with are interested in volunteering, you can contact any of the organisations listed here. The main point of contact is the Volunteer Centre Edinburgh , but there is a range of local services that can also assist.

People who might be worried about barriers to volunteering, such as disability, having a criminal record, or English being a second language, can contact Volunteer Centre Edinburgh for advice and support.

Volunteering is a great way to improve or enhance employability, and some of the organisations listed in the Employment or Learning sections may also be able to provide volunteering support and advice. See also “You may also be interested in…” on this page.

 

  • Volunteer Centre Edinburgh

    Volunteer Centre Edinburgh (VCE) connects people to volunteering opportunities and provides support, advice and information to people from a wide variety of backgrounds, situations and motivations.The Employability Service works with people who want...

  • Ageing Well

    For volunteers aged 50+Volunteer activity leaders and assistants (aged 50+ ) are recruited to offer their peers support to lead a more healthy, active lifestyle. Volunteers take an induction programme that explores team work, communication and liste...

  • Craigmillar Community Arts

    For anyone over 18 years, of any ability or disability, primarily resident in Craigmillar, but not exclusively.  Arts Centre and Arts and Environment Project within the community of Craigmiilar. We provide opportunities to participate, lea...

  • Lung Ha’s Theatre Company

    For people over 18 with a learning disability.Lung Ha's Theatre Company exists to provide opportunities for people with learning disabilities to become actively involved in the performing arts. 

  • Pilton Equalities Project (PEP)

    For anyone over 14 years, resident in City of Edinburgh.Various services that assist people to participate in their community. Volunteering is a service that helps people who have been long term unemployed gain confidence.Refer:Email: pepequalities@...