Volunteer Facilitator of Climate for Change conversations

Scottish Communities Climate Action Network

The Scottish Communities Climate Action Network (SCCAN) are growing our Climate for Change facilitator team! The Climate for Change programme harnesses the power of conversations among friends, colleagues, or neighbours to create a groundswell of support for real climate action in communities across Scotland. We are looking for volunteer facilitators - you don’t need any experience – just passion, commitment and drive (though it always helps to know a bit about climate change!). We will give you all the training you need to be able to go out and bring people together to talk about this important issue. Our pilot last year was a great success which trained 60 volunteer facilitators and reached over 400 people through climate conversations hosted by 50 individuals and organisations. Conversation guests said: 'Excellently presented. I feel more optimistic in having conversations with friends and family and engaging with local representatives/. Facilitators said: 'The proven structure of the facilitation sessions gives you confidence in the process - also having SCCAN staff, mentors who you can call on for support or attending facilitator meetings allows you to keep contact with others, share experiences, ask questions, get new ideas. All the while you are building confidence in your own ability to hold meaningful conversations and influence real change'. We invite you to join the training for the next facilitator cohort this June and become a part of the drive for the urgent action to avert the worst of the crises we are all facing. Applications welcomed. Apply here: https://airtable.com/shrCNTMZNLFakSzl8 The next training takes place online, over two half days: Thu 29 and Fri 30 June 9.30am-12.30pm. Before training, you MUST also attend a climate conversation session. You can register for ONE of the online conversations hosted monthly by SCCAN: - 23 May , 6-8:30pm - register here: https://tinyurl.com/climateconversation2305 - 22 June, 9:30am-12:00pm - register here: https://tinyurl.com/climateconversation2206 If you are interested and can't make any of these dates then please do get in touch - there will be more trainings coming up. Places are limited so do get in touch soon! Any questions - email us on c4c@sccan.scot

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Events Coordinator

Scottish Communities Climate Action Network

Scottish Communities Climate Action Network (SCCAN)’s purpose is to inspire and promote, connect and support community-led action in Scotland to address the Climate Emergency. Please see our website: https://www.scottishcommunitiescan.org.uk/ Would you like to help take climate action to the next level? We have a new volunteer role available with our Events working groups! You would be helping once a week with the following: -Events organizing and facilitating -Taking part in regular events working group meetings -Contacting potential speakers and facilitators -Promoting events by writing blog posts and promoting on social media. -Compile a report on the event. As a volunteer led organisation, our capacity to offer thorough training on events coordination is limited so we would expect you to have some experience or to be adaptable. There will be some initial training on the way SCCAN operates. The start date is flexible to suit your availability. Our events and meetings are currently done online through zoom. Commitment could range from once / week to twice a month. If interested, please drop us an email at info@scottishcommunitiescan.org.uk

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Camphill School Aberdeen Volunteers

Camphill School Aberdeen

Camphill School Aberdeen has exciting new volunteer opportunities to help. As a volunteer you will become part of a team within one of our 10 residential Care homes, set in beautiful surroundings 5 miles outside of Aberdeen City centre and close to the Deeside Railway line. We are currently seeking people to volunteer as: > Voluntary Coworkers within Residential School and Care Homes: Our pupils age from 12-25 years old and as part of your position, you will be with them when they attend the school, farm and gardens, workshops or even riding stables as part of their personalised daily routines and assist them with their tasks throughout the day. > Voluntary Farm and Gardens Volunteers: Our farm cares for cows, pigs, goats, hens and alpacas. As part of your position, you will be with our pupils when they attend the farm and gardens as part of their personalised daily routines and assist them with their tasks. > Voluntary Workshop Assistants: You will be with our pupils when they attend the various workshops (woodwork, metal, weavery, felt, candle, pottery, bike and Fruver- our food workshop)as part of their personalised daily routines and assist them with their tasks. These opportunities do not require you to have previous experience, we just ask that you are caring, patient and willing to help our pupils, have an interest in people and different ways of communications. Training is provided in induction and support given throughout the volunteering time within Camphill School Aberdeen. Fantastic opportunities to help with all assistance making a real difference and greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Naomi Paton, Recruitment Administrator at E Mail: n.paton@crss.org.uk or tel.: 01224 866162.

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Charlie House Volunteers

Charlie House

*Volunteer with Charlie House and give the gift of time* Thousands of volunteers across the North-east of Scotland make an amazing contribution to the third sector and provide vital hours of support to charities and the families which they support. Our volunteers are an integral and invaluable part of Team Charlie House. Every single hour they contribute makes a difference to the babies, children, young people and families we support. As we develop our range of services to support even more families across the region, we are looking to expand our team of Charlie House volunteers. Some of our volunteers gift an occasional hour or two, some a whole day, and some make a regular commitment every week or month. We have a wide range of volunteering opportunities available for each and every individual, based on their available time. To find out more about volunteering with Charlie House and the full range of current ways you can help and make a real difference through volunteering please visit: https://www.charliehouse.org.uk/support-us/volunteer-with-us/ or contact us at E Mail: volunteer@charliehouse.org.uk

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Charlie House Volunteers

Charlie House

*Volunteer with Charlie House and give the gift of time* Thousands of volunteers across the North-east of Scotland make an amazing contribution to the third sector and provide vital hours of support to charities and the families which they support. Our volunteers are an integral and invaluable part of Team Charlie House. Every single hour they contribute makes a difference to the babies, children, young people and families we support. As we develop our range of services to support even more families across the region, we are looking to expand our team of Charlie House volunteers. Some of our volunteers gift an occasional hour or two, some a whole day, and some make a regular commitment every week or month. We have a wide range of volunteering opportunities available for each and every individual, based on their available time. To find out more about volunteering with Charlie House and the full range of current ways you can help and make a real difference through volunteering please visit: https://www.charliehouse.org.uk/support-us/volunteer-with-us/ or contact us at E Mail: volunteer@charliehouse.org.uk

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HALLA Board Secretary /Administrator

HALLA - Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association

Volunteer Secretary/Administrator we need you, with you inspiration and motivation to serve as a board member on the Management Board of HALLA (Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association). We are a Board of people who run daytime and evening classes at Kaimhill Learning Centre, (Garthdee). We have a FB page ( @HALLACommunity) where you can see some of our activities and tutored classes. We meet once a month to discuss new opportunities and management issues, to find new ways of how-to bring people of all ages of the community into the centre. A volunteer should be passionate, enthusiastic and have a keen interest in community matters. A secretary / administrator volunteer requires specific skills such office procedure, basic accounting and IT skills (excel, word) but enthusiasm and interest in the community are equally important. This is an amazing opportunity to discover your “hidden talents” !!! You need to attend our monthly Board meetings for taking notes, minutes and prepare all the documentation and email the Board members. HALLA has a computer in the centre. Your volunteering would be much appreciated, you would be a great addition to our tremendous Board!!! A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference for the community. All assistance is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Giuseppina Caligiuri, HALLA Vice Chair at email Hallaassociation@gmail.com or telephone: 01224 498 164 / 07511377364.

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Committee Members

HALLA - Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association

Volunteers we need you, with you inspiration and motivation to serve as a board member on the Management Board of HALLA (Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association). We are a Board of people who run daytime and evening classes at Kaimhill Learning Centre. We have a FB page ( @HALLACommunity) where you can see some of our activities and tutored classes. We meet once a month to discuss new opportunities and management issues, to find new ways of how-to bring people of all ages in the local community into the centre. We have several weekly, social, informal learning groups where Board members can get to know each other and form a friendly working relationship. A volunteer should be passionate, enthusiastic and have a keen interest in community matters. A volunteer does not necessarily require specific skills since we all support each other to develop new skills but if you have specific ones, it would be good to introduce them to the rest of the Board so we can use them to benefit the local community. The Board would appreciate people with knowledge of IT and office procedures but enthusiasm and interest in the community are equally important. This is an amazing opportunity to discover your “hidden talents” !!! You are very welcome to attend a committee meeting and see if this is for you. WE ARE WAITING TO WELCOME YOU TO OUR FRIENDY AND DIVERSE HALLA BOARD !!!!! A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference for the community. All assistance is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Giuseppina Caligiuri, HALLA Vice Chair at email Hallaassociation@gmail.com or telephone: 01224 498 164 / 07511377364.

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Community Development Volunteers

HALLA - Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association

We have exciting opportunities at HALLA – Harlaw Area Lifelong Learning Association to help in the community as a Development Volunteer. This can involve aspects such as looking at the learning needs of people around the Kaimhill School area, encouraging volunteering with the charity/association, help develop new programmes and classes at the Kaimhill Learning Centre, help prepare funding proposals and applications, act as a ‘face’ of the charity/Learning Centre and help with room bookings at the Learning Centre. A fantastic opportunity to assist in the positive development of the Kaimhill community. Good support is provided to all volunteers e.g.: board members and part time admin. worker will always be there to help. All help is greatly appreciated. Please contact us on email: sandratindall.halla@gmail.com or tel.: 01224 861129 for further details.

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Volunteer - Mobile Changing Places Toilet

PAMIS Grampian - Promoting a More Inclusive Society

We are recruiting volunteers to assist in our important and exciting Pamiloo development. Thousands of people with complex needs across Scotland are unable to attend events or visit outdoor venues due to the lack of appropriate toilet facilities and to this end PAMIS have purchased the first Scottish fully accessible mobile changing places toilet. PAMIS will use this resource for events that they organise for families and it will also be available for others to hire. To date it has been at the Edinburgh Fringe, visited various beaches and events in Scotland. We require volunteers to open and close the van, be an attendant and supervise the use of the mobile changing places toilet. This position is open to a wide group of volunteers. Training will be given. We are also recruiting volunteer drivers (for volunteer drivers you have to be 25 years old and over for insurance purposes). You could volunteer to be a driver and drive it to different venues. All bookings will be arranged through PAMIS. Excellent support and full training is provided to all volunteers and we reimburse agreed out of pocket expenses and travel. This is a hugely valuable and rewarding experience, the opportunity to learn new skills and to travel. For more information please contact Lesley Gray on email l.u.gray@dundee.ac.uk or tel.: 01382 385154. You can visit our website: www.pamis.org.uk Note: a child or adult with profound and multiple learning disabilities will always be accompanied by at least one carer at all times. You will not be expected to assist in any personal care activities.

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Volunteer Gardeners

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Gardeners. We are looking for a keen gardener to volunteer in our Timmer Market premises to help maintain our small garden area. We would be particularly interested in anyone that can maximize the potential of the garden and maintain it on a regular basis. As well as Volunteer Gardeners we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Creative Group Volunteers, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Buddies and Volunteer Music Group Assistant. For further details please contact: Anne McAlister T: 01224 577120 / F-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk

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Volunteer Music Group Assistants

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Complementary Therapists to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. The DA Music Group is looking for a volunteer with musical background who would be able to tutor either individuals or a group in some aspect of music. The group does not stick to one specific style of music so the wider the volunteer’s knowledge and experience the better. The idea of the music group is to allow an outlet for clients musical creativity and to help them to reconnect with society and gain confidence and self-esteem. Essential qualities are patience, creativity, and the ability to bring people together. For further information regarding this opportunity, please download a Volunteer application pack from the web site www.drugsaction.co.uk or send an e-mail to amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk headed Music Group Assistant. or contact: Anne McAlister (Volunteer Co-ordinator) T: 01224 577120 / F-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk As well as Volunteer Music Group Assistants Volunteer we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Buddies, Creative Group Volunteers, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Complementary Therapists.

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Peer Support Facilitators

Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (Aberdeen)

Have you been Bereaved by Suicide? Do you have a desire to help other people who have also been Bereaved by Suicide? Are you comfortable listening to the experiences of others? You could be just the person we are looking for. We have self-help support groups across the UK, where you can meet with other people who have been bereaved by suicide and we want to enroll some new volunteers to set up a group in Aberdeen. Typically, our groups meet once a month and last for around 2 hours. Presently many groups are meeting virtually via Zoom but when regulations allow, they will return to Face to Face. They provide an opportunity to listen, to share, to ask questions and to connect with others. Each local SoBS group is run by a team of 3: the group leader and two group volunteers, all of whom have been bereaved by suicide themselves. Between them, they facilitate the session, get the conversation started, make sure everyone has the opportunity to talk if they want to, and generally look out for people and each other. The team also work together to manage the administration, fundraising and communication for the group, sometimes with the help of additional support volunteers. There is no set structure to a session – people are free to talk and listen as they wish. The topics discussed vary from week to week but often includes people sharing their story, how they are feeling, what has happened since their last group visit, questions about coroners and discussions about common challenges such as flashbacks, supporting children or facing neighbours. Many groups also offer a small resource library and can share information about local sources of support. For further details please contact Phill Abbiss, Volunteer Coordinator (North) at E Mail: phill.abbiss@uksobs.org or tel.: 07535 854 860.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire In Aberdeen St Machar Academy has been part of the programme since August 2018 and, in 2020 was joined by Northfield, Hazlehead, Dyce, Harlaw and Lochside Academies. Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

MCR Pathways has been partnering with schools since 2007 so we know just how amazing the young people of Scotland are. However, sometimes due to situations out of their control, young people face challenges that make it more difficult for them to succeed. That’s why providing the simple support of a mentor is so important and has been proven to make a life-changing difference. This is where you can help... MCR recruits and trains volunteer mentors who are matched with a young person that shares similar interests, hobbies or career aspirations. Mentors meet with their young person at their school for just one hour per week and the difference this makes is transformational. The mentoring relationship is unique as young people establish a friendship with someone who’s there, just for them and is not a teacher, parent, guardian or counsellor. The impact on their life is huge. Recent ScotCen research shows 81.6% of mentored care-experienced pupils left school for college, university or a job, compared with 56.3% of those young people not being mentored. We are hoping to help even more young people in the area reach their potential and are looking for over 150 mentors from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire In Aberdeen St Machar Academy has been part of the programme since August 2018 and, in 2020 was joined by Northfield, Hazlehead, Dyce, Harlaw and Lochside Academies. Aberdeenshire schools participating in the programme are Banff, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Peterhead and The Gordons Schools Huntly The only qualification you need to be a mentor is the desire to help. All young people are different and have different needs, so it’s important that our mentors come from all walks of life. Volunteer mentors are asked to commit just one hour a week for a minimum of one year and will be fully trained and PVG checked before being matched with a young person from an Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire school. The building of the relationship with a young person is facilitated by our fantastic MCR Pathways Coordinators who are based in each school and work with our young people on a daily basis. We’re asking you to #BeTheBridge between a young person’s talent and life possibilities. For only one hour per week, you can change a life. This year, why not do something to make a difference that lasts a lifetime. Register online at https://mcrpathways.org/become-a-mentor/ For any further details please contact us at email: aberdeen@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeen City) or email: aberdeenshire@mcrpathways.org (for volunteering in schools in Aberdeenshire). Or telephone us on 07709249661.

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Aberdeen Digital Awareness Volunteers

Aberdeen City Council - Adult Learning Team

As the requirement to be able to use technology increases, many individuals find themselves excluded from the opportunities available as a result of their lack of digital awareness. In order to address this inequality I am looking for digital awareness volunteers, who you would be required to attend local sessions throughout the city showing members of the public how to use and get the best from their own digital devices. In addition to this, along with other volunteers and staff you would represent Adult Learning at various Digital Awareness events. These sessions and events would be on an ad hoc basis at times convenient to the volunteers. Good training and support is provided to all volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference with people and local communities in Aberdeen. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Ann Campbell (Development Officer) on E Mail: anncampbell@aberdeencity.gov.uk or Tel.: 07901512938

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Trustees

Befriend a Child

We are currently seeking passionate individuals to join our Board of Trustees. In particular, we are looking for new Directors with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: Education, Social Work, Marketing / Fundraising and Communications and IT. The new roles will join a small dedicated team of Trustees already in place and will help to strengthen the Board and lead the organisation into the future. This is a great opportunity for someone who has an understanding of charity or similar corporate governance. The role will be to support the leadership of the charity and drive forward the organisational strategy. The full Board meets quarterly for 2-3 hours on a Monday evening. Smaller committees may meet staff more regularly in relation to specific areas of work. The role is a voluntary one, reasonable expenses will be reimbursed with training provided at no cost. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Sarah Misra, CEO, Befriend a Child, sarah@befriendachild.org.uk, 01224 210060 for more information and an application pack.

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Customer Service Volunteers (Red Cross Wheelchair Volunteer Service, Aberdeen)

British Red Cross (Aberdeen)

If you enjoy being in an office and like meeting people, this is the role for you. You’ll be providing people with wheelchairs and other equipment to help them get moving again after illness or injury. We would like you to be able to volunteer: • On any day, Tuesday to Friday • At least 4 hours a week (either AM 9am-1pm or PM 1pm-5pm) • For at least 6 months Ideally you will live within 10 miles of the office (we are based at King’s Community Church, King's Way, Aberdeen, AB23 8BL). This is a great opportunity to help make a real difference and: • Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team. • A great opportunity to use your existing skills or gain new ones. • An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a positive difference to people’s lives. • All training and induction for the role. • Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training. For full details and to apply please visit https://volunteer.redcross.org.uk/opportunities/34753-customer-service-volunteer-wheelchair-volunteer-aberdeen-2022-06-30 If you have any questions/wish to discuss further before applying, please feel welcome to contact us at email: volunteerrecruitment@redcross.org.uk

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Befriender

NHS Grampian - Woodend Hospital

NHS Grampian - Befriending clients in Hospital For further details please contact: Fiona Thomson: tel.: 01224 556645 Email: fiona.thomson3@nhs.scot

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Outdoor Onsite Helpers, Gardeners, Handy Person Volunteers

Camphill Wellbeing Trust

Support our exciting community Compass Project and help to transform the naturally-beautiful and historic 4.1 acre former Waldorf School site into a centre demonstrating practical solutions for healthy, sustainable lifestyles. The project has something for everyone including opportunities to find out and participate in: • sustainable building practices with conservation of the listed main building & sensitive repurposing of the others – dry-stone wall restoration, stripping back damaged plasterboard ready for refurbishment, sorting building materials and items for re-purposing and upcycling. • an integrated, creative health & education approach, supported by the natural & built environment – we offer opportunities for volunteers from secondary schools to participate in appropriate outdoor projects onsite. • sustainable social enterprise projects serving the local community and involving those with learning disabilities – experience circular economy in practice as we start to outlet local organic produce and plants onsite on a donation basis. • organic/biodynamic land use with nutritious food production, no-dig demonstration allotments, composting, beehives, wild flower meadow and woodland – keen gardeners are always welcome to come and help create a no-dig system from scratch so you never have to weed again! Experienced chain-saw operators can help manage our woodland. • repair, reuse & recycle practices minimising waste and encouraging sustainability – furniture and other items for upcycling. -Compass needs you! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are willing to lend a hand with whatever needs doing. We hold regular volunteer days where you can enjoy meeting like-minded people working together to make a visible difference to our site after each session. Volunteers tell us it is very satisfying to see how much of a difference their work can make. Volunteers with specialised skills such as joiners, plumbers and DIY-enthusiasts will be especially welcome as we enter the next phase of our project to strip out the existing buildings ready for refurbishment. ‘Being out in the fresh air with others, seeing changes happening and feeling like I was part of a bigger process. I have also enjoyed meeting others who are enthused about the project. Sense of community, healthy activities. Very friendly co-ordinator and other helpers so feeling of welcome is lovely. I also value the fact that I only manage a couple of hours but this is still appreciated and I don't feel guilty when I feel like my body needs to stop! Beautiful grounds to work in’. – Compass volunteer ‘Such a great sense of satisfaction and wellbeing experienced at the end of 2 hours of hard physical work. This has sparked off an interest in gardening and growing plants at home. And also enjoyed being part of a community and meeting new people each time I come along who are equally enthusiastic about this project’. – Compass volunteer Everyone is welcome at Compass and we look forward to working with you onsite! You can find out more on our website: www.camphillwellbeing.org.uk/compass or email: compass@cwt.scot for further details on volunteering with this exciting project.

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Home Visitors (Radio Support)

British Wireless For The Blind Fund (Aberdeen)

>What is this role? This role involves visiting blind and partially sighted people in their homes, installing their new radio and teaching them how to use it as well as proving ongoing support, where needed. This role also involves a small amount of admin. >Where is it based? The role is based within your local area. You will be asked to travel around a reasonable distance within your local area. (To be mutually agreed.) >How much time will I need to commit? Each visit will take around 2 hours to complete. Depending on your area, we envisage that there will be around 1-2 visits per month. >What does the role involve? • Contact recipients by phone to agree appointment time • Visit people in their homes and install our audio equipment • Give instruction and demonstration of the equipment • Complete paperwork for each visit • Make follow up telephone call, and if required arrange further visit and training • Collect broken sets and arrange repairs • Deliver replacement sets to existing clients >What kind of person are you looking for? • Someone patient • IT knowledge an advantage but not essential • Full, clean driving licence • Good communicator >What’s in it for me? • Full training • Full expenses • The chance to gain valuable experience within a national charity • Provide support to blind and partially sighted people within your community **Please note that a full CRB check (provided by us) is required for this position** **This role requires a full, clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle** For more information please contact steven@blind.org.uk Find out about us, our products and services and much more at www.blind.org.uk

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Book Assistant

Cancer Research UK (Rosemount Shop)

To help maintain the book section. Must have an interest in books. For more information please contact: Anne MacLennan, Shop Manager, tel.: 01224 624361 or pop in to the shop to dicuss.

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Window and shop display assistant

Cancer Research UK (Rosemount Shop)

Window and shop display assistant For more information please contact: Anne MacLennan, Shop Manager, tel.: 01224 624361 or pop in to the shop to dicuss.

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Committee Members

Early Intervention

Early Intervention is a neurodivergent safe space for neuro divergent children and their families. A non-judgmental environment where you can be your true authentic self. Managed by volunteers we offer specialist support - Speech and Language therapy, Music Therapy, Pet therapy, and opportunities for children up to 9 years old to socialise with their neurokin whilst empowering them to embrace their identity, we also offer opportunities for semi structured play, arts and crafts and sensory messy play. Early Intervention is a volunteer-led organisation which has been providing services to neurodivergent children and their families since February 2022. This is an exciting time to get involved with us as we are seeking to develop the services we offer and to look at making the transition to becoming a Scottish Charity. Looking for people to help us take Early Intervention to the next stage. People who can help us to sharpen the governance of the organisation to make us into the kind of organisation we aspire to be. This opportunity would be attractive to someone with experience of committee work, or people, who want to gain experience in managing and developing an organisation. Over the next year we intend to make an application to become a Scottish Charity and this will be a good opportunity to become familiar with this process. Early Intervention offers the opportunity to get involved with an organisation with plans to do great things to support neurodivergent children and their families. There is a great reward in being involved in this. Although experience of committee work is desirable, full training will be offered to interested suitable candidates. We look forward to you getting in touch for an initial chat. For more details please contact Linda Lumsden, Early Intervention Founder/Volunteer at email: info@earlyintervention.org.uk or telephone: 07867 524150.

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Team Jak Ambassadors

Team Jak Aberdeen

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved. Team Jak Ambassadors can have different roles including family support and fundraising, including - raising awareness and fundraising opportunities such as bag packs, helping at a merchandise stand and collection buckets in supermarkets, schools, colleges, shopping centres and concerts. We will be hosting a number of larger fundraising events in Aberdeen throughout the year with the aim to raise £70,000 to open our Jak’s Den in Aberdeen. Family support roles can be rewarding and involve anything from playing with the children during our activity days and at our child and teenage groups, to making tea and coffee at our support sessions, talking with parents, sorting out merchandise bags and delivering to our newly diagnosed warriors in hospital, and preparing items for events. Volunteers receive initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. Team Jak have an Awards scheme and we hold a yearly event dedicated to thanking our volunteers and celebrating their success. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Caitlin Stewart (Children, Young Person and Family Coordinator) at email caitlin@teamjak.org.uk or phone.: 07852 877157/ 01506 412302

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Family Support-Team Jak Ambassadors

Team Jak Aberdeen

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved. Team Jak Ambassadors can have different roles including family support and fundraising, including - raising awareness and fundraising opportunities such as bag packs, helping at a merchandise stand and collection buckets in supermarkets, schools, colleges, shopping centres and concerts. We will be hosting a number of larger fundraising events in Aberdeen throughout the year with the aim to raise £70,000 to open our Jak’s Den in Aberdeen. Family support roles can be rewarding and involve anything from playing with the children during our activity days and at our child and teenage groups, to making tea and coffee at our support sessions, talking with parents, sorting out merchandise bags and delivering to our newly diagnosed warriors in hospital, and preparing items for events. Volunteers receive initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. Team Jak have an Awards scheme and we hold a yearly event dedicated to thanking our volunteers and celebrating their success. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Caitlin Stewart (Children, Young Person and Family Coordinator) at email caitlin@teamjak.org.uk or phone.: 07852 877157/ 01506 412302

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Vaccination Support Volunteers

Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership

We are looking for individuals to take up an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of the vaccination programme for COVID-19 and Flu vaccines in Aberdeen city. Working with the team at the Aberdeen City Vaccination Centre in the former John Lewis site in the city centre, you will be an integral part of the team supporting the flow of patients through the centre and providing help to the public where required. Duties will include greeting patients as they attend the centre, assisting those with mobility issues as they move through the centre, and escorting patients to other areas (i.e. toilet facilities) where required. You may also be asked to help with restocking of supplies, assist with queue management, and support the team with other tasks where required. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ali Macaulay, Support Manager at email: alison.macaulay@nhs.scot or tel.: 07790 713260.

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Fund and Awareness Raisers

The Teapot Trust (Aberdeen)

Teapot Trust is a Scottish charity providing a UK wide programme of art therapy and creative interventions for chronically ill children in hospitals and hospices. We have a team of professional art therapists working across Scotland and London, including Royal Aberdeen’s Children's Hospital. We are currently looking for volunteers to raise awareness and help to increase our presence in Aberdeen. Teapot Trust want to recruit representatives to volunteer at local events such as tea parties, sponsored runs/walks and give talks about the work we do. Volunteers could also help run an arts and crafts table, manage collecting cans and sell merchandise. We always welcome new fundraising ideas and will provide support and training depending on the event. Depending on skill set we are looking for a volunteer to manage other volunteers on a local basis. Excellent support is provided to all volunteers. A member of staff from Teapot Trust will explain to new volunteers what is required for each role and give training for relevant areas. There will be a named member of staff volunteers can also contact if they require support or wish to discuss their volunteering role. Fantastic opportunities to assist and help the Teapot Trust make a real difference for children and young people in Aberdeen. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Kirsty Moore at E Mail: info@teapot-trust.org or Tel: 0131 273 4340.

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Breastfeeding Peer Support Volunteers (Aberdeen Maternity Hospital)

NHS Grampian

Breastfeeding Peer Support Volunteers provide competent, friendly, proactive support in their local communities and / or in the postnatal wards at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital and Dr Grays. Our confidential service provides evidence based information and support from mothers who have personal experience of breastfeeding and / or expressing for their child(ren) to mothers, parents and other service users to support them to meet their personal feeding goals. An excellent opportunity to help with the NHS. For further information please contact Emma at email: gram.breastfeedingsupport@nhs.scot

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Archie Foundation Volunteers

ARCHIE Foundation

The Archie Foundation exists to make the difference for children and their families accessing local NHS healthcare and in bereavement. By working with our NHS colleagues, child development and childcare professionals, Archie provides a lifeline of support for local children and their families. Whatever age you are, and whatever your background is, if you have an interest in supporting the work that we do we would love to hear from you! There are many activities that volunteers can help us with, here are just a few examples: • Place and gather back in our collection cans – lots of pennies soon mount up and make a huge difference. • Administrative support in our donor care office – writing thank you letters and cards to let our donors know how appreciated they are. • Volunteering at events, both on the day and to help us plan for their success. • Delivering leaflets and putting up posters on community noticeboards. • Staffing a stall at a local market or community centre to help spread the word about the work we do. • Speaking on behalf of the charity at community events. • Assisting with our supporters/groups e.g.: knitting and craft groups who • Organising your own fundraising events with friends and family. • Training to become a Volunteer Responder as part of Archie’s Child Bereavement Service team. All help from people volunteering makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For full details and links for volunteering with us please visit https://archie.org/volunteer/ or email hello@archie.org

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Archie Foundation Volunteers

ARCHIE Foundation

The Archie Foundation exists to make the difference for children and their families accessing local NHS healthcare and in bereavement. By working with our NHS colleagues, child development and childcare professionals, Archie provides a lifeline of support for local children and their families. Whatever age you are, and whatever your background is, if you have an interest in supporting the work that we do we would love to hear from you! There are many activities that volunteers can help us with, here are just a few examples: • Place and gather back in our collection cans – lots of pennies soon mount up and make a huge difference. • Administrative support in our donor care office – writing thank you letters and cards to let our donors know how appreciated they are. • Volunteering at events, both on the day and to help us plan for their success. • Delivering leaflets and putting up posters on community noticeboards. • Staffing a stall at a local market or community centre to help spread the word about the work we do. • Speaking on behalf of the charity at community events. • Assisting with our supporters/groups e.g.: knitting and craft groups who • Organising your own fundraising events with friends and family. • Training to become a Volunteer Responder as part of Archie’s Child Bereavement Service team. All help from people volunteering makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For full details and links for volunteering with us please visit https://archie.org/volunteer/ or email hello@archie.org

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Dementia Café Volunteers

The Living Well Project

*Dementia Café Volunteers* We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic and caring volunteers who can help us at the Living Well Cafés we have at Newhills Church, Bucksburn AB21 9SS, Oldmachar Church, Bridge of Don AB22 8PR, High Church Hilton, Aberdeen AB24 4NQ and Ferryhill Parish Church, Aberdeen AB11 6UD. You will receive ongoing training and support including Dementia Friends Sessions, working in partnership with Alzheimer's Scotland and NHS Grampian to help you understand what dementia is and how it may affect people. This is a great opportunity to help make a real difference and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information about volunteering with us please contact Jeanette Abel on 07512 141818 or Linda Rendall on 07927 541029 or email us at cafe@thelivingwellproject.org.uk

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General Assistants

North East Sensory Services (Aberdeen Services)

Volunteers provide much needed support for our activities and services through a variety of volunteer assignments. We are always happy to hear from people who can offer some time be it an hour a week or a couple of days a week. Volunteers are currently involved in a range of assignments which offer them an opportunity to use their skills or maybe learn new ones. We are currently looking for volunteers to become involved in... -Clubs and Social Groups -Admin and Clerical Support -Fundraising Events -Helping in our Charity Shop and Store -Computing Activities -Assisting in our AudioService -Running our Fitness Room -Visiting people in their own homes -Outings and Holidays -Our Resources Centres -Guiding Running -HELLO Centre (Home Entertainment Lending Library) -Doing odd jobs (painting etc.) -Driving for our clients -Befriending We would like to hear from anyone who feels they have something to offer. Some people feel they have time to spare but don't really know what they can do. We want to hear from them and will take time to explain our services and opportunities available. Full support and training is provided. Please contact us on Email: linda.fachie@nesensoryservices.org or Tel.: 0345 271 2345 for more details.

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M26 Road to Recovery

M26 Road to Recovery

We work with males over the age of 26 years who have had a drug or alcohol problem. Our aim is to give people back their self esteem and a purpose in life away from addiction. We do this through a variety of ways such as having monthly outings e.g.: fishing gorge walking, bowling. We also do a community garden. This helps people give something back to their communities and helps break down stigma. We meet on a Tuesday from 12-2.30pm. We also do a Thursday from 10am-12.30pm which is a drop-in with activities such as board games and arts and crafts. We have opportunities for people to volunteer to help out at the groups. It is very enjoyable, rewarding and you would gain good experience and make a very positive difference. All help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference to people and the community. For further details please contact: Aileen Goymer-Davidson on: aileengoymer@hotmail.co.uk

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Pool and Snooker Club Volunteer Helpers

Inchgarth Community Centre

Inchgarth Community Centre provide a fantastic programme of activities for the community with the tremendous help of volunteers. Inchgarth has over 170 sessions of activity per week-serving every age group and section of the community. As a big and vibrant community centre, we offer a large range of activities for all ages and welcome a range of charities at the community centre. We have a great opportunity for people to help as Pool and Snooker Club Volunteer Helpers. We are looking for motivated people to join our Pool and Snooker Club. It is running on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 3pm and volunteers can assist at any or all of these times. In this role, you will play games of pool/snooker with our members, organise games and wee tournaments. You will also engage with the members talking, helping people to get teas and coffees and have fun! All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out more, join our amazing team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: please email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: https://www.inchgarth.co.uk/volunteer.html

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Thursday Phoenix Club Befrienders (1-3pm)

Inchgarth Community Centre

Inchgarth Community Centre provide a fantastic programme of activities for the community with the tremendous help of volunteers. Inchgarth has over 170 sessions of activity per week-serving every age group and section of the community. As a big and vibrant community centre, we offer a large range of activities for all ages and welcome a range of charities at the community centre. We have a great opportunity for people to help as Thursday Phoenix Club Befrienders (1-3pm). The Phoenix Club is a wonderful social club for adults with learning or physical disabilities, where people have fun and socialise together. Every Thursday from 1pm-3pm, the club meets at Inchgarth Community Centre to play pool, video games or board games, to sing karaoke or paint. We are seeking new volunteers for the club and for befrienders. Your role would be to take part in activities, play pool and board games with our members, take people to the cafe and have a hot drink. No experience necessary we just need you to be friendly and enthusiastic. We want our Phoenix Club members to feel special during this fantastic club and you could be that difference in people’s lives. It is also a good opportunity to improve your communication skills, to gain experience working with people with learning and physical disabilities and to help the community grow. You will also be joining team Inchgarth that was awarded the highest award in the country by Her Majesty the Queen via the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, a collective MBE for all team members who volunteer. Be part of this fantastic centre and the wonderful Phoenix club. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out more, join our amazing team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: please email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: https://www.inchgarth.co.uk/volunteer.html

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Newsletter Production & Poster Making Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

With so many classes at the centre, loads of new things taking place, events, shows, opportunities, we would love to have a monthly newsletter and e-bulletin to send to our users, partners and members. You could also create flyers & posters for our upcoming events and new activities/classes. This a great opportunity to develop your creative skills (Design, Writing) & gain experience in project management. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/

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Inchgarth Community Garden Helpers

Inchgarth Community Centre

We are keen to create a community garden space and are looking for people interested in gardening, willing to learn or to teach. Want to be part of a social group, have fun and not afraid of having your hands dirty? This is an opportunity for you then! Things you would do: *Planting flowers, plants, vegetables, trees. *Making areas with bird houses, feeding trays *Keeping the place tidy. *Putting nice ornaments in place. *Sourcing benches for people to sit and relax *Watering the plants *Coming up with ideas to make the place look nice *Hanging baskets around the centre *Making our grounds look nice, tidy, colourful People would meet on Tuesday, but feel free to come any day as the garden will require attention everyday. This is a great opportunity to learn/teach how to garden, spend time outside, meet new people. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/

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Group Coordinator (Aberdeen)

MS Society (Aberdeen Branch)

Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community. We are looking to recruit a Group Coordinator for our Aberdeen group. As our local Group Coordinator you’ll take the lead in making sure your local group works as effectively as possible. You’ll recruit, induct and support other group volunteers to make sure your group’s activities meet the needs of your local MS community. You can see a video about one of our Group Coordinators here. In this role you’ll be able to develop your leadership, management, communication, organisation and motivation skills. To find out more about what services this group currently offer please go to https://volunteers.mssociety.org.uk/group-coordinator Time Commitment We estimate this role will need around 5 hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role. This is a great opportunity to gain experience within a large charity and develop your existing skills and learn new ones. We need you to get involved and help make positive changes to the lives of people affected by MS. About you You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be confident using Microsoft Office, the internet and email. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services. You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the Aberdeen area to carry out this role. Apply online or for further information contact simon.moran@mssociety.org.uk The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.

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Community Engagement Facilitator

St Andrews First Aid

Being a Community Facilitator is all about delivering a variety of lifesaving first aid skills in community engagement workshops and projects, within local communities, and primary and secondary schools. A lot of these projects involve talking about and demonstrating the basics of first aid to community groups that can include children, young people, and vulnerable adults. An example of events you could be delivering a first aid talk and demo to, are primary and secondary schools, small university groups, local community groups, charities, summer fairs, shopping centres. Some of the skills you could be teaching include how to provide CPR and apply a defib, different bandages and how to use them, and basic information on various health conditions. Not only that but all the training needed, is provided by us at no cost to you! A fantastic opportunity to help. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Naomi Sutton, Community Engagement Officer at email naomi.sutton@standrewsfirstaid.org.uk or telephone 0141 332 4031 Ext: 2274.

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Volunteer Trustees

The Breadmaker (part of Aberdeen Day Project charity)

The Breadmaker, as part of the Aberdeen Day Project (a registered charity) is an artisan bakery and coffee house. Located in Aberdeen City we produce and sell a range of quality handcrafted breads and confectionary to wholesale and retail customers alike with the purpose of providing a range of work placements, training and social activities for adults with learning disabilities (apprentices) who can otherwise experience exclusion and isolation in society. As Volunteer Trustees/Directors you would help maintain the objectives and aims of the Breadmaker to include and empower people who attend the charity to play a full and active role in the community, reduce isolation, increase friends/social life, increase confidence and self esteem of individuals who have a learning disability. We would especially be appreciative of people to join our Board of Trustees who have a professional background, people who come from HR, IT, Marketing, Care, Counsellor background etc. Our Board of Trustees meetings take place monthly and there is also an Annual General Meeting. An exciting and fantastic opportunity to volunteer at an award winning social enterprise/charity, working alongside our CEO and senior management team to enhance apprentices/people we support lives. For more information please contact Donald Anderson, CEO at email donald.anderson@thebreadmaker.org.uk or tel.: 01224 641520.

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Befriender Volunteer-Inspire

Inspire

Inspire have opportunities for people to assist as Befrienders. Befriender Volunteers allow individuals supported by Inspire to have regular contact with a volunteer who shares their interests and with whom they can carry out activities, such as going for coffee, going to the cinema or even going with them to the football. A befriender is someone who will make a regular commitment to an individual supported by Inspire, to come with them to events or do activities with them, but will also be there to listen and talk with and share experiences. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity where you will make a vital contribution to the work of Inspire and the people we support in the North-east of Scotland and be part of a friendly and supportive team. For more details please contact: Volunteer Co-ordinator tel: 01224 280005 / volunteering@inspiremail.org.uk

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Health Practice Learning Environment Volunteer

RGU

Volunteers assist with the education and training of health care students . Helping students develop confidence in aspects such as: -volunteers playing the part of a service user or family member to help students in their communication and interview skills. -non-invasive clinical procedures such as students taking volunteers blood pressure and temperature. This helps in the training of Nursing & Midwifery, Physiotherapy, OT, Radiography, Dietetic, Pharmacy and Social Work students. For further details please contact tel: 01224 262905 /Email: f.logie@rgu.ac.uk

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Branch Secretary

National Childbirth Trust (NCT - Aberdeen City and Shire)

Join our branch team in a 'volunteering from home' role, all done around around your own life. It will probably take a couple of hours a week, checking the branch email account, replying to any enquires. A great way to support local parents and carers. NCT Aberdeen City and Shire are a local branch of a national charity, we provide support to parents in the first 1000 days. Our groups and support are open to all. For further details please contact Victoria Ellis at email: aberdeen@nct.org.uk

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Boys Brigade Volunteers

Boys Brigade Aberdeen

The Boys’ Brigade is the oldest uniformed youth organisation in the country. We promote habits which leads young people to be good all round citizens, through an extensive programme. It is rewarding and an honour to watch 5 year old shy children grown into confident young adults, ready to play their part in society. With Covid-19 rules many Companies are looking for additional volunteers to help run the different Sections separately. Helping out in a BB group with children and young people can make all the difference to young lives – meaning happier young people, happier communities and a society that values the contribution that we can all make; young, old or in-between. We call our volunteers “leaders” because they guide a course for children and young people. *What do volunteers do? There are lots of different ways that you can help. We work with boys and girls from all backgrounds and of all faiths, and with those with no faith. Most of our volunteers come along for a couple of hours a week in the evening and get involved with one or more of our four age sections: Anchors, Juniors, Company, Seniors. We need volunteers to help children with activities, games, sport, arts and crafts, hobbies, music etc. Whatever you can help with is greatly valued. We also want volunteers who will be able to relate to young people and over time, become adults they can trust and talk to. *I can't help every week, do you still want me? Yes! The beauty of volunteering with the BB is that you can be flexible, and if you can only help out once a month, or even once a year at the annual camp then we are happy to welcome you. *What is the age limit? You can volunteer from 14+ as a Young Leader, with a wider range of roles for those aged 18+. There’s no upper age limit. We really do welcome applications from all ages. *Do I have to be Christian? Some churches where BB groups are based like leaders to be members of that church, but are happy that certain roles are performed by people who are in sympathy with the Christian basis of the BB. Other than that, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and cultures. There are BB groups in and around Aberdeen, looking for volunteers, from Cove to Balmedie, Powis, Northfield, Woodside and the Bridge of Don, and everywhere in between. There will be a group near you who will welcome and greatly appreciate your help. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and communities. For further information please contact Andy Cowie at email: acowie999@btinternet.com or tel.: 01224 7903248 / 07715279478.

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Talkable Service Volunteers

Talkable

Talkable offers a talkline to anyone affected by panic or anxiety. We currently have a range of ways that you can help as a volunteer as we continue to grow and provide ever more vital support to people. Opportunities to join our team of volunteers include: *Phoneline Volunteers – you will be required to provide anxiety relief over the phone to our service users. *Phoneline Team Leader – you will be required to manage the phoneline volunteers as well as be available on the phone. *Message Line Volunteers – you will be required to provide anxiety relief to our service users over our Facebook page, full training will be given. *Promotion Volunteers – you will be required to create social media posts and reach out to companies to make our services known more. *Funding Volunteers – you will be required to help come up with funding ideas to support our vital services. *Policy Assistance Volunteers - we are also looking for a volunteer(s) who can help us with policy work. Excellent support and any relevant training is provided to all volunteers. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information about any of these volunteer roles or any other ways you wish to help us as a volunteer please contact Chelsea Birkett at E Mail: recruitment@talkable.online or tel: 07999 453655.

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Comradeship Circles Volunteer Facilitators

Age Scotland Comradeship Circles (Aberdeen & Grampian)

The Comradeship Circles service aims to reduce loneliness by offering older members of the ex-service community the opportunity to enjoy regular group camaraderie by telephone. A Comradeship Circle will host typically six people on the same day and time each week to chat about a range of topics and interests over the phone. A Technical Support Volunteer or Supervisor will be on hand to connect everyone and ensure the call runs smoothly. We are looking for facilitator volunteers who will join the group phone calls, which last up to an hour, helping to facilitate discussion, developing resources to enrich Circles in response to member's interests. Currently this role is home-based and access to either a landline or mobile is required. • Main tasks include - Welcoming members to the circle and to facilitate group discussions and ensuring all members have a chance to participate. Creating and developing engaging resources in response to circle participant’s interests. • Reporting any concerns or issues with the circles to Supervisor. 1-2 hours per week at the same time each week (with some flexibility for cover) over a 6 month minimum period. For more information please contact Caroline McDonald, Comradeship Circles Coordinator at email: caroline.mcdonald@agescotland.org.uk or tel.: 0131 378 7206.

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Community Connectors

Age Scotland (Grampian Area)

Our statistics have revealed that 218,000 over 50s in Scotland say they feel lonely all or most of the time. As people get older, it can be harder to maintain social connections. Retirement, bereavement or moving somewhere new can leave people feeling lonely and isolated. That's where you come in! The Age Scotland Community Connecting Service aims to connect older people across Scotland to social groups and clubs in their local community. As a Community Connector you'll help to combat loneliness and social isolation by providing older people companionship and information on social opportunities over the phone. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ashley Marr, Age Scotland Friendship Manager at email: ashley.marr@agescotland.org.uk or telephone: 03333232400.

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Community Connectors

Age Scotland (Grampian Area)

Our statistics have revealed that 218,000 over 50s in Scotland say they feel lonely all or most of the time. As people get older, it can be harder to maintain social connections. Retirement, bereavement or moving somewhere new can leave people feeling lonely and isolated. That's where you come in! The Age Scotland Community Connecting Service aims to connect older people across Scotland to social groups and clubs in their local community. As a Community Connector you'll help to combat loneliness and social isolation by providing older people companionship and information on social opportunities over the phone. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ashley Marr, Age Scotland Friendship Manager at email: ashley.marr@agescotland.org.uk or telephone: 03333232400.

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Community Connectors

Age Scotland (Grampian Area)

Our statistics have revealed that 218,000 over 50s in Scotland say they feel lonely all or most of the time. As people get older, it can be harder to maintain social connections. Retirement, bereavement or moving somewhere new can leave people feeling lonely and isolated. That's where you come in! The Age Scotland Community Connecting Service aims to connect older people across Scotland to social groups and clubs in their local community. As a Community Connector you'll help to combat loneliness and social isolation by providing older people companionship and information on social opportunities over the phone. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ashley Marr, Age Scotland Friendship Manager at email: ashley.marr@agescotland.org.uk or telephone: 03333232400.

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Community Connectors

Age Scotland (Grampian Area)

Our statistics have revealed that 218,000 over 50s in Scotland say they feel lonely all or most of the time. As people get older, it can be harder to maintain social connections. Retirement, bereavement or moving somewhere new can leave people feeling lonely and isolated. That's where you come in! The Age Scotland Community Connecting Service aims to connect older people across Scotland to social groups and clubs in their local community. As a Community Connector you'll help to combat loneliness and social isolation by providing older people companionship and information on social opportunities over the phone. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ashley Marr, Age Scotland Friendship Manager at email: ashley.marr@agescotland.org.uk or telephone: 03333232400.

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Volunteer Trustees

Zero Waste Aberdeen

We are a young democratically run organisation that needs to grow. At the moment we are a small group working at projects that reduce waste and we intend that Aberdeen and Shire become zero waste areas. That is, that everything we use becomes part of a circular economy and is not discarded needlessly to be tipped or burned. Currently, our main projects are :- *Go Green Café *Trash to Treasure *Men's Sheds *Planting Fruit Trees for Community Benefit These worthy projects are undertaken alongside family and work commitments but we need to do more if we are to make inroads to the waste we generate each day. That presents exciting opportunities for volunteers. Our next step then, is for more 'Trustees' to join with us to take on an officer of the board role, or to become an ordinary member and help steer the way forward to a successful reduction of waste to zero. If you’re/for more information then please do get in touch with Brian Allan at email brianaltenscc2@gmail.com or tel.: 07751275757.

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Befrienders for Young People with Cystic Fibrosis

Butterfly Trust (Aberdeen & Grampian)

The Butterfly Trust are a Scottish registered charity that offer direct one to one support to people living with Cystic Fibrosis. We are helping to empower people with Cystic Fibrosis in Scotland. This befriending opportunity allows the befriender to make a positive difference for a young person, while also growing their own experience and enhancing their life skills. Our befrienders offer one to one support to a young person aged 8 to 18, who has Cystic Fibrosis. Young people living with this condition have a demanding daily treatment regime at home and sometimes experience limitations that can affect their confidence and ability to cope with the challenges of everyday living. They may also be socially isolated because of their condition. A befriender will meet with the young person every 1 to 2 weeks, to build a trusting one to one relationship. A commitment of at least a year is required - this will allow the young person time, space and a suitable environment to explore their feelings, discuss their fears, develop life skills and grow in the areas where they may be struggling. A great opportunity to make a real difference for people. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. For more details please contact Helen Tew, Volunteer Manager at E Mail: helen.tew@butterflytrust.org.uk or tel 0131 478 1268.

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Mentors

Butterfly Trust (Aberdeen & Grampian)

The Butterfly Trust are a Scottish registered charity that offer direct one to one support to people living with Cystic Fibrosis. We are helping to empower people with Cystic Fibrosis in Scotland. Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, life-limiting, genetically inherited condition with no cure. We are the leading provider of social support to the Cystic Fibrosis community of Scotland, providing face-to-face services for individuals and families, and access to the support needed to ensure they benefit from optimum homecare and enjoy the best quality of life. Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference to the life of someone else, and an opportunity to enhance your own life and build new skills. Mentors offer support to young adults with Cystic Fibrosis in improving socialisation, broadening horizons and exploring concerns to improve self-esteem, enhance coping skills and the person's quality of life. A mentor will meet with a young adult regularly (every 2-3 weeks typically) to build a trusting one-to-one relationship allowing the person to explore their feelings, discuss their aspirations and grow life skills, to support them in achieving goals or just giving them someone to talk to. A commitment of at least a year is important to enable the relationship to develop. A great opportunity to make a real difference for people. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. For more details please contact Dr Miles Tew, Volunteer Manager at E Mail: miles@butterflytrust.org.uk or tel: 07712 606891.

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Charity Trustees

Four Pillars

The Board of Trustees of Four Pillars are looking to recruit new trustees to ensure the Charity can continue to grow and support the LGBT+ community in Grampian. Four pillars currently run a community hub, support and social groups, 1 to 1 support, provide volunteering opportunities and facilitate Grampian Pride. There are lots of ideas in the pipeline for the future. In order to achieve these we are particularly looking for people with previous experience of serving on a charity board and/or with skills and knowledge in one or more of the following: -An understanding of the needs of the LGBT+ community in Grampian -PR social media -Legal knowledge -Fundraising/ event planning We would also like to hear from people currently underrepresented on our board: -People with a disability -People from an ethnic minority For more information or to apply please go to our website www.fourpillarsuk.org/volunteer

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Re-engage Volunteers

Re-engage (Aberdeen and North of Scotland)

Re-engage is a national charity which supports a network of volunteers to run monthly tea parties across the country for isolated people over the age of 75. Once a month on a Sunday afternoon volunteer drivers use their own cars to collect one or two local older people and accompany them to a local volunteer host's home for afternoon tea, friendship and fun. Our guests are generally over the age of 75, living alone in their own homes and socially isolated. We have a fantastic team of volunteers in Aberdeen and have exciting opportunities for new people to join us in helping as volunteers: -Tea Party Hosts: Do you have a few hours to spare once or twice a year? Would you like to host a tea party for a small group of isolated older people and their drivers in your own home? Many older people feel isolated, so our monthly tea parties make a big difference to their lives. Our hosts provide a warm, friendly atmosphere and an afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes for our guests and volunteer drivers. -Volunteer Drivers: We need drivers to take an isolated older person, using their own cars to collect guests and take them to a volunteer host's home. Once there, you will take part in the tea party for a couple of hours with the other drivers and guests before returning your guest home again. It's the same small group of drivers and guests who meet in a different host's home each month establishing a real link of companionship and fun! Come and join us in making a big difference to the lives of isolated older people in your local community. For more details please contact Denise Robson at email denise.robson@reengage.org.uk

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Online Feedback Volunteer

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

We are a non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world. We encourage people to express themselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic! We believe the arts are a great elixir and creativity is our currency. Our ethos is based on 'pay it forward' exchanging the arts for positive and encouraging feedback from our team of art enthused volunteers and encouraging our members also to create a ripple effect. The arts is an area where we are all free to express ourselves , be liberated in a way that we can't in our usual regimented , institutionalised world. It's a place where we don't have to colour within the lines, but we can go over the edges and...well...who knows where that might lead.... We see the arts as emancipation and an area where we can all be unified by transmitting and sharing expression, unified by love, the arts and expression. We know that expressing ourselves through Creativity makes us all feel great and empowered! Fledgling Arts Collective Central believe that there are no 'amateurs' in the Arts & Creativity- WE ARE ALL ARTISTS ; and that the feel good ethos we encourage can really help with issues like building self esteem and helping to lift depression for instance. We are currently recruiting new online support volunteers to support our vital work. Your role will include interacting with online members giving feedback on the creative arts posts they leave in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us. A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com

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Fledgling Online Feedback Volunteer

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

We are a non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world. We encourage people to express themselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic! We believe the arts are a great elixir and creativity is our currency. Our ethos is based on 'pay it forward' exchanging the arts for positive and encouraging feedback from our team of art enthused volunteers and encouraging our members also to create a ripple effect. The arts is an area where we are all free to express ourselves , be liberated in a way that we can't in our usual regimented , institutionalised world. It's a place where we don't have to colour within the lines, but we can go over the edges and...well...who knows where that might lead.... We see the arts as emancipation and an area where we can all be unified by transmitting and sharing expression, unified by love, the arts and expression. We know that expressing ourselves through Creativity makes us all feel great and empowered! Fledgling Arts Collective Central believe that there are no 'amateurs' in the Arts & Creativity- WE ARE ALL ARTISTS ; and that the feel good ethos we encourage can really help with issues like building self esteem and helping to lift depression for instance. We are currently recruiting new online support volunteers to support our vital work. Your role will include interacting with online members giving feedback on the creative arts posts they leave in a positive constructive way. Having a creative, positive and constructive approach will be required. Mentoring will be provided. Spread your wings and come fly with us. A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com

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Fledgling Arts Collective Central-Online Outreach Volunteers

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

We are non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world ,We encourage you to express yourselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic. We are looking for Online Outreach Volunteers who will respond to our members in either a live chat (booked in advance) or via email messaging style. A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com

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Caf4e & Company Lunch Club Volunteers

Caf4e & Company Lunch Club

COME JOIN OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM!! Looking for something rewarding to be involved in? Come volunteer at the Caf4e & Company Lunch Club. The Caf4e & Company Lunch Club is for older people who are wanting to meet others in the local community. It runs on Fridays, once a fortnight (12.30pm – 2.30pm) and we are looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our team of volunteers!! Volunteers can choose to be involved in providing transport, practical tasks (washing up, etc), or hosting tables / socialising. To find out more, please contact the Lunch Club Coordinator Rachel Wallace at Rachel.caf4e@outlook.com

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Lunch Club Volunteers

Caf4e & Company Lunch Club

The Caf4e & Company Lunch Club is working with Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership to address the problem of social isolation among older people in Bridge of Don. The Lunch Club runs once a fortnight on Fridays and provides a nutritious hot meal along with activities and entertainment and the opportunity for members and volunteers to socialise and develop friendships. Volunteers benefit as they find themselves involved in a community where they are able to help others but also receive support, encouragement and friendship. We provide a warm and welcoming environment and volunteers are able to choose which tasks suit them best – driving, social interaction & hosting tables, practical tasks, befriending. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated. To find out more, please contact the Lunch Club Coordinator Rachel Wallace at Rachel.caf4e@outlook.com

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Connections For Life Volunteers

Royal Air Forces Association (Aberdeen)

The RAF Association is a member-led, welfare charity that exists to ensure that all members of the RAF community are supported, when they require it. Our Connections for Life service entails friendship telephone calls from volunteers to beneficiaries within the RAF community who maybe experiencing loneliness, adapting to life after service or just looking for a general chat. We will provide you with all the necessary training so you can rest assured that you will have all the skills you need. As a Connections Volunteer, you will have the support of a dedicated coordinator as your point of contact. A RAF or forces background is not essential, and we welcome applications from all areas of the community. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Craig Anderson, RAF Association Connections Administrator at email: volunteers@rafa.org.uk or telephone: 0800 018 2361.

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Connections For Life Volunteers

Royal Air Forces Association (Aberdeen)

The RAF Association is a member-led, welfare charity that exists to ensure that all members of the RAF community are supported, when they require it. Our Connections for Life service entails friendship telephone calls from volunteers to beneficiaries within the RAF community who maybe experiencing loneliness, adapting to life after service or just looking for a general chat. We will provide you with all the necessary training so you can rest assured that you will have all the skills you need. As a Connections Volunteer, you will have the support of a dedicated coordinator as your point of contact. A RAF or forces background is not essential, and we welcome applications from all areas of the community. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Craig Anderson, RAF Association Connections Administrator at email: volunteers@rafa.org.uk or telephone: 0800 018 2361.

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Support Co-ordinator, Fundraising and Event Volunteers, Marketing Co-Ordinator and PA to our Board Volunteers

Faceyouth SCIO

The Foundation for Advancement of Child Education and Youth Empowerment (FACEYOUTH) is a charitable organization, committed to improving the lives of youths and children in Aberdeen and overseas, using the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, as a framework for action. The organization had its first charity outreach in 2016 and has over the years, impacted people from underserved communities positively, regardless of age, gender, religion and background. For over 5 years, FACEYOUTH has been supporting individuals, families and communities through our various projects - from awarding full scholarships to indigent students to hosting sessions on Mental Health Awareness, with the aim to relieve disadvantage of any sorts and give people the opportunity to lead fulfilling lives. There are a great number of ways you can help support the work of FACEYOUTH as a volunteer. Current volunteer opportunities with us include Support Co-Ordinator, Fundraising and Event Volunteers, Marketing Co-Ordinator and PA to our Board. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Ify Anyaegbu, Founder/Chief Executive at email: faceyouthcharity@gmail.com or tel.:07717346832.

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Pet and Companion (PEACE) Volunteers

PEACE (Pet and Companion)

Do you have an interest in pastoral care, some free time and a lovely, gentle dog? Then volunteering for Pet and Companion (PEACE for short) could be for you and your furry friend! PEACE is a charity providing Canine Therapy along with Pastoral Care for people in need of support and companionship, particularly: the elderly; patients receiving end of life care; students during stressful periods; and vulnerable women. Pastoral Carers and their therapy dogs (PEACE Teams) visit people in need of support and companionship in various locations, including: Care Homes; University and College campuses; and community hubs. Ideally, PEACE Teams will volunteer for a couple of hours a week/fortnight in order to build relationships with the people they visit. The PEACE dog helps to provide a relaxing environment (the basis of canine therapy), while the Pastoral Carer offers both a listening ear and a means of support, happy to talk through any concerns or fears a person may have (pastoral care). The role of a PEACE Pastoral Carer is similar to that of a Chaplain. All Pastoral Carers are therefore Christians, and are comfortable praying and/or discussing their faith with the people they visit, if requested. All PEACE Pastoral Carers receive training in Mental Health First Aid, attentive listening and dementia awareness. Volunteers will also become members of the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme. For information about volunteering or any other enquiries about PEACE, please contact Sarah Jeffrey at email: sarah@petandcompanion.com Further information is also available at www.petandcompanion.com

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Speak out. Stay safe. Volunteers

NSPCC Scotland (Scotland Schools Service)

As one of our trained Speak out Stay safe volunteers, you’ll help us protect a generation of children from abuse and neglect by visiting schools twice a month to give our age-appropriate Speak out Stay safe workshops. You’ll play a vital role, working alongside other volunteers to make sure children understand the different types of abuse and feel empowered to speak out if they’re worried. Last year we spoke to nearly 1.8 million children in almost 8,000 schools, but we’re not done yet! As a Speak Out Stay Safe volunteer you’ll get the opportunity to: • learn valuable new skills • be part of a friendly team of like-minded people • most importantly, make a huge difference to children within your local area. To volunteer please apply online at https://join-us.nspcc.org.uk/volunteers/vacancy/6609/description or contact Natasha Reilly, Schools Coordinator at email: natasha.reilly@NSPCC.org.uk or telephone 0141 465 3672 or 07710 144791.

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Speak out. Stay safe. Volunteers

NSPCC Scotland (Scotland Schools Service)

As one of our trained Speak out Stay safe volunteers, you’ll help us protect a generation of children from abuse and neglect by visiting schools twice a month to give our age-appropriate Speak out Stay safe workshops. You’ll play a vital role, working alongside other volunteers to make sure children understand the different types of abuse and feel empowered to speak out if they’re worried. Last year we spoke to nearly 1.8 million children in almost 8,000 schools, but we’re not done yet! As a Speak Out Stay Safe volunteer you’ll get the opportunity to: • learn valuable new skills • be part of a friendly team of like-minded people • most importantly, make a huge difference to children within your local area. To volunteer please apply online at https://join-us.nspcc.org.uk/volunteers/vacancy/6609/description or contact Natasha Reilly, Schools Coordinator at email: natasha.reilly@NSPCC.org.uk or telephone 0141 465 3672 or 07710 144791.

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Cafe Assistant (Kitchen)

Ferryhill Parish Church

Ferryhill Parish Church operates a great coffee shop in the heart of Ferryhill, which creates a welcoming environment for those who attend for a morning cuppa and also for those who volunteer their services. We are requiring helpers, who can assist in the kitchen, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the kitchen. e.g. preparation of food etc All volunteers are welcome and greatly appreciated. Support, mentoring and learning opportunities will be available as and when required. A brilliant opportunity to help and make a difference in the community. For more details please contact: Rita King (Convenor of the Friendship Team) E-Mail: ritaking39@gmail.com Tel.: 01224 572391 or 01224 213093

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Frame Running Sessions Volunteers

Aberdeen Amateur Athletic Club

Frame running (formerly race running) originated in Denmark in the 1990s. It is an athletics event in which individuals with impaired mobility can walk or run using a special running frame called an ace runner. The running frame is a 3-wheeled frame with handlebars, a chest support and a saddle, but no pedals. Both children and adults take part in frame running, and train for track events from 60m sprints to 1500m events. AAAC are looking for volunteers to help with frame running sessions on Mondays, 4.30-5.30pm at Aberdeen Sports Village. Volunteers will provide 1-to-1 support and encouragement to athletes and help deliver the training programme developed by the lead coach. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary; the club will provide training and mentoring. Knowledge of basic bike maintenance would be helpful. A fantastic opportunity to help and all assistance makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Ruth at email: pathways@aberdeenaac.co.uk

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Chairperson

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss. The board of MISS has 6 charity trustees including the role of Chairperson. Their duties include: - Leading the board - Ensure smooth running of meetings - Promoting good governance among fellow charity trustees - Acting as a spokesperson where required - Approximately 5 hours per month - Chair bi-monthly board meetings This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing charity where you can expand your skills with leading a charity and managing a board as well as make a significant contribution and support your community. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428 Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Chairperson

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss. The board of MISS has 6 charity trustees including the role of Chairperson. Their duties include: - Leading the board - Ensure smooth running of meetings - Promoting good governance among fellow charity trustees - Acting as a spokesperson where required - Approximately 5 hours per month - Chair bi-monthly board meetings This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing charity where you can expand your skills with leading a charity and managing a board as well as make a significant contribution and support your community. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428 Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Chairperson

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss. The board of MISS has 6 charity trustees including the role of Chairperson. Their duties include: - Leading the board - Ensure smooth running of meetings - Promoting good governance among fellow charity trustees - Acting as a spokesperson where required - Approximately 5 hours per month - Chair bi-monthly board meetings This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing charity where you can expand your skills with leading a charity and managing a board as well as make a significant contribution and support your community. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428 Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Operations Assistant Volunteers

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

We are offering a rewarding and exciting volunteering opportunity as an Operations Assistant which will play a key role within the MISS charity as it expands and develops. The successful candidate with be working closely with our Operations Manager and responsible for the following: - Sub-committee support - Research potential funding streams to apply for - General administration support - Assist with preparing support packs & posting - Meeting/events coordination Due to the size of team, it's essential that you have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. As well as this you will thrive working in a small team and be self-motivated, with a strong work ethic. Like working in any small organisation, you will be required to juggle multiple deadlines, so well-honed organisational skills are essential. And lastly, we're keen to appoint someone who can work with diplomacy, has meticulous attention to detail and possesses a warm and friendly demeanour. Number of hours: 5-10 hours per month All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428 Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Operations Assistant Volunteers

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

We are offering a rewarding and exciting volunteering opportunity as an Operations Assistant which will play a key role within the MISS charity as it expands and develops. The successful candidate with be working closely with our Operations Manager and responsible for the following: - Sub-committee support - Research potential funding streams to apply for - General administration support - Assist with preparing support packs & posting - Meeting/events coordination Due to the size of team, it's essential that you have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. As well as this you will thrive working in a small team and be self-motivated, with a strong work ethic. Like working in any small organisation, you will be required to juggle multiple deadlines, so well-honed organisational skills are essential. And lastly, we're keen to appoint someone who can work with diplomacy, has meticulous attention to detail and possesses a warm and friendly demeanour. Number of hours: 5-10 hours per month All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you would like to help/for more details please contact Abi Clarke at email: chair@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428 Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Community Clean-up Volunteers

Clean Up Aberdeen

Clean Up Aberdeen is part of Keep Scotland Beautiful's national mass-engagement campaign Clean Up Scotland. Litter picking clean ups are a great way of bringing people together. Young and old alike can roll up their sleeves together to show that they care about their neighbourhood. Everyone can take part from individuals to schools, community groups and businesses. Clean Ups are great fun and make a noticeable difference to areas. Environmental Services can lend you litter picking tongs, high viz vests, gloves and black bags and will uplift the collected rubbish. All you have to do is pick and bag the litter. For more details, or to get help organising an event call 03000 200 292 or e-mail cleanaberdeen@aberdeencity.gov.uk You can also register a Clean Up of your local community with friends and family, work colleagues or your community group at: https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/environment/clean-aberdeen

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Health and Safety Educator Volunteers

Absafe

If you have a passion for helping others, this opportunity is perfect for you! You will have the chance to educate the children in your community on health and safety matters such as mental well-being, cyber security, water safety, railway safety, and more. You will help give the children the skills they need to navigate everyday risks, as well as help them build character and resilience. So, if saving lives as a part of a dedicated team is something you like the sound of, go ahead and give us an email or call – please contact Charley Pirie, School Co-ordinator at email: charley@absafe.org.uk or telephone 07376302532.

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Treasurer for the Board of Trustees

Absafe

Absafe is a unique safety education charity dedicated to saving lives and reducing harm by instilling a positive safety culture in our communities and inspiring a passion for safety through education and engagement. No one else does what we do locally! Our vision is for a safer future; free from life-changing unintentional injury and harm, with protective communities inspired by a passion for safety, so that no one has to learn by accident. We are passionate about the power of educating in a participative and engaging environment, using fun to create lasting change in children’s lives and in the communities in which they live. We believe in the transformative impact that a positive safety culture can have on the health and prosperity of future generations. Absafe provides health, safety and well-being education and risk awareness. Protecting people and places from harm, helping communities thrive by building a strong positive safety culture, and giving individuals the confidence, skills and attitudes to create a safer future. We deliver a range of unique projects and interactive training programmes designed to inform, instruct and engage to reduce vulnerability to unintentional injury and harm, and support positive decision-making in relation to harmful behaviour. We are looking for a Volunteer Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees, so we are able to continue to deliver education to the children and young people of Aberdeen, we would like you to have an interest in Education, health, safety risk management, and also health and wellbeing. We are a small Charity and every member is important, joining Absafe means that you will be making a real difference to the children and young people of Aberdeen. For more information please contact Louise Richardson, CEO at email: Louise@absafe.org.uk or tel.: 07748654105.

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Volunteer Publishing/PR Assistant

Memmic Foundation

We are publishing/printing a newspaper and are looking for volunteers to train up to assist in this. Is also good for work experience. Should be computer literate and able to write articles etc. Proof reading skills an advantage. For more information about this interesting and exciting opportunity please contact: Paigham Mustafa T: 01224 635616 E: xeitre@hotmail.co.uk

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Scout Group Volunteers

21st Aberdeen (Cults) Scout Group

We’re scouting for talent. You don’t have to be Bear Grylls to volunteer. Use your skills and talents for good and make a difference. Practical, flexible Scouting. Team working in a variety of tasks. Mainly to start new sections for Beavers (6-8) and Cubs (8-10½). To find out more please Email: volunteering21stscouts@gmail.com

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Grampian Credit Union - Directors & Supervisory Committee Members

Grampian Credit Union ltd

*Your Credit Union needs you…...come and help shape the future of Grampian Credit Union!* We have vacancies for Non-Executive Directors, and members of our Supervisory Committee. Information about the available roles, responsibilities and essential skills required for both roles can be accessed on our website at https://www.grampiancreditunion.co.uk/content.asp?section=25&bgc=&sbgc= Volunteering with us in these roles is rewarding and offers the satisfaction of knowing you are helping our Credit Union to grow, develop, and maintain a successful organisation for the common good. Moreover, you will develop and or hone transferable skills. Want to know more about volunteering with us? Contact us via email - admin@grampiancreditunion.co.uk and we will be pleased to hear from you. Also, would you (a member of Grampian Credit Union) like to nominate someone that you think would be interested in our roles? Please contact us via email admin@grampiancreditunion.co.uk OR call us on 01224 561506. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Charity Shop Assistant

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!! Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it. Our shops sell clothes, shoes and accessories, plus an amazing range of interesting bric-a-brac, and vintage items-so whatever you're interested in, we've got it! Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you. A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.

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Sue Ryder-Stockroom Assistants

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!! Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it. We are looking for people to join us as a Volunteer Stockroom Assistant and help us sort, identify and keep track of stock in our shop. At Sue Ryder we are well supported with super goods coming in every day, this means we have a lot to do to sort and clean them to get them on the shop floor. If you've got a methodical mind and know your labels or are willing to learn, put your skills and interest to good use with us by preparing items for sale so they hit the shop floor in style. This is a great opportunity to gain and develop your experience in the competitive retail sector, make new friends, and help Sue Ryder provide incredible care to people living through the challenges of life-limiting conditions. Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you. A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.

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Stockroom Assistants

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

Do you have any spare time throughout the week? And would you like to use it to gain experience, develop skills and meet new people while supporting a wonderful charity? Then we have the role for you!!! Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it. We are looking for people to join us as a Volunteer Stockroom Assistant and help us sort, identify and keep track of stock in our shop. At Sue Ryder we are well supported with super goods coming in every day, this means we have a lot to do to sort and clean them to get them on the shop floor. If you've got a methodical mind and know your labels or are willing to learn, put your skills and interest to good use with us by preparing items for sale so they hit the shop floor in style. This is a great opportunity to gain and develop your experience in the competitive retail sector, make new friends, and help Sue Ryder provide incredible care to people living through the challenges of life-limiting conditions. Sue Ryder shops really needs help whenever you can give it-as little or as much as you like. Good support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you. A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.

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Treasurer, Vice Chair and Welfare Officer Opportunities

Club Sport Aberdeen

ClubSport Aberdeen is a vibrant body directed by the clubs, for the clubs. As an independent charity, we provide a unified voice for sport clubs in Aberdeen at the top level across the city through our relationship with the Active Aberdeen Partnership. Our purpose is not only to provide the AAP with club input and a club perspective on arising matters, but also to ensure that Aberdeen has safe, sustainable and supported clubs. It does so by using expertise from within the club network as well as from partners in the wider network. This gives Aberdeen’s clubs the ability to develop and grow their membership, workforce and structure to provide their members with the best possible experience of the sport. Membership is open to all clubs across Aberdeen, and generally around 70-80 clubs register with us on an annual basis. The board of Club Sport Aberdeen is made up of a board of volunteer trustees who meet regularly to discuss programmes and initiatives that will benefit sports clubs across the city, which includes projects such as the North East Youth Panel and Active Schools Voucher projects. However, we would be keen to support clubs to deliver projects that also impact on mental health, increasing confidence and breaking down barriers to access sport and physical activity. The board currently have vacancies for Vice Chair, Treasurer and Welfare Officer positions to support the work of the board and various projects, with the Vice Chair and Treasurer positions also being charity trustee positions. • TREASURER - Oversee all financial aspects of ClubSport Aberdeen and be responsible for regular reporting to the ClubSport Board and help submit annual reporting to OSCR. • VICE CHAIR - support and deputise for the Chairperson in leading ClubSport Aberdeen in developing and delivering its objectives. • WELFARE OFFICER - responsible for promoting safeguarding throughout ClubSport Aberdeen and working with others to ensure a safe and inclusive environment is achieved. Board meetings take place on a bi-monthly basis, with other meetings scheduled as required. Time commitment would generally be 2-3 hours per month, depending on the meeting cycle and membership processing. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for club and grassroots community sport in Aberdeen. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Mark Pain, Support to the Board of Trustees at email: mapain@sportaberdeen.co.uk or telephone: 07721 727797.

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Treasurer, Vice Chair and Welfare Officer Opportunities

Club Sport Aberdeen

ClubSport Aberdeen is a vibrant body directed by the clubs, for the clubs. As an independent charity, we provide a unified voice for sport clubs in Aberdeen at the top level across the city through our relationship with the Active Aberdeen Partnership. Our purpose is not only to provide the AAP with club input and a club perspective on arising matters, but also to ensure that Aberdeen has safe, sustainable and supported clubs. It does so by using expertise from within the club network as well as from partners in the wider network. This gives Aberdeen’s clubs the ability to develop and grow their membership, workforce and structure to provide their members with the best possible experience of the sport. Membership is open to all clubs across Aberdeen, and generally around 70-80 clubs register with us on an annual basis. The board of Club Sport Aberdeen is made up of a board of volunteer trustees who meet regularly to discuss programmes and initiatives that will benefit sports clubs across the city, which includes projects such as the North East Youth Panel and Active Schools Voucher projects. However, we would be keen to support clubs to deliver projects that also impact on mental health, increasing confidence and breaking down barriers to access sport and physical activity. The board currently have vacancies for Vice Chair, Treasurer and Welfare Officer positions to support the work of the board and various projects, with the Vice Chair and Treasurer positions also being charity trustee positions. • TREASURER - Oversee all financial aspects of ClubSport Aberdeen and be responsible for regular reporting to the ClubSport Board and help submit annual reporting to OSCR. • VICE CHAIR - support and deputise for the Chairperson in leading ClubSport Aberdeen in developing and delivering its objectives. • WELFARE OFFICER - responsible for promoting safeguarding throughout ClubSport Aberdeen and working with others to ensure a safe and inclusive environment is achieved. Board meetings take place on a bi-monthly basis, with other meetings scheduled as required. Time commitment would generally be 2-3 hours per month, depending on the meeting cycle and membership processing. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for club and grassroots community sport in Aberdeen. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Mark Pain, Support to the Board of Trustees at email: mapain@sportaberdeen.co.uk or telephone: 07721 727797.

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Treasurer, Vice Chair and Welfare Officer Opportunities

Club Sport Aberdeen

ClubSport Aberdeen is a vibrant body directed by the clubs, for the clubs. As an independent charity, we provide a unified voice for sport clubs in Aberdeen at the top level across the city through our relationship with the Active Aberdeen Partnership. Our purpose is not only to provide the AAP with club input and a club perspective on arising matters, but also to ensure that Aberdeen has safe, sustainable and supported clubs. It does so by using expertise from within the club network as well as from partners in the wider network. This gives Aberdeen’s clubs the ability to develop and grow their membership, workforce and structure to provide their members with the best possible experience of the sport. Membership is open to all clubs across Aberdeen, and generally around 70-80 clubs register with us on an annual basis. The board of Club Sport Aberdeen is made up of a board of volunteer trustees who meet regularly to discuss programmes and initiatives that will benefit sports clubs across the city, which includes projects such as the North East Youth Panel and Active Schools Voucher projects. However, we would be keen to support clubs to deliver projects that also impact on mental health, increasing confidence and breaking down barriers to access sport and physical activity. The board currently have vacancies for Vice Chair, Treasurer and Welfare Officer positions to support the work of the board and various projects, with the Vice Chair and Treasurer positions also being charity trustee positions. • TREASURER - Oversee all financial aspects of ClubSport Aberdeen and be responsible for regular reporting to the ClubSport Board and help submit annual reporting to OSCR. • VICE CHAIR - support and deputise for the Chairperson in leading ClubSport Aberdeen in developing and delivering its objectives. • WELFARE OFFICER - responsible for promoting safeguarding throughout ClubSport Aberdeen and working with others to ensure a safe and inclusive environment is achieved. Board meetings take place on a bi-monthly basis, with other meetings scheduled as required. Time commitment would generally be 2-3 hours per month, depending on the meeting cycle and membership processing. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for club and grassroots community sport in Aberdeen. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Mark Pain, Support to the Board of Trustees at email: mapain@sportaberdeen.co.uk or telephone: 07721 727797.

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Volunteer Driver(s)

Woodside Fountain Community Centre

*Can you help driving members to our bingo group – all help greatly appreciated* Woodside Community Centre is looking for people to drive members from their homes in various locations across the city, to the centre to play bingo on a Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evening. The minibus is parked in the car park at the Woodside Fountain Centre, Marquis Road, Aberdeen. Good support is provided to all volunteers and all help makes a real difference. For further details, please contact Angela McPherson, Secretary on 07802 838277 or email angelamcpherson355@yahoo.co.uk.

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Market Garden Volunteers

TAMS - The Allotment Market Stall

The Allotment Market Stall provides good-quality, well-priced, locally grown fruit and vegetables and reduces waste. We have opportunities this season for volunteers to be a part of developing our nature friendly market garden. To join in with the cultivation of a nature friendly market garden (approx. 2 hours Friday lunchtime or Sunday afternoon throughout the year. We are flexible regarding how many shifts. It can be every week or just a one off according to your availability). Would suit someone who enjoys outdoors and nature and wants to be part of a community project promoting local food growing. Main tasks involve: • Help make and plant up our no dig beds. • Sowing seeds and looking after them. • Planting and tending fruit and veg. • Garden maintenance and DIY. Full training will be given. Volunteers will be accompanied and supported at all times. This is a great opportunity to: • Make a difference in your city and the environment. • Be a part of a community of growers. • Learn gardening skills. For more details please contact us at email: theallotmentmentmarketstall@gmail.com

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Volunteer Drivers

Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen

Foodbanks in Aberdeen provide emergency food and vital support to local people experiencing crisis in Aberdeen City. Every day people go hungry for reasons ranging from redundancy, poverty to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income. The Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen coordinates food banks in the city while guiding users towards services that can help prevent people becoming reliant on these resources. Partners include, Community Food Initiatives North East (CFINE), Instant Neighbour Trust and Aberdeen Cyrenians. As well as providing emergency food, all partners are committed to promoting employment, signposting to money advice, debt management and household budgeting services, and other sources of support to develop resilience and help people to move on and out of poverty. We are currently recruiting Volunteer Drivers to help in our vital work. This will include assisting with aspects such as deliveries of produce to the Food-Bank Partnership base in Poynernook Road, Aberdeen and to our partner outlets across the City. If you can spare a few hours to help with this or wish to discuss any other volunteer opportunities we currently have please get in touch. This is a great opportunity to be involved in an exciting partnership, gain good experience and make a real difference to local communities in Aberdeen. For further details please contact us at: e-mail: e-mail: volunteersupport@cfine.org tel.: 01224 596156.

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Playgroup Volunteer

Danestone Community Centre SCIO

Busy Bees Playgroup is looking for an enthusiastic, person who enjoys working with children. This opportunity is to help support our 2 Playgroup Leaders. A variety of activities would be included in this role, from playing games, painting, craft making and most importantly having FUN ! Busy Bees is a small playgroup with up to 20 children aged between 2 yrs and pre-school nursery age. A fantastic and enjoyable opportunity to help and gain good experience in a dynamic Playgroup and Community Centre. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference. For more details please contact: Lyndsay Johnstone E Mail: danestonecentre@btinternet.com / tel.: 01224 828333

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Events Volunteers

Music4u

Music 4 U is a registered charity and inclusive provider of performing arts classes in Aberdeen. We currently have fantastic opportunities for people to assist us through helping at our fundraising events - setting up, selling raffles, overall help for the events. A tremendous opportunity to assist with a great charity and be part of exciting events. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Natalie Burness, Fundraising & Events Co-ordinator at email: fundraising@m4u.org.uk

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Charity Trustees

Aberdeen in Recovery (AiR)

Aberdeen in Recovery (AiR) was granted Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) charitable status in March this year. We are now looking to find talented, passionate and skilled people to fill some vacant seats on our Board of Trustees to help us grow and develop our innovative and solution focused new charity. This is a unique opportunity to help lay the foundations to ensure AiR has a long-term future as a charity with solid processes in place to ensure it meets its mission of: “To be a bridge from ‘dependence’ to ‘independence’ for the individual seeking to recover from problematic substance use and addictive behaviours”. This is such an exciting and invigorating prospect for individuals to get involved and be participant in the tsunami of change which is now gaining momentum and being driven by “Experts by Experience” and the vibrant Lived Experienced Communities which are blossoming, not only locally but are now established as a national phenomena. Since its conception, AiR and its members have worked tirelessly to establish and build collaborative relationships with professional services and third sector support agencies. We have consistently driven the message that individuals who have personal lived/living experience of active substance use, including Family members who have been affected by the addictive behaviours of a loved one, and the Recovery Communities they represent have something valid, essential and extremely beneficial to bring to described Recovery Orientated Systems of Care (ROSC). We can provide existing services and clinical structural systems with resources, skills and capabilities that they, no matter how much effort, time and money they invest, will never be able to offer or provide. So, it gives the greatest of pleasure to see this is now recognised on the highest levels that “Recoverists” can productively contribute to the design, development and delivery of truly person-centred ROSC. This being evidenced by the vision, philosophy and content of the Scottish Governments “Rights, Respect and Recovery” Drug and Alcohol Strategy. We also believe it is reaffirmed by the recent success in being granted funding from the Government’s National Development Fund, with our principle partner Alcohol and Drugs Action (ADA), for our ‘Recovery Peer Pathway’ joint two-year project. This collaborative venture will build on three years of pilot work to further establish and build proactive and productive Developmental Pathways within ADA and their Volunteer network while in synergy with AiR membership for individuals who desire to initiate change in their behaviours and outlook as they progress on their recovery journeys within, and imperatively out-with, statutory and formal support services. We believe that the blue sky thinking behind this project categorically and emphatically fits with the expectations, outcomes and concepts of the above Government policy. So, if you have lived experience, or a stakeholder interest, and a passion for recovery and are willing to give of yourself that another may learn, you will not find a better opportunity to indulge your appetite than from within Aberdeen in Recovery. For more information please contact Dermot Craig, Recovery Community Development Manager at E Mail: dermot@aberdeeninrecovery.org or tel.: 01224 638342 / Mobile: 07751 213108.

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Administrator

Aberdeen Civic Forum

Aberdeen Civic Forum represents the views of communities in Aberdeen on the Community Planning Partnership. We have an opportunity for someone with administrative skills to assist the Office Bearers in ensuring that the Civic Forum reflects and advocates the views of communities in Aberdeen as effectively as possible and is able to contribute effectively to Community Planning in Aberdeen. We would hope this person could minute the meetings of the Civic Forum. Training will be provided if necessary. You will be helping to make sure that all the communities of Aberdeen have their say when plans are made for the future of the City of Aberdeen. This opportunity is in a friendly working environment based throughout the city, with meetings most often taking place in the city centre. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Jonathan Smith, Chairperson at E Mail: civicforumaberdeen@gmail.com

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Befriending

Legion Scotland (North of Scotland)

Do you have one hour a week to spend with a lonely or isolated ex-serviceperson? Could you brighten someone's day by visiting them for a cup of tea and a chat, or meeting them in a cafe or community space? Could you take someone along to one of our lunches or activities, and be a 'trusted friend' they can turn to when they are in need of help or advice? Our befrienders offer the lifeline of companionship, and relay any issues or needs to a local coordinator so they can be dealt with quickly and reliably. Our clients are ex-service people and their dependents (men and women). Our service covers the whole of Scotland, and we are recruiting now across the north east. In return you will gain valuable experience, enjoy our comradeship programme and have mileage and approved expenses reimbursed.

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Befriending

Legion Scotland (North of Scotland)

Do you have one hour a week to spend with a lonely or isolated ex-serviceperson? Could you brighten someone's day by visiting them for a cup of tea and a chat, or meeting them in a cafe or community space? Could you take someone along to one of our lunches or activities, and be a 'trusted friend' they can turn to when they are in need of help or advice? Our befrienders offer the lifeline of companionship, and relay any issues or needs to a local coordinator so they can be dealt with quickly and reliably. Our clients are ex-service people and their dependents (men and women). Our service covers the whole of Scotland, and we are recruiting now across the north east. In return you will gain valuable experience, enjoy our comradeship programme and have mileage and approved expenses reimbursed.

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Befriending

Legion Scotland (North of Scotland)

Do you have one hour a week to spend with a lonely or isolated ex-serviceperson? Could you brighten someone's day by visiting them for a cup of tea and a chat, or meeting them in a cafe or community space? Could you take someone along to one of our lunches or activities, and be a 'trusted friend' they can turn to when they are in need of help or advice? Our befrienders offer the lifeline of companionship, and relay any issues or needs to a local coordinator so they can be dealt with quickly and reliably. Our clients are ex-service people and their dependents (men and women). Our service covers the whole of Scotland, and we are recruiting now across the north east. In return you will gain valuable experience, enjoy our comradeship programme and have mileage and approved expenses reimbursed.

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Volunteer Activities Assistant

ENABLE Scotland (Aberdeen)

Do you agree that every person who has a learning disability should have the choice and control to live the life they choose? Aberdeen ENABLE Branch are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to help at their weekly 'Pop Club' for adults with a Learning Disability from all over Aberdeen. The Branch has been running social activities in the city for nearly 60 years and there are currently around fifty members of the club. There are a number of tasks on the night at the club such as: welcoming people arriving and collecting money, making tea and coffee and serving tables, playing music, interacting with members of the club and seeing members off safely and tidying the hall afterwards. Activities Volunteers are required to help with these tasks on the night. The club meets fortnightly on a Friday night at the Rosemount Community Centre in Aberdeen (AB25 2NS) from 7.00 until 9.30 Throughout the volunteering opportunity you will gain new skills and experience working with people who have a Learning Disabilities, their families and carers. You will also have lots of fun helping to create an enjoyable experience for all involved. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with Aberdeen Branch policy. Volunteers will be given an induction by the Branch Committee. If you are interested but would like to visit the Pop Club for a 'taster session' - this can be arranged as well. For more details please contact: Jessie Gordon, Aberdeen Branch Secretary Tel No: 01224 873936/ 07845463299

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Music School Volunteers

The North East of Scotland Music School

Interested in Classical Music and Jazz? Want to volunteer for North East of Scotland Music School? If you have expertise in financial management or experience of events management then we would love to hear from you. In return for volunteering your time you will have opportunities to attend concerts and recitals, to meet renowned musicians and to contribute to the cultural life of Aberdeen. Don’t know who we are? Visit our website: www.nesms.org.uk A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity where all help is always greatly appreciated. To discuss getting involved please contact: Gráinne Cullen, Administrator North East of Scotland Music School, 21 Huntly Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TJ email: nesms@dsl.pipex.com tel. 01224 649685 website: www.nesms.org.uk

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Aberdeen Women's Alliance Lead Group Volunteers

Aberdeen Women's Alliance

Aberdeen Women's Alliance are a small, local, charity that was set up in 2004. Our aim is to enable Aberdeen womens' voices to be better heard by decision-makers. Since 2013 we have also run a successful local women's history project. Most recently during the pandemic, we have worked with our partners to make sure some disadvantaged women are having their basic needs met. We are keen to recruit some women to become new members of the Lead Group. Our Lead Group oversees our governance much like a Board or Management Committee. If you're interested in finding out more, please in the first instance email awainfo@btinternet.com

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Macmillan Buddy Volunteers

Macmillan Cancer Support (North of Scotland)

People living with cancer tell us they need emotional support to feel less isolated and lonely and sometimes need some help with practical tasks that they are temporarily having trouble with. By choosing to join us as a Buddy volunteer, you’ll be doing something amazing for people in these extraordinary times, so they can continue to feel connected to the world outside. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer. There are two types of buddy volunteer: -Community Buddy: provides face-to-face support in the community or in people’s homes to alleviate loneliness and help with simple practical tasks. and -Telephone Buddy: provides telephone support to alleviate loneliness and social isolation for people living with cancer -What we're looking for: *Good listener and clear communicator *Patient, flexible and reliable *Ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding whilst maintaining boundaries *Good IT skills in order to access required systems and resources *Understand the need to maintain confidentiality -What you can gain from this opportunity: *Meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference *Use and develop your communication and people skills *Have a rewarding experience making a difference to people living with cancer *Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out your role, and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines) All volunteer help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference. For further details/to apply please visit: https://volunteering.macmillan.org.uk/opportunities/200-macmillan-telephone-buddy-scotland-2022-09-27 or contact Leigh Watt, Macmillan Cancer Support Volunteer Services Delivery Lead (North Scotland) at Email: LWatt@macmillan.org.uk / telephone: 07801307003.

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Macmillan Buddy Volunteers

Macmillan Cancer Support (North of Scotland)

People living with cancer tell us they need emotional support to feel less isolated and lonely and sometimes need some help with practical tasks that they are temporarily having trouble with. By choosing to join us as a Buddy volunteer, you’ll be doing something amazing for people in these extraordinary times, so they can continue to feel connected to the world outside. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer. There are two types of buddy volunteer: -Community Buddy: provides face-to-face support in the community or in people’s homes to alleviate loneliness and help with simple practical tasks. and -Telephone Buddy: provides telephone support to alleviate loneliness and social isolation for people living with cancer -What we're looking for: *Good listener and clear communicator *Patient, flexible and reliable *Ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding whilst maintaining boundaries *Good IT skills in order to access required systems and resources *Understand the need to maintain confidentiality -What you can gain from this opportunity: *Meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference *Use and develop your communication and people skills *Have a rewarding experience making a difference to people living with cancer *Receive an induction, relevant training, the support you need to carry out your role, and agreed out-of-pocket expenses (reimbursed within our guidelines) All volunteer help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference. For further details/to apply please visit: https://volunteering.macmillan.org.uk/opportunities/200-macmillan-telephone-buddy-scotland-2022-09-27 or contact Leigh Watt, Macmillan Cancer Support Volunteer Services Delivery Lead (North Scotland) at Email: LWatt@macmillan.org.uk / telephone: 07801307003.

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Food Co-op & Foodbank Volunteers

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

Support to local food co-ops and providing a fresh fruit service to schools. Opportunities to assist in customer service at food co-op base, community outlets and through Foodbank Base. Good support is provided to all volunteers. Induction and start up training. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated For further information please contact: e-mail: volunteersupport@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156

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Physical Activity Leaders

Scotland Versus Arthritis - Aberdeen City

Scotland Versus Arthritis is looking for individuals willing to lead short health walks in your area, lead on other physical activities, or facilitate virtual support groups. Full training and on-going support for volunteers will be available. We are also looking for expressions of interest from anyone keen to become an instructor of Tai Chi or Qi Gong for arthritis. The current Covid restrictions have meant that for many the wait for treatment may be a year or more away. Painkilling prescriptions are seldom more than a temporary relief. Support and exercise can however offer a better way to self-manage the daily on-going pain and fatigue. In readiness for the eventual lifting of lockdown we are asking, can you spare an hour or two each month to help? Please contact your local Development Officer, Dr. P. Neville, p.neville@versusarthritis.org or phone 07501 501114 for details.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

Become a Mentor and #BeTheBridge for a Young Person Do you have just one hour per week to meet with a like-minded young person in school and chat about hobbies, interests and career aspirations you have in common? Mentoring charity MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to sign up and support a young person in one of six Aberdeen schools: Dyce Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Lochside Academy, Northfield Academy and St Machar Academy. Meeting weekly, for a minimum of one year, volunteers can help a young person they are matched with to build confidence, aspirations and work towards a strong post-school destination. Not only does the pupil benefit, but the mentor gains a number of life skills and, most importantly, a friend for life. There are no qualifications required and full training is provided. All MCR asks is that mentors are over 21 and are there consistently for their young person. The signup process can be completed online and the MCR team will be on hand to guide you through each step of the way. You can #BeTheBridge between potential and possibility. There are so many young people who need a mentor that’s there just for them. For further details / to register your interest please visit https://mcrpathways.org/aberdeen/ or contact our Mentor Services Team in Aberdeen at email aberdeen@mcrpathways.org / tel.: 07709249661.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

Become a Mentor and #BeTheBridge for a Young Person Do you have just one hour per week to meet with a like-minded young person in school and chat about hobbies, interests and career aspirations you have in common? Mentoring charity MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to sign up and support a young person in one of six Aberdeen schools: Dyce Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Lochside Academy, Northfield Academy and St Machar Academy. Meeting weekly, for a minimum of one year, volunteers can help a young person they are matched with to build confidence, aspirations and work towards a strong post-school destination. Not only does the pupil benefit, but the mentor gains a number of life skills and, most importantly, a friend for life. There are no qualifications required and full training is provided. All MCR asks is that mentors are over 21 and are there consistently for their young person. The signup process can be completed online and the MCR team will be on hand to guide you through each step of the way. You can #BeTheBridge between potential and possibility. There are so many young people who need a mentor that’s there just for them. For further details / to register your interest please visit https://mcrpathways.org/aberdeen/ or contact our Mentor Services Team in Aberdeen at email aberdeen@mcrpathways.org / tel.: 07709249661.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

Become a Mentor and #BeTheBridge for a Young Person Do you have just one hour per week to meet with a like-minded young person in school and chat about hobbies, interests and career aspirations you have in common? Mentoring charity MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to sign up and support a young person in one of six Aberdeen schools: Dyce Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Lochside Academy, Northfield Academy and St Machar Academy. Meeting weekly, for a minimum of one year, volunteers can help a young person they are matched with to build confidence, aspirations and work towards a strong post-school destination. Not only does the pupil benefit, but the mentor gains a number of life skills and, most importantly, a friend for life. There are no qualifications required and full training is provided. All MCR asks is that mentors are over 21 and are there consistently for their young person. The signup process can be completed online and the MCR team will be on hand to guide you through each step of the way. You can #BeTheBridge between potential and possibility. There are so many young people who need a mentor that’s there just for them. For further details / to register your interest please visit https://mcrpathways.org/aberdeen/ or contact our Mentor Services Team in Aberdeen at email aberdeen@mcrpathways.org / tel.: 07709249661.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

Become a Mentor and #BeTheBridge for a Young Person Do you have just one hour per week to meet with a like-minded young person in school and chat about hobbies, interests and career aspirations you have in common? Mentoring charity MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to sign up and support a young person in one of six Aberdeen schools: Dyce Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Lochside Academy, Northfield Academy and St Machar Academy. Meeting weekly, for a minimum of one year, volunteers can help a young person they are matched with to build confidence, aspirations and work towards a strong post-school destination. Not only does the pupil benefit, but the mentor gains a number of life skills and, most importantly, a friend for life. There are no qualifications required and full training is provided. All MCR asks is that mentors are over 21 and are there consistently for their young person. The signup process can be completed online and the MCR team will be on hand to guide you through each step of the way. You can #BeTheBridge between potential and possibility. There are so many young people who need a mentor that’s there just for them. For further details / to register your interest please visit https://mcrpathways.org/aberdeen/ or contact our Mentor Services Team in Aberdeen at email aberdeen@mcrpathways.org / tel.: 07709249661.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

Become a Mentor and #BeTheBridge for a Young Person Do you have just one hour per week to meet with a like-minded young person in school and chat about hobbies, interests and career aspirations you have in common? Mentoring charity MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to sign up and support a young person in one of six Aberdeen schools: Dyce Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Lochside Academy, Northfield Academy and St Machar Academy. Meeting weekly, for a minimum of one year, volunteers can help a young person they are matched with to build confidence, aspirations and work towards a strong post-school destination. Not only does the pupil benefit, but the mentor gains a number of life skills and, most importantly, a friend for life. There are no qualifications required and full training is provided. All MCR asks is that mentors are over 21 and are there consistently for their young person. The signup process can be completed online and the MCR team will be on hand to guide you through each step of the way. You can #BeTheBridge between potential and possibility. There are so many young people who need a mentor that’s there just for them. For further details / to register your interest please visit https://mcrpathways.org/aberdeen/ or contact our Mentor Services Team in Aberdeen at email aberdeen@mcrpathways.org / tel.: 07709249661.

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Volunteer Mentors (Aberdeen Schools)

MCR Pathways (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)

Become a Mentor and #BeTheBridge for a Young Person Do you have just one hour per week to meet with a like-minded young person in school and chat about hobbies, interests and career aspirations you have in common? Mentoring charity MCR Pathways are looking for volunteer mentors to sign up and support a young person in one of six Aberdeen schools: Dyce Academy, Harlaw Academy, Hazlehead Academy, Lochside Academy, Northfield Academy and St Machar Academy. Meeting weekly, for a minimum of one year, volunteers can help a young person they are matched with to build confidence, aspirations and work towards a strong post-school destination. Not only does the pupil benefit, but the mentor gains a number of life skills and, most importantly, a friend for life. There are no qualifications required and full training is provided. All MCR asks is that mentors are over 21 and are there consistently for their young person. The signup process can be completed online and the MCR team will be on hand to guide you through each step of the way. You can #BeTheBridge between potential and possibility. There are so many young people who need a mentor that’s there just for them. For further details / to register your interest please visit https://mcrpathways.org/aberdeen/ or contact our Mentor Services Team in Aberdeen at email aberdeen@mcrpathways.org / tel.: 07709249661.

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Morning Community Café Volunteers

Searchlight Scotland

Searchlight Scotland organises a Coffee Morning every Friday from 10am-12pm at the Junction Café (5 Bon-Accord Terrace, Aberdeen AB11 6DP), in collaboration with The Junction Church. Our community café is open to everyone, especially vulnerable people and parents with children. People can relax, have a coffee and a chat with our case workers. Our main aim is to provide to the community a free space where everyone can feel comfortable and have a first contact with us if they need our support. We have great opportunities for people to help volunteering at the Coffee Mornings and provide a smile to our customers. Main duties are: • Welcome and chat with customers. • Help serve drinks and cakes. • Create a relaxing environment. • Assist with activities. • Help tidy up the Cafe' after closing. A fantastic opportunity to assist in a Community Café that provides an important and welcoming place where people can come together. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. If you wish to volunteer or for any further details please contact Eva D’ Amico, Volunteer Coordinator at email: eva.d'amico@searchlightscotland.org or telephone.: 07927371717. More details are also available at our website: https://www.searchlightscotland.org/volunteer

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Volunteer Administration Assistants

Hilton Convention Centre (part of the Jesus House Aberdeen Church Charity)

The Hilton Convention Centre is part of the Jesus House Aberdeen Church Charity. Our facilities in support of our charitable and community work include an excellent conference centre, multipurpose hall, business centre, library and resource centre, office space for short or long term rents. We also provide business support services. We currently have great opportunities for people to assist us volunteering as Volunteer Administration Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity to help, gain experience and be part of a great team. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Oghosa Igiehon at email: info@hiltonconventioncentre.com or telephone 01224 588884.

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Playgroup Support Volunteers

Aberdeen North Parish

This is a fantastic opportunity to use current child care and hospitality skills or to develop new ones. The playgroup is well attended and is a wonderful atmosphere. Duties include helping with setting out toys, craft activities, snacks and occasional help with teas and coffees for parents/carers. There is opportunity to develop skills in leading craft, story time and games if desired. Volunteers would engage with the children during free play, being mindful of health and safety, modelling sharing, praising children's creative ideas etc. Volunteers would be warm and welcoming to parents and carers encouraging them to engage in play with their children and stepping in to play while parents/carers have a chance for a cuppa. Duties also include tidying up, cleaning the assigned toy set , and putting away toys and crafts. This is a joyful, fun team who work hard to ensure the children and families have a positive and enjoyable experience while they are with us. You would be a welcome member of our team. This is a term time opportunity on Thursday's. The group runs from 1pm until 2:30pm. Volunteers are needed from 12:30 until 3pm each week. If you are interested in helping and for more details please contact Claire van Geete, Children and Families Development Worker at email: CVanGeete@churchofscotland.org.uk or tel.: 07526465105.

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Comradeship Circles Technical Support Volunteers

Age Scotland Comradeship Circles (Aberdeen & Grampian)

The Comradeship Circles service aims to reduce loneliness by offering older members of the ex-service community the opportunity to enjoy regular group camaraderie by telephone. A Comradeship Circle will host typically six people on the same day and time each week to chat about a range of topics and interests over the phone. A Volunteer Facilitator or Supervisor will be on every call to encourage discussion and ensure the conversation flows. We are looking for Technical Support Volunteers who will ensure the smooth running of the Comradeship Circle by connecting veterans to the call, monitoring connection throughout the hour, and updating the contact management database. This role is home based and requires access to a laptop, headphones and the internet. Main tasks include dialling in the veterans and connecting them to the circle an updating the charity database. 1-2 hours per week at the same time each week (with some flexibility for cover) over a 6 month minimum period. For more information please contact Caroline McDonald, Comradeship Circles Coordinator at email: caroline.mcdonald@agescotland.org.uk or tel.: 0131 378 7206.

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Volunteer Mentors

ProjectScotland (part of the Volunteering Matters Family)

ProjectScotland supports young people to reach their potential through tailored support, the opportunity to experience the benefits of a volunteering placement themselves and the support of volunteer mentors. This is a national programme which we have recently secured funding to deliver in the Aberdeen area. As a guide -6-month commitment – 1 hour weekly although this will be flexible and may fluctuate to meet mentor and mentee availability, this meeting would ideally be face to face however given the COVID situation many matches are virtual using email/telephone/video chat/WhatsApp. In the role you may be assisting a young person to identify personal goals and aims and support them to work towards these in a planned and thought through way. e.g building self-esteem, feeling more confident in social situations, expressing themselves effectively, recognising personal strengths. In other matches you might be working on softer outcomes such as helping them to develop life skills, routine, planning for the day, managing their time effectively and in many cases just checking in to make sure all is well and they are doing alright. For further information please contact Emma Hanlon, Mentor Manager at email: emma.hanlon@volunteeringmatters.org.uk or tel.: 07746938237.

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Poppyscotland Bud Heritage Volunteers

PoppyScotland (Aberdeen)

*About Bud: Bud is Poppyscotland’s brand new vehicle for exploration and learning, a truck that transforms into a mobile community space, comprising a mini poppy factory, micro-museum and with interactive learning opportunities. Bud is an interactive experience that encourages visitors to create their personal remembrance journey through exploring the exhibits. It is helping us keep remembrance relevant all year round. *About the opportunity: As a Bud Heritage Volunteer, you will support the delivery of the Bud project when Bud is in your area. This could see you supporting in one of the key tasks below: -Welcome members of the public and groups (schools, girl guides, brownies, cubs, cadets etc.) visiting Bud on their arrival -To deliver activities both indoor and outdoor as planned by the Bud team -To assist with evaluation of Bud by encouraging feedback and collecting data -To be flexible in the performance of the post and undertake duties requested by the Bud team -Support the staff team in set up and take down at visits and events. Support staff in the delivery of activities with schools, groups and public visitors *Benefits for you: -Having access to appropriate training for the role -You will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of new people -Building on your existing skills and developing new ones -Being part of a friendly, committed team -Attending local events A fantastic opportunity to help PoppyScotland and be part of the exciting Bud Project. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. *What’s next? For further information or to express your interest in this opportunity, please get in touch either *Online – www.poppybud.org.uk/volunteer , * Email – volunteer@poppybud.org.uk or *Phone – Sandra Comrie – 0141 773 6221.

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Pace Makers

Heart Research UK (Grampian Area)

Help us take on Scotland’s single biggest killer! Help us build up the pace in Scotland by sharing our badges and displaying posters across your local area; playing your part in the future of Scottish medical research and taking on heart disease. Our Heart of Scotland Appeal is a fundraising campaign to raise and spend money in Scotland on vital medical research into the prevention, treatment and cure of heart disease. 41 people die every day in Scotland from cardiovascular disease and we know that the death rate from coronary heart disease is almost 50% higher than for the South East of England. This isn’t fair and we want to change this. We will provide posters for you to display in your local shops, community centres, libraries, supermarkets, pharmacies and doctors surgeries to help us reach as many people as possible. The Heart of Scotland Appeal is backed by internationally acclaimed Scottish fashion designer, Christopher Kane. Christopher has designed four unique badges featuring the words Love, Care, Brave and Life. We can send you a box of badges to sell to friends, family and colleagues for donations, as well as asking local shops if they will have a box of badges on their counter (that we can then send out to them directly). Join our network of volunteer Pace Makers and help us get everyone wearing a Heart of Scotland badge. Together we can keep those we love around for longer. For more information please contact Pamela Hook at E Mail: fundraisingadmin@heartresearch.org.uk or tel.: 0113 234 7474.

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WaterAid Speaker Network Volunteers

WaterAid (Aberdeen & North East)

WaterAid Speakers are trained volunteers that deliver inspiring talks and workshops, to raise awareness about the importance of clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene, to transform peoples’ lives for good. Our Speaker volunteers engage audiences about the important work of WaterAid, inspiring them to take action, as they speak with schools, universities, businesses, youth groups, religious places of worship, service organisations, and many more. WaterAid Speakers: •Deliver a minimum of four talks or workshops per year, either online and/or face to face. •Deliver talks or workshops on key days such as: World Water Day on 22 March, World Toilet Day on 19 November, Menstrual Hygiene Day on 28 May and Global Handwashing Day on 15 October. •Contact new audiences to organise and deliver talk and workshop opportunities. •Complete online Speaker Network training and adhere to volunteer guidance and best practise. •Make use of our public speaking resources (such as PowerPoint presentations) included in our Speaker e-newsletter, emails, and online resource library. •Keep up to date with our key messages, appeals, campaigns, fundraising and volunteering. •Regularly liaise with the Speaker Network team about talks and workshops. •Provide feedback on talks or workshops by completing the online evaluations. •Provide support to new Speakers around their public speaking development. •Demonstrate the WaterAid values including being considerate when representing WaterAid and always leaving others with a positive view of our organisation and the work that we do. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. To become a WaterAid Volunteer or for more information please email speakers@wateraid.org

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Befriend a Child Volunteers

Befriend a Child

Local children’s charity, Befriend a Child are looking for kind, caring and reliable people to bring fun, positivity, and new experiences to the lives of children and young people across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. At Befriend a Child we support school-aged children in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire who are growing up in difficult life circumstances. We match them with trained volunteers or ‘Befrienders’ or ‘Mentors’ who act as positive role models to help children develop resilience, self-confidence, and self-esteem. Typically, these are children whose fundamental childhood years have been neglected or lost due to issues outside of their control. Volunteers meet the child on a one-to-one basis and help the children and young people with their self-esteem and confidence and give them experiences they may be unable to have otherwise. Befrienders meet with the children twice a month and mentors meet on a weekly basis. Befriend a Child provides volunteers with full training and support, so volunteers don’t need to have any previous experience working with children. Befriend a Child receives referrals from a number of sources including Education, Social Work, Health and Third Sector partners. We are the only dedicated befriending and mentoring service for children in the Northeast. It’s not just the children who benefit from befriending and mentoring, our volunteers also feel they gain a great deal from the experience. For example, Befriend a Child volunteer Craig feeds back: “Befriending is the biggest achievement of my life, knowing I’ve been a positive influence in someone’s life whilst creating some fantastic memories and experiences. I would recommend it to anyone. It’s a great way to add sunshine into your own life as well as doing the same for others. Many of these children just simply need a friend and so it’s not what you do that is important but the fact that you are doing something together." (Craig Duncan, Volunteer Befriender). If you want to help a local child, make sure to get in touch by emailing us at volunteer@befriendachild.org.uk or visit www.befriendachild.org.uk to find out more.

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Independent Living Service Volunteers (Aberdeen)

British Red Cross (Aberdeen)

For people leaving hospital, adjusting to life at home can be a difficult time. Helping someone get their essential shopping, pick up their prescription or get the heating turned on can make all the difference for them to feel safe at home. This service is available in Aberdeen 7 days a week 9.00am - 8.00pm depending on needs. We would like you to : • volunteer at least 4 hours a week within the above times • to drive and have use of a car if possible, though this is not essential *Why we want you If you are compassionate and like helping and meeting people, then this could be the role for you. Volunteers like you support people who are leaving hospital, helping to build their confidence so that they can continue to live independently in their own home. *What you will be doing • Visit people in hospital as they are getting ready to go home. • Bring people home from hospital. • Help someone settle in when they first arrive home. • Support with shopping and collecting prescriptions. • Help people find further support if they need it. • Keep records of tasks. *The skills you need • Warm and friendly with empathy for others. • Good communication skills. • Encouraging and supportive. • Enjoy meeting and spending time with new people. • Can work independently and as a part of a team. • Able to commit to a regular shift. *What's in it for you • Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team. • A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones. • All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training). • Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training. • An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest humanitarian organisation and the knowledge that you are making a difference to people’s lives. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For full details and to apply please visit: https://volunteer.redcross.org.uk/opportunities/21249-independent-living-service-volunteer-grampian-2021-10-13

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Warehouse - sorting of donations

Instant Neighbour Charity

We rely on donations of good quality, second hand furniture, textiles and bric a brac. in order for this to be sold at a reduced cost, the items need to be checked, cleaned and on some occasions built. By doing this, Instant Neighbour is able to provide a unique service of practical help, advice and emotional support to some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in Aberdeen. Please contact Susan Cheyne, Business Development Manager 01224 489955 email susan.cheyne@instantneighbour.co.uk

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Home Visiting Volunteers

Home-Start Aberdeen

*Home visiting volunteers Every day Home-Start Aberdeen is providing life-changing support to families across the city. Our local community network of trained volunteers helps families with young children when they need us most. Home-Start’s Home Visiting Volunteers work alongside families, offering compassionate and confidential support, tailored to what each family wants and needs. They undergo extensive training and are supported by our expert staff team. Most of our home visiting volunteers have some parenting experience; they understand that family life can be tough sometimes, which is why their support is so valuable to another family. *Our Home Visiting Volunteers: · Visit families weekly in their own homes · Offer friendship, emotional support and practical help and be a regular, reliable presence for families · Reassure families that bringing up children can be challenging and everybody needs help sometimes · Emphasise the positive aspects of family life · Draw on their own experience to help parents develop their skills, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children · Keep children at the centre of the support focusing on their wellbeing and safety and ensuring the best possible outcomes for them *We offer our Home Visiting Volunteers: · Excellent preparation for the role through our Volunteer Preparation training course · Regular and frequent support and supervision meetings, and ongoing help and advice, from a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator · Ongoing training and personal development opportunities · The opportunity to make new friends and build social networks · Involvement in a vital local service which is part of a national and global network Home visiting requires energy, commitment, reliability, creativity and a sense of humour. It can be exciting or challenging but above all it is extremely rewarding and worthwhile. For more information please email: admin@homestartaberdeen.org.uk or telephone: 01224 693 545.

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Shop Volunteers

Home-Start Aberdeen

Home-Start Aberdeen supports local families, who may be vulnerable or suffering from isolation, with emotional and practical support in their own homes. Our charity shop, which raises valuable funds towards our work, opened in 2012. It is located in the heart of the city at 101 George Street, (opposite the old John Lewis store). The shop is always keen to recruit volunteers who might wish to assist with a number of activities, including sorting and pricing stock, arranging window displays, liaising with customers and lending a hand at special promotional events. No prior retail experience is required; our friendly shop staff team provide all volunteers with advice and guidance. Volunteering at the Home-Start Aberdeen shop is therefore an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people and gain confidence. It is also a meaningful way to support Home-Start Aberdeen’s work with local families. For further details please contact Karen Milne, Charity Shop Manager, E Mail: shop@homestartaberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 622390

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Homework Club Asst

St Machar Parent Support Project

Facilitation of homework club (term time) - guidance with homework; purchasing provisions; making snacks. Help with reading, writing and project work

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Volunteer Nightstop Hosts

Aberdeen Foyer

*Do you have room? Do you have a spare room in your home that you’d be willing to open for a young person who has nowhere to stay? Our Nightstop service relies on ordinary people – just like you - with a spare bedroom which they are willing to offer to a guest. We’re looking for Nightstop hosts to volunteer to provide a young person with a safe place to stay, a hot meal, the opportunity to wash and breakfast the next day. Ideally you’ll also provide a listening ear to make a young person feel safe and secure. *Here’s how it works - -Application – Hosts need to be able to offer a young person their own private bedroom, a hot meal, breakfast and a packed lunch if needed. Access to a hot shower or bath and the use of laundry facilities within the host’s home should also be accessible. Hosts who require their young person to be out of the house through the day will be supported by the Nightstop Co-ordinator. Hosts can receive a stipend to cover costs. -Safety Checks - As part of the process, Hosts are required to complete a PVG check; a home visit will also take place. This type of support isn’t right for everyone, Nightstop must be a safe and appropriate option for both young person and the volunteer hosts. -Training - Training covers an introduction to youth homelessness, boundaries, practical tips and safeguarding rules. And we’re always on hand for a supportive phone call. -Matching - Nightstop hosts will be matched with young people, based on things like location, home environment and of course the availability of host. When a match has been made the Nightstop Co-ordinator will support the introduction of young person to the host. -Support throughout stay - Hosts and young people are offered assistance throughout the stay from Aberdeen Foyer’s Nightstop Co-ordinator with the aim that over the course of the stay, Aberdeen Foyer can support the young person to find a more long-term solution to what has taken them to the brink of homelessness. This might involve mediation with family to move back to the family home or help to explore all housing options. Aberdeen Foyer in conjunction with Nightstop offers a holistic approach. We discuss the options for continuing education, training and/or employment options; as well supporting the health and wellbeing of the young person. -Follow-up after stay - When the young person’s stay has ended, the hope is that we will have helped them on to a positive destination. Aftercare in the form of a debrief will be offered to both the host and young person and at this point, Hosts might identify training needs and support required. Hosts can take time off in between hosting one young person to the next. *How to become involved - If you have a spare room that could provide a safe place for a young person we’d love to hear from you. You can get in touch with out Nightstop Co-ordinator by e-mailing nightstop@aberdeenfoyer.com or calling 07467 919813.

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Online Sales Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - 31 Union Street

Do you know your way around online sales websites? Have you got an interest in researching and listing unusual or sought-after items? Or maybe you could help us promote our donated stock via the web to reach more customers online? We require curious people to help us with our online sales and sell a range of donated items on various websites, allowing customers to raise life-saving funds from home. We’ve got dedicated resources to help and assist you with this unique volunteering role. Research the value of our most exciting donations, photograph them for online auction, or package them up to be sold at our online sales HQ. *Say hello to the team: Funding for researchers begins at your local charity shop. Now, more than ever, we are in urgent need of volunteers to enable us to continue our life saving research and help the 7.6 million people in the UK living with heart and circulatory diseases. This wouldn’t be possible without our fantastic volunteers. Our team is welcoming and friendly, and we love meeting people from all walks of life. *Typical tasks include: · Photographing items for listing on various online selling sites · Researching donated items, to gather as much information on unusual items before listing them online – investigative work required! · Getting involved in uploading as much practical information about goods for sale · Packing and posting items to be sent to our online sales HQ / delivered to customers · Helping the Manager to handle online queries from customers *You get a lot from volunteering too: · A chance to work in a friendly team, make new friends & meet a diverse group · The feel-good factor of helping the British Heart Foundation beat heartbreak forever · The time to develop your confidence and interpersonal skills · Gain valuable online selling experience to add to your CV and learn new skills · Flexibility to fit with your lifestyle around your other commitments · Reasonable travel reimbursed in agreement with the Manager · 25% volunteer discount on donated goods (Please note - we are unable to accept volunteers aged under 16 and we cannot accept volunteers with unspent criminal convictions or who are subject to criminal registers/orders). *Here's a little bit more about us: The BHF is here to Beat Heartbreak Forever. We are working towards a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. By 2030, we want to see advances across the spectrum of heart and circulatory diseases; to prevent these conditions from developing and we want those with existing conditions to have better, longer lives. *COVID precautions: We are COVID-secure, following current Government guidance. We provide sneeze screens at till-points, hand sanitiser, disinfectant and face coverings. We maintain a strict cleaning schedule and social distancing in our shops/ stores. *For further details please contact our Shop Manager, Eleanor at E Mail: A18@bhf.org.uk or tel.: 01224 252769.

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Active Schools Volunteers

Aberdeen City Active Schools

*Looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation? Help local children get active? Boost your confidence? Develop important life skills? Enhance your CV?* Active Schools are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support existing activities or develop new ones to enhance the opportunities available to children throughout the City. Whether it’s football, netball, tennis, yoga, dance or multisport, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening. There is a Club out there for everyone! Most volunteers attend activities within their local area on a weekly basis and commitment is from as little as one hour a week. Getting involved in an Active Schools Club will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, the benefits of participating in sport is endless. Aged 12-25? Boost your CV and prospects by joining the Saltire Awards. Gain certificates based on your volunteering and earn extra Young Scot award points for fantastic prizes. Full support is provided to all volunteers. For more details please contact us at email ActiveSchools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Coffee Shop/Bakery Volunteers

The Breadmaker (part of Aberdeen Day Project charity)

The Breadmaker is part of the Aberdeen Day Project - a registered charity, successful social enterprise, artisan bakery and coffee house. We are seeking volunteers who would like to help in a coffee shop/bakery environment and also volunteer with a team to provide training and support for adults with learning disabilities in a working Coffee shop and Bakery environment. An exciting and fantastic opportunity to volunteer in an award winning bakery and help make a real difference for people we support as well. Excellent training and support is provided to all volunteers and all help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Alistair Reid, CPD Manager at email alistair.reid@thebreadmaker.org.uk or tel.: 01224 641520.

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Streetsport Volunteer

Denis Law Legacy Trust Street Sport

Streetsport provides young people across Aberdeen City with the opportunity to play sport for free in a fun and safe environment. We run week night sessions year-round and are looking for volunteers to help at these sessions. Working as part of a team, you will assist with organising and participating in activities while building relationships with the young people that attend the sessions. Volunteering with Streetsport is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in the local communities. In addition to enhancing your CV / excellent experience for future employment, you will also have the opportunity to attend internal and external coaching and training courses. A fantastic opportunity to assist and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Nikki Fyfe, Streetsport Volunteer Officer – Denis Law Legacy Trust at email: n.fyfe1@rgu.ac.uk or telephone: 01224 263681.

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Warehouse Volunteers

British Heart Foundation - Furniture & Electrical Store

If you like to keep active and stay in shape, volunteering in one of our local furniture store warehouses could be the answer you’re looking for. We need helpful and active people to help keep our stock moving from the van to warehouse and onto the store and from store back to the van for delivery! This role involves keeping active but it’s not just moving furniture. There are other opportunities to help our warehouse team such as booking in and checking over stock for sale, putting together our flat packed furniture and testing electrical items. For more information please contact our Store Manager at email: A25@bhf.org.uk or tel.: 01224 432910.

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Clinical Skills Centre Volunteer

RGU

WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP TRAIN THE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS OF THE FUTURE? If the answer is yes then the Volunteer Programme in the Faculty of Health and Social Care needs your help!! We are looking to recruit volunteers of all ages and from all backgrounds to play the role of a service user or assist with the practising of non-invasive procedures such as taking blood pressure. Do you have, or do you live with someone who has, an existing health condition and would be willing to talk to the students about livng with it? If the answer is yes then you could become an “expert” patient. All volunteers will receive a £20.00 gift voucher along with travel expenses and refreshments. As a volunteer you will receive an induction training session where you have the opportunity to meet other volunteers, receive a tour round the Clinical Skills Centre and find out a bit more about the programme. We are also offering a training programme for volunteers which will take place throughout the year. A great opportunity to help and make a positive difference. Any help you give will be greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Fiona Logie on 01224 262905 or f.logie@rgu.ac.uk

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Tea Bar Assistant

Anthony Nolan Trust (Aberdeen)

At Anthony Nolan Trust we work to save the lives of people with blood cancer who need a stem cell (or bone marrow) transplant. We run the country's largest bone marrow register. To help us in this vital work we are currently recruiting volunteers for the beautiful tea bar we have at Aberdeen Sheriff Court, Castle Street, Aberdeen. In this position you will be involved in the smooth running of the tea bar at Aberdeen Sheriff Court. The tea bar is open to staff, lawyers and crown witnesses. Very pleasant surroundings and lovely people. The role involves making and serving teas, coffees, scones, pancakes, etc., for three hours per week/fortnight. A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity. All help makes a real difference helping to raise funds for Anthony Nolan Trust for people with blood cancer who need a stem cell (or bone marrow) transplant. For further details please contact: Katy Forgie at email: katy.forgie@yahoo.co.uk / Tel No: 07763 198873 or 01224 712738.

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Centre Volunteers

Maggie's Cancer Centre (Aberdeen)

Our centres rely on the support of volunteers, so that our Cancer Support Specialists can concentrate on providing our visitors with the support they need. Administration, greeting visitors, maintaining the library area, filling the dishwasher, making cups of tea… there are so many different ways for our volunteers to keep our centres running smoothly. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. To volunteer with us/for more details please contact Kevin Mathieson, Centre Head Aberdeen at email: kevin.mathieson@maggiescentres.org or telephone: 01224 645928.

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Asthma and Allergy Foundation Volunteers

Asthma and Allergy Foundation

There are many benefits of volunteering with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. By volunteering you will meet new people, improve your cv, learn new skills and utilise your current ones and contribute to a great cause and have a positive impact on your local community. The culture of the organisation is suited to open minded individuals who have the potential to help build on the good work of the team. Volunteering might mean you learn greater detail about asthma and allergies, which will certainly be a rewarding experience that will enhance your life skills and help improve the quality of life of others. For volunteers with asthma, it could mean using past experiences and turning them into positive ones by helping others through sharing real-life examples of living with asthma and helping other people learn how to manage their symptoms. All volunteers are welcomed, make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at email: info@asthmaandallergy.org.uk or telephone: 01224 973001.

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Pre-school/Toddlers Group Organisers

Inchgarth Community Centre

*We have exciting opportunities at Inchgarth Community Centre for people to help organise entertainment and activities for our preschool toddlers, find new people to join the group and possibly attend the session to help the group. This is a great opportunity to develop your organisational & customer services skills, and gain experience in group/event management. *When? Thursday, 9.30am-11am (date can change regarding your availabilities) *All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/

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Under 12s Playgroup Volunteers

Northfield Community Learning Association

Northfield Community Centre is a popular and dynamic community centre and registered charity with a range of activities to support people and the community. Our popular P1 to P7’s group (over 50 members) has been running for over 30 years now with the fantastic help of volunteers. We now need / have exciting volunteer opportunities for new people to assist volunteering at the group to keep it going. Activities the children/young people at the group take part in include arts and crafts, play etc. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity which also provides brilliant experience for volunteers. All volunteers are provided with excellent support and any relevant training e.g.: first aid, health and hygiene, basic child protection. All help is greatly appreciated and makes areal difference. If there is anyone out there who would like to help out on a Thursday night from 5.00pm till 7.30pm at Northfield Community Centre, Byron Square, please contact Jacqui Innes, Centre Coordinator at E Mail: jacqui@northfieldcommunitycentremc.org or call 01224 695416.

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Graphic Design Volunteer

Charlie House

*Background Our charity was established to improve quality of life for babies, children and young people in the North East of Scotland who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and to provide support to their families. The Charlie House vision has always been to have a purpose-built facility in Aberdeen to support families in the region. The Charlie House ‘Big Build Appeal’ was established to raise the £8m required to support this long-term goal. The building and planned services provided by the centre will dramatically change the support available to these children and their families locally, when they need it. The 8-bedroom facility will vitally offer parents and carers the chance to recharge their batteries, safe in the knowledge that their children will be in the care of specially trained medical staff. *Role We are looking for an experienced graphic designer to work with us to develop the resources required to deliver the next phase of our Build Appeal. We are due to launch a campaign in March that will see us break ground and begin the build, but first we need to raise the funds. The role of the graphic design volunteer is to assist with the design of the range of resources that we need to communicate the project and secure support from a range of audiences. The resources required include: • Flyers, posters, presentations, and brochures • Social media graphics and other assets for use by Charlie House and our partners • Infographics: transforming our content into impact visuals. • Assets for our website including banners, tiles and images The next phase of the campaign is due to launch in March with some critical resources required by then. We will then phase the development of the resources required to allow us to extend to new audience segments as we progress. You will be working with the Big Build project team, an external creative agency the Charlie House Marketing and Communications team who will provide the Charlie House/Big Build branding, style guideline and creative assets, and oversee consistency across all resources. *The impact you will have Your creative output will shape the next phase of the big Build project, allowing us to reach the £8million target and commence the build of the Charlie House facility. With your help we will be able to continue to provide our team with the tools they need to communicate and secure funding to provide this vital service to the families that so desperately need it. *Time commitment Minimum of 3 hours per week with a minimum commitment of 15 hours to the project. A fantastic opportunity to assist with a major charity in Aberdeen. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Kerry Campbell, HR Manager at email kerry@charliehouse.org.uk or tel.: 01224 313333.

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Graphic Design Volunteer

Charlie House

*Background Our charity was established to improve quality of life for babies, children and young people in the North East of Scotland who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and to provide support to their families. The Charlie House vision has always been to have a purpose-built facility in Aberdeen to support families in the region. The Charlie House ‘Big Build Appeal’ was established to raise the £8m required to support this long-term goal. The building and planned services provided by the centre will dramatically change the support available to these children and their families locally, when they need it. The 8-bedroom facility will vitally offer parents and carers the chance to recharge their batteries, safe in the knowledge that their children will be in the care of specially trained medical staff. *Role We are looking for an experienced graphic designer to work with us to develop the resources required to deliver the next phase of our Build Appeal. We are due to launch a campaign in March that will see us break ground and begin the build, but first we need to raise the funds. The role of the graphic design volunteer is to assist with the design of the range of resources that we need to communicate the project and secure support from a range of audiences. The resources required include: • Flyers, posters, presentations, and brochures • Social media graphics and other assets for use by Charlie House and our partners • Infographics: transforming our content into impact visuals. • Assets for our website including banners, tiles and images The next phase of the campaign is due to launch in March with some critical resources required by then. We will then phase the development of the resources required to allow us to extend to new audience segments as we progress. You will be working with the Big Build project team, an external creative agency the Charlie House Marketing and Communications team who will provide the Charlie House/Big Build branding, style guideline and creative assets, and oversee consistency across all resources. *The impact you will have Your creative output will shape the next phase of the big Build project, allowing us to reach the £8million target and commence the build of the Charlie House facility. With your help we will be able to continue to provide our team with the tools they need to communicate and secure funding to provide this vital service to the families that so desperately need it. *Time commitment Minimum of 3 hours per week with a minimum commitment of 15 hours to the project. A fantastic opportunity to assist with a major charity in Aberdeen. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Kerry Campbell, HR Manager at email kerry@charliehouse.org.uk or tel.: 01224 313333.

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Admin Assistant Volunteers for Aberdeen Mela Festival 2023

Aberdeen Multicultural Centre SCIO

A great opportunity to assist with admin. tasks for a major event - the Aberdeen Mela Festival 2023. Aberdeen Multicultural Centre is a user led charity, dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the diverse communities in Aberdeen. AMC encourages co-operation and integration amongst diverse community groups as well as building harmony and exchanging cultural and language diversity within the communities. The organisation’s vibrant aims are to support communities and the society from social, economic, welfare and environmental perspectives. AMC would like to see greater social integration, remove social isolation organising different cultural activities and improve economic life through community development projects. We are looking for administration assistant volunteer support to help us at the Aberdeen Multicultural Association for a few hours per week over 2 days. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. It is also the opportunity to be part of an important, wonderful, major event in Aberdeen. For further information please contact Ahashan Habib, CEO at email: a.habib@abmc.org.uk or telephone: 07588529412.

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Creative Group Volunteers

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Creative Group Volunteers to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. Do you have a creative skill that you can share with our service users? We are looking for people with skills and knowledge in all areas of the arts who can help us to devise and deliver creative groups and sessions or one-to –one tutoring in all of our Aberdeen services. Anything from creative writing to crochet, upholstery to cake decorating we are welcome to any suggestions. As well as Creative Group Volunteers we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Buddies, Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Mini Bus Driver, Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Music Group Assistant. For further details please contact: Anne McAlister T: 01224 577120 / E-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk

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Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

*Looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation? Help local children get active? Boost your confidence? Develop important life skills? Enhance your CV?* Active Schools are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support existing activities or develop new ones to enhance the opportunities available to children throughout the City. Whether it’s football, netball, tennis, yoga, dance or multisport, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening. There is a Club out there for everyone! Most volunteers attend activities within their local area on a weekly basis and commitment is from as little as one hour a week. Getting involved in an Active Schools Club will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, the benefits of participating in sport is endless. Aged 12-25? Boost your CV and prospects by joining the Saltire Awards. Gain certificates based on your volunteering and earn extra Young Scot award points for fantastic prizes. Full support and training is provided to all volunteers. To find out further information about becoming an Active Schools volunteer, please visit sportaberdeen.co.uk/active-schools/volunteer-with-active-schools/ or contact the team directly at activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

*Looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation? Help local children get active? Boost your confidence? Develop important life skills? Enhance your CV?* Active Schools are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support existing activities or develop new ones to enhance the opportunities available to children throughout the City. Whether it’s football, netball, tennis, yoga, dance or multisport, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening. There is a Club out there for everyone! Most volunteers attend activities within their local area on a weekly basis and commitment is from as little as one hour a week. Getting involved in an Active Schools Club will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, the benefits of participating in sport is endless. Aged 12-25? Boost your CV and prospects by joining the Saltire Awards. Gain certificates based on your volunteering and earn extra Young Scot award points for fantastic prizes. Full support and training is provided to all volunteers. To find out further information about becoming an Active Schools volunteer, please visit sportaberdeen.co.uk/active-schools/volunteer-with-active-schools/ or contact the team directly at activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

*Looking for a fun and exciting way to inspire the next generation? Help local children get active? Boost your confidence? Develop important life skills? Enhance your CV?* Active Schools are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help support existing activities or develop new ones to enhance the opportunities available to children throughout the City. Whether it’s football, netball, tennis, yoga, dance or multisport, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Opportunities are available before school, during lunchtime, after-school or in the evening. There is a Club out there for everyone! Most volunteers attend activities within their local area on a weekly basis and commitment is from as little as one hour a week. Getting involved in an Active Schools Club will help get more children active and give them the opportunity to develop important life skills. Be it making friends, getting active, improving health and mental well-being or gaining self-esteem, the benefits of participating in sport is endless. Aged 12-25? Boost your CV and prospects by joining the Saltire Awards. Gain certificates based on your volunteering and earn extra Young Scot award points for fantastic prizes. Full support and training is provided to all volunteers. To find out further information about becoming an Active Schools volunteer, please visit sportaberdeen.co.uk/active-schools/volunteer-with-active-schools/ or contact the team directly at activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Sport Aberdeen Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

*Active Schools Aberdeen on the lookout for new volunteers to boost local children’s involvement in sport* Sport Aberdeen’s Active Schools team is seeking new volunteers who are eager to play an important role in improving the health and wellbeing of Aberdeen’s young people. The invitation to volunteer extends to anyone over the age of 13 with an interest in sport and a desire to give back to the local community, who is inspired to help young people. Secondary school pupils who opt to volunteer will be accompanied by an adult when helping to deliver sessions. A sportscotland national initiative that aims to provide all children with high quality opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity, Active Schools is delivered in Aberdeen by award-winning charity Sport Aberdeen. The team engages with all local authority primary and secondary schools across the city, with a responsibility to encourage young people to participate in free physical activity sessions and join extracurricular sports clubs. Prior to Covid-19, a notable 89% of Active Schools activities were carried out by volunteers including parents, teachers, students, secondary school pupils and family members. The 2018 to 2019 school academic year saw 891 volunteer deliverers, with some 9588 pupils attending sessions. Eilidh Shanks, former Active Schools volunteer during secondary school, said: “I really enjoyed volunteering for Active Schools. I was involved in helping at netball clubs, holiday activity camps and fun runs. I loved that I got to work with kids of all ages, encouraging them to take part in sport. It was rewarding to see the kids enjoying themselves and improving each week.” Volunteering can also help to shape a career in sport. Rory Anton, former Active Schools volunteer, commented: “During my time volunteer coaching for Active Schools, it really helped me see the power of sport for young people and allowed me as a young coach to develop my leadership capabilities. There are definitely aspects of my job as a Club Development Officer at RGU SPORT supporting the development of our Student Leaders that I couldn’t do without the experience of leading so many sessions for Active Schools.” This is a key opportunity to join a supportive team and individuals will receive full training to ensure safe delivery of all sessions. Those who have the desire to make a difference, acquire new skills and positively impact the lives of local children through sport and physical activity are urged to get involved. To find out further information about becoming an Active Schools volunteer, please visit sportaberdeen.co.uk/active-schools/volunteer-with-active-schools/ or contact the team directly at activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Sport Aberdeen Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

*Active Schools Aberdeen on the lookout for new volunteers to boost local children’s involvement in sport* Sport Aberdeen’s Active Schools team is seeking new volunteers who are eager to play an important role in improving the health and wellbeing of Aberdeen’s young people. The invitation to volunteer extends to anyone over the age of 13 with an interest in sport and a desire to give back to the local community, who is inspired to help young people. Secondary school pupils who opt to volunteer will be accompanied by an adult when helping to deliver sessions. A sportscotland national initiative that aims to provide all children with high quality opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity, Active Schools is delivered in Aberdeen by award-winning charity Sport Aberdeen. The team engages with all local authority primary and secondary schools across the city, with a responsibility to encourage young people to participate in free physical activity sessions and join extracurricular sports clubs. Prior to Covid-19, a notable 89% of Active Schools activities were carried out by volunteers including parents, teachers, students, secondary school pupils and family members. The 2018 to 2019 school academic year saw 891 volunteer deliverers, with some 9588 pupils attending sessions. Eilidh Shanks, former Active Schools volunteer during secondary school, said: “I really enjoyed volunteering for Active Schools. I was involved in helping at netball clubs, holiday activity camps and fun runs. I loved that I got to work with kids of all ages, encouraging them to take part in sport. It was rewarding to see the kids enjoying themselves and improving each week.” Volunteering can also help to shape a career in sport. Rory Anton, former Active Schools volunteer, commented: “During my time volunteer coaching for Active Schools, it really helped me see the power of sport for young people and allowed me as a young coach to develop my leadership capabilities. There are definitely aspects of my job as a Club Development Officer at RGU SPORT supporting the development of our Student Leaders that I couldn’t do without the experience of leading so many sessions for Active Schools.” This is a key opportunity to join a supportive team and individuals will receive full training to ensure safe delivery of all sessions. Those who have the desire to make a difference, acquire new skills and positively impact the lives of local children through sport and physical activity are urged to get involved. To find out further information about becoming an Active Schools volunteer, please visit sportaberdeen.co.uk/active-schools/volunteer-with-active-schools/ or contact the team directly at activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Sport Aberdeen Active Schools Volunteers

Sport Aberdeen

*Active Schools Aberdeen on the lookout for new volunteers to boost local children’s involvement in sport* Sport Aberdeen’s Active Schools team is seeking new volunteers who are eager to play an important role in improving the health and wellbeing of Aberdeen’s young people. The invitation to volunteer extends to anyone over the age of 13 with an interest in sport and a desire to give back to the local community, who is inspired to help young people. Secondary school pupils who opt to volunteer will be accompanied by an adult when helping to deliver sessions. A sportscotland national initiative that aims to provide all children with high quality opportunities to take part in sport and physical activity, Active Schools is delivered in Aberdeen by award-winning charity Sport Aberdeen. The team engages with all local authority primary and secondary schools across the city, with a responsibility to encourage young people to participate in free physical activity sessions and join extracurricular sports clubs. Prior to Covid-19, a notable 89% of Active Schools activities were carried out by volunteers including parents, teachers, students, secondary school pupils and family members. The 2018 to 2019 school academic year saw 891 volunteer deliverers, with some 9588 pupils attending sessions. Eilidh Shanks, former Active Schools volunteer during secondary school, said: “I really enjoyed volunteering for Active Schools. I was involved in helping at netball clubs, holiday activity camps and fun runs. I loved that I got to work with kids of all ages, encouraging them to take part in sport. It was rewarding to see the kids enjoying themselves and improving each week.” Volunteering can also help to shape a career in sport. Rory Anton, former Active Schools volunteer, commented: “During my time volunteer coaching for Active Schools, it really helped me see the power of sport for young people and allowed me as a young coach to develop my leadership capabilities. There are definitely aspects of my job as a Club Development Officer at RGU SPORT supporting the development of our Student Leaders that I couldn’t do without the experience of leading so many sessions for Active Schools.” This is a key opportunity to join a supportive team and individuals will receive full training to ensure safe delivery of all sessions. Those who have the desire to make a difference, acquire new skills and positively impact the lives of local children through sport and physical activity are urged to get involved. To find out further information about becoming an Active Schools volunteer, please visit sportaberdeen.co.uk/active-schools/volunteer-with-active-schools/ or contact the team directly at activeschools@sportaberdeen.co.uk

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Walk Leader

Sport Aberdeen

Want to be involved in your local community getting people active? We are looking for people to lead health walks as part of the Walk Aberdeen programme. Full training is provided in the form of a one day fully recognised walk leader training course. On completion of this the volunteer will have the opportunity to support or lead walking groups in your local community, encouraging others to get active and enjoy some social exercise. This position is a great opportunity to be active in your local area. Full support is available to assist you taking on this role and gradually build the confidence to be a walk leader. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Brian Harrison (Health Walks Coordinator): E. bharrison@sportaberdeen.co.uk / Tel. 01224 047928 / Mobile 07719501361

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Mum and Toddler Group Volunteers

Bethany Christian Trust (Aberdeen)

*Summary of the role: The Mum and Toddler Group aims to lead discussion amongst local women, and provide a space to build connections and community. The children range from 0-4 years old. At this age range, children are active, inquisitive and developing their personalities! The main goal of this volunteering role is playing with and caring for the children. *General responsibilities: • Getting out appropriate toys and games for free play; • Leading simple activities organised by the WFW; • In time, and if they have appropriate experience, volunteers may wish to plan activities or games themselves; • Adhering to training and guidelines given to ensure the safety and well-being of the children. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Stevie Stacy, Homelessness Prevention Coordinator North at E Mail: steviestacy@bethanychristiantrust.com or tel.: 07436251810.

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Volunteer Mentors

Positive Changes (Scotland) CIC - Grace Chocolates RISE Mentoring Programme

Positive Changes (Scotland) CIC-Community Interest Company / Grace Chocolates is a social enterprise supporting women with convictions as they journey towards new beginnings. Our RISE Mentoring Programme inspires, supports and empowers women through a meaningful mentoring relationship whilst working towards their goals and actions set at the beginning of the programme. Mentors receive CPD accredited training, which means that while you are making a meaningful difference to a woman’s life, you will also be furthering your own skills that can be used across different aspects of your life and job. There are also preparation sessions for mentees to ensure that they get the most out of the experience from the outset. Regular support meetings with the mentor coordinator will ensure that everyone is getting the most out of the programme. We are sure that there are amazing potential mentors in our communities across Scotland, and We particularly welcome women with lived experience of the criminal justice system who have made positive changes in their lives and are keen to share the benefits of their experience with others. People living with addictions are welcome to apply but we ask that you have not used for a minimum of 2 years and actively managing any addictions. We would love to hear from anyone who: - Can dedicate the time to support and empower women by committing to mentoring for a minimum of 1 year - Wants to further their own skills and have access to training whilst helping make a difference - Is available for training online on various dates throughout March and April, and can commit to an online training course in your own time - Has the qualities to support women in a range of circumstances. You don't need experience, but you will need to be a good listener, be positive, encouraging and be able to help people set goals and action plans. Here are some quotes from those who have taken part in the programme previously: - Mentee, 2022 - "Every single goal I made, I smashed it and my mentor helped me achieve these!" - Current Mentor - "Ultimately, you have no idea how inspiring and amazing your mentee will be for you, as you work together on their goals. I value the experience of mentoring because these women deserve the time and positive relationship that mentoring brings." The programme is funded by Impact Funding Partners and the Scottish Government. A fantastic opportunity to help. All volunteers make a real positive difference and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Elizabeth McGowan, Mentoring Programme Support Co-Ordinator at email: elizabeth@gracechocolates.co.uk or telephone: 07309719209.

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Street Soccer Scotland Volunteers

Street Soccer Scotland - Aberdeen

Have you ever wanted to volunteer all to do within the concept of Football? Well look no further! Street Soccer Scotland is currently looking for volunteers to join their team. No two days the same, working alongside our players developing them personally and mentally. The role includes working with coaches and players pitch side, monitoring games, inputting data, building relationships with partner organisations. We work with all ages from 10 years old all the way to past retirement . We currently run in Aberdeen: Walking Football, Kids 10-13 Year olds, Street 45 (Women's Programme) and Adult Sessions. Opportunities are available Monday to Friday - Please get in touch with Peter Wood, Programme Co-ordinator at email: peter@streetsoccerscotland.org or telephone: 07487603708, if you would like to know more.

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Phone Friends

Food Train Connects Aberdeen

The role is rewarding and it makes a huge difference to people’s lives. It’s amazing the impact that regular telephone call can have on someone who is isolated or lonely. If you want to make sure that an older person is able to live well in their own home this is a great opportunity to do so. -The Role: • Call the older person you are matched with on a regular basis for a friendly chit chat. • Submit brief records and to report any matters of concern to staff • Keep within the boundaries of the role • To inform Food Train Connects Staff of any accidents, incidents or complaints • To maintain confidentiality • To represent Food Train in a professional manner to our members and the wider community A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering with us/for more information please email: volunteer@foodtrainconnects.org.uk Further details are also available on our website at www.foodtrainconnects.org.uk

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Phone Friends

Food Train Connects Aberdeen

The role is rewarding and it makes a huge difference to people’s lives. It’s amazing the impact that regular telephone call can have on someone who is isolated or lonely. If you want to make sure that an older person is able to live well in their own home this is a great opportunity to do so. -The Role: • Call the older person you are matched with on a regular basis for a friendly chit chat. • Submit brief records and to report any matters of concern to staff • Keep within the boundaries of the role • To inform Food Train Connects Staff of any accidents, incidents or complaints • To maintain confidentiality • To represent Food Train in a professional manner to our members and the wider community A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering with us/for more information please email: volunteer@foodtrainconnects.org.uk Further details are also available on our website at www.foodtrainconnects.org.uk

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Professional Volunteers

Sported (Aberdeen)

We know representation matters, which is why we want our volunteers to reflect the diversity of the community groups we work with. We are actively encouraging applicants from ethnically diverse backgrounds and other minoritised groups to apply as we are currently under-represented in this space. -Who is Sported? We are the UK’s largest network of community groups supporting half a million young people to overcome barriers to reach their full potential. Sported members are led by an incredible group of passionate and dedicated people who do amazing work in their communities, transforming the lives of young people in neighbourhoods across the UK. Where they often lack support or the time is around their organisation’s development and it’s here where you can make a difference. -What will I get out of it? You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more. Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported. -What will I do as a Sported volunteer? You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport. Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network. Travel expenses in line with our policy are covered in the instances in-person meetings occur. -Our roles include: • Short-term placements - Focused on one topic area or specific challenge, placements usually last about 6 sessions. • Long-term placements – Placements span a series of months and encompass multiple topics, or a single complex subject. • One-off support – Kickstarts are semi-structured, informal chats to learn more about a group’s strengths and challenges, and recommend a course of action. • Specific project work, facilitating/delivering webinars and training, or supporting Sported itself plus much more! -Hear more from our volunteers: “I like volunteering because It’s my way of contributing to community development. Sported makes it very easy for me to connect with incredibly interesting and hugely committed individuals who work above and beyond to make a difference in their community – wow!” “If you’re thinking of volunteering for some charity work – whether you’re into sporting activities or not – then I would suggest you contact Sported and you’ll be amazed at what a difference you’ll make.” “The best part is working with organisations that make a difference to people’s lives.” For more information please contact us at: volunteer@sported.org.uk , telephone.: 07557 374886 or visit: https://sported.org.uk/volunteers/

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Cultivate Aberdeen Volunteers

Cultivate Aberdeen

Cultivate your Community! Cultivate Aberdeen has a clear vision to create kind, confident, and connected communities through the power of food growing. How that vision manifests means different things to many people, it belongs to our community and it belongs to you; come and join the conversation and food revolution. For more information and details of how you can get involved as a volunteer with Cultivate Aberdeen please visit https://www.cultivateaberdeen.co.uk/get-involved/volunteer/ , email us at: info@cultivateaberdeen.co.uk or telephone: 01224 034591.

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Charity Shop Volunteers (George Street)

Hand of Solace

Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes volunteering at our charity shop in George Street, Aberdeen: We need Charity Shop Assistants who would meet and serve customers at our shop. Come and support us to raise money to support lonely and isolated people. Any amount of hour is appreciated. Just let us know your availability and we shall fit you in. In return you shall be working with a team of friendly people from diverse groups who are always willing to support each other to ensure the we achieve our goal. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

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Older People Volunteer Befrienders

Hand of Solace

Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes assisting with our Older People Volunteer Befriending Service. Our Older People Volunteer Befrienders are matched on a 1:1 basis with an older person aged 50 and above within the North areas of Aberdeen(including-Stoneywood, Bucksburn, Dyce, Seaton, Northfield and Bridge of Don).Volunteer befrienders visit their befriendees once a week to spend quality time(2-3 hours) with them (which may include support with accessing /attending local activities ) to reduce loneliness and isolation. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

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Retail Volunteer- Aberdeen Danestone 55571/A3

Barnardo's Scotland

Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 shops. Our stores sell lots of great donated & new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. Our retail stores are the face of our charity on the high-street and in local communities. We have loads of amazing stock donated to us every week, and this all needs to be sorted, tagged and put on the shop-floor for sale! Making sure our shops look fantastic is another task you can get involved with. You may also be required to help out on the till too, but we will show you how that works during your time volunteering with us. We value the contribution of everyone who supports Barnardo’s. You will be a friendly face of Barnardo’s by volunteering in one of our shops. It would be great if you could volunteer one shift a week (or even more if you want) but we’re always happy to be flexible to work around your availability. Why we want you: Our amazing team of vibrant & diverse volunteers helps us run over 700 stores. Our stores sell lots of great donated and new goods to help raise vital funds to make a real difference to disadvantaged children, young people and families across the UK. What you will be doing: Work on the till processing sales and returns Prepare stock, including sorting, steaming and pricing Create stylish window displays Replenish stock on the shop floor Stock-take and other administrative tasks The skills you need: Friendly and helpful Happy to be part of an amazing team of staff and volunteers Enthusiastic about the work of Barnardo’s Flexible and willing to do a variety of the shop tasks What's in it for you: Have fun and meet new people Develop skills for your CV including confidence, teamwork and problem solving Make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families Learning and development opportunities through our Volunteer Academy which includes access to Level 2 Qualifications and other accredited courses Full training and experience of working in retail as a volunteer Other information: Minimum age 14 Shop based Location Unit 6,, Laurel Drive, Danestone, Aberdeen, AB22 8HB, United Kingdom Disclaimer We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers. If your skills don't fit the above, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles. If you are unable to apply online through the link on this page, please visit your local store for a paper application form or contact the Barnardo's Volunteering Team on volunteering@barnardos.org.uk

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Activities Volunteer (Aberdeen)

MS Society

Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community. We are looking to recruit an Activities Volunteer for the Aberdeen Group. As our local group Activities Volunteer you’ll help us to set up activities in the area. Whether you’re serving refreshments, talking to people, registering attendees or collecting payments, you’ll be making sure everyone feel welcome. In this role you’ll be able to develop your organisation, communication and team working skills. Most importantly you’ll be supporting your local group to run activities that bring friendship and fun to your local MS Community. About you You’ll have an interest in the MS Society and the work that we do, as well as the enthusiasm to represent both us and our values locally. You will understand the needs of people affected by MS in your area and be sympathetic to the needs and motivations of volunteers. You’ll be able to apply disability, equality and inclusion practices and understand and apply our risk management system. Ideally you’ll understand the local area and organisations that provide local services. You will be reliable and easy to contact and you need to live in or near the area the group to carry out this role. Time Commitment We estimate this role will need up to two hours a week. Our roles are flexible and aim to fit around you. Time commitments for this role may vary depending on your activities. This is an ongoing role. Apply 1. Read through the role description carefully 2. Please apply online The MS Society is committed to promoting diversity. We can only offer roles to over 18s.

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Sea Cadet Volunteer

Bridge of Don Sea Cadets

Bridge of Don Sea Cadets is a friendly, productive and energetic unit within the national Sea Cadet movement. The kids benefit from the support, training and guidance of a dedicated team of voluntary staff, civilian assistants and parental supporters. We are actively looking for new members of staff (18+) to assist in the running of our unit. You have the option of joining as a civilian instructor or as a uniformed member of staff. Civilian Instructor is a role ideally suited to someone who can contribute to the unit but does not wish to enrol as a fully uniformed member of staff. All we ask is that you give up some time every week with the odd weekend throughout the year. Uniformed Staff are responsible for the training of cadets within the Corps. Specialised skills can be developed at Sea Cadet training centres throughout the country. You will initially be interviewed to join as a Civilian Instructor and will be required to go through an enhanced criminal records check. Once this has been done you will work towards becoming a Petty Officer (SCC). You will be required to attend a Sea Cadet Instructors Qualifying course at one of our National Training Centres, obtain a First Aid qualification as well as receive training and assessment in Instructional Methods. A great opportunity to be involved in the Sea Cadets For more details please contact: Mike Reid Tel No: 01224 705870 E Mail: bodscc@hotmail.com

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Athletics Announcer

North East Scotland Athletics Partnership

NESAP - North East Scotland Athletics Partnership are looking for an enthusiastic, confident person to join their busy events team as an events announcer. Your role will be to provide information to athletes/coaches and spectators over the public address system as well as providing short athletics event commentary. Announcers make a significant difference to athletics events. They ensure athletes, coaches and spectators are aware of what is currently happening, what has happened and what is due to happen during an event. As an announcer you will attend Track & Field meetings in Aberdeen and make various announcements over the public address system as well as the opportunity to provide commentary on events taking place within the arena. The role requires a confident clear speaking person who can relay information quickly and concisely, you do not have to have experience within athletics. An exciting, enjoyable opportunity where you will make a difference. All help is always greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Alasdhair Love Tel No: 07584146796 E Mail: alasdhair.love@scottishathletics.org.uk

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Volunteer Operations Manager

P3 Business Care

Do you want to help people to deal with the challenges of work and life? The Business Connection (TBC) is a charity founded by 4 Christian businessmen to ‘encourage, equip and empower men and women working in the corporate business environment’. Although founded on Christian principles we support people of all faiths and none. We run fortnightly Tuesday breakfasts at the Holiday Inn Express, Chapel Street, Aberdeen giving folks a chance to meet informally to be encouraged & supported and signposted to appropriate help. We also run a monthly breakfast on the last Friday of the month at the Palm Court Hotel when we have a guest speaker. The topics are aimed at bringing useful content on wellbeing, personal development and practical guidance. In March 2019, TBC held its inaugural ‘Thrive’ conference in Aberdeen. This was to encourage those of a Christian faith in how they could thrive within the marketplace. With guest speakers from across the UK and the USA the excellent feedback received, both on content and quality of the conference, has led to plans being made for Thrive 2020 not only in Aberdeen but also expanding to Edinburgh. Exciting times! Jim Grimmer, co-founder & managing trustee cut back from full-time work in 2015 to dedicate 2 days a week, on a voluntary basis, to the development of TBC. TBC has now grown to some 300 individuals on the events mailing list and has become known for its work across the UK. Jim is also founder of a social enterprise P3 Business Care bringing personal & proactive care to employees in business in partnership with their employer and with his team, is visiting businesses on a weekly basis across the UK so no longer has the capacity to manage TBC. The opportunity of Volunteer Operations Manager of TBC has fantastic potential. Currently the fortnightly breakfasts takes place in the City centre however there is an opportunity to expand the breakfasts to multiple locations across the city on different days. There is also work to be done in developing our relationships with the local church ideally identifying a TBC focal point from the business community within each church and creating a network of TBC contacts. For more information please contact Jim Grimmer, Managing Trustee at E Mail: jim.grimmer@thebusinessconnection.org or tel.: 07449336606. Details also available at www.thebusinessconnection.org

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Volunteer Admin Assistant

Memmic Foundation

Office administration and accounts opportunities available in our office in King Street for suitable volunteers. Should be computer literate with word and excel skills. For more information about this interesting and exciting opportunity please contact: Paigham Mustafa T: 01224 635616 E: xeitre@hotmail.co.uk

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Health And Safety Educator

Absafe

If you have a passion for helping others, this opportunity is perfect for you! You will have the chance to educate the children in your community on health and safety matters such as mental well-being, cyber security, water safety, railway safety, and more. You will help give the children the skills they need to navigate everyday risks, as well as help them build character and resilience. So, if saving lives as a part of a dedicated team is something you like the sound of, go ahead and give us an email or call.

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I Bike Volunteers - Aberdeen

Sustrans Scotland (Aberdeen)

**All our volunteering activities are outdoors and managed carefully with covid in mind** Are you passionate about cycling and walking? Could you inspire young people in Aberdeen to cycle or walk more? Volunteer with I Bike! I Bike is a really fun and rewarding project to volunteer with that offers plenty of opportunities to get outdoors for cycling-related activities, boost the CV, gain experience of work with children and young people, meet new people and learn new skills. Good training and support is provided to all volunteers including an online Welcome Session, Child Protection Training, Cycling Skills and Bike Repairs. For most activities you don't have to own a bike to join in - bikes and helmets can be provided depending on availability. I Bike aims to help children and young people become more active through taking part in cycling and walking activities. You would be volunteering alongside a dedicated I Bike Officer in schools, supporting activities for children such as learn to cycle, playground cycle skills, led bike rides, led walks, bike maintenance and much more! What could be better than helping children to ride their bike without stabilisers for the first time? Hear from some of our fantastic volunteers via our website link at https://ibike.sustrans.org.uk/home/volunteers/ We advocate for volunteering for all - please talk to us if you have any accessibility requirements or other specific requirements. A fantastic opportunity to help. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Anna Whealing, Project Officer, I Bike Volunteering, Sustrans Scotland at email: Anna.Whealing@sustrans.org.uk

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Support Volunteers

Butterfly Trust (Aberdeen & Grampian)

The Butterfly Trust are a Scottish registered charity that offer direct one to one support to people living with Cystic Fibrosis. We are helping to empower people with Cystic Fibrosis in Scotland. Cystic Fibrosis is a progressive, life-limiting, genetically inherited condition with no cure. We are the leading provider of social support to the Cystic Fibrosis community of Scotland, providing face-to-face services for individuals and families, and access to the support needed to ensure they benefit from optimum homecare and enjoy the best quality of life. Volunteering is a fantastic way to make a difference to the life of someone else, and an opportunity to enhance your own life and build new skills. The support worker undertakes tasks that make a real difference to the quality of life for the young people we support. He/she is our first point of contact with clients responding to requests that are often for practical help but also just someone to talk to. Support workers receive training to develop skills in understanding and completing official forms, and can be trained to provide advocacy if they wish to be more challenged. A great opportunity to make a real difference for people. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. For more details please contact Dr Miles Tew, Volunteer Manager at E Mail: miles@butterflytrust.org.uk or tel: 07712 606891.

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Fund Raiser Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need Fundraisers to help us raise the revenue to continue doing our service for completely free to the end user. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Fund Raiser Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need Fundraisers to help us raise the revenue to continue doing our service for completely free to the end user. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Fund Raiser Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need Fundraisers to help us raise the revenue to continue doing our service for completely free to the end user. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Duty Driver Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need drivers over the age of 25 to help us achieve this mission. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Duty Driver Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need drivers over the age of 25 to help us achieve this mission. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Duty Driver Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need drivers over the age of 25 to help us achieve this mission. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Lead Volunteer

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it. This role (which can be a shared role), provides practical support to the shop manager in their absence. You will: *be trained to a high level, and be a key holder *open and close the shop when necessary to support the manager *support a team of volunteers to sort donations, keep the shop stocked up and to serve customers *provide excellent customer service and making sure that everyone in the team is doing the same *help train new volunteers, helping us to collect as much Gift Aid as possible and cashing up Ideally we'd love you to commit to a regular shift each week, although the role is quite flexible it does bring responsibility so we need you to be reliable. Good is support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you. A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.

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Sue Ryder Lead Volunteer

Sue Ryder (Aberdeen George Street Store)

Sue Ryder Charity Shops raise millions of pounds each year to enable our charity to deliver hospice and neurological care for more conditions than any other UK charity. As a volunteer in our shop, not only would you be meeting new friends, gaining skills and experience, but you'd also be directly supporting us to care for people when they really need it. This role (which can be a shared role), provides practical support to the shop manager in their absence. You will: *be trained to a high level, and be a key holder *open and close the shop when necessary to support the manager *support a team of volunteers to sort donations, keep the shop stocked up and to serve customers *provide excellent customer service and making sure that everyone in the team is doing the same *help train new volunteers, helping us to collect as much Gift Aid as possible and cashing up Ideally we'd love you to commit to a regular shift each week, although the role is quite flexible it does bring responsibility so we need you to be reliable. Good is support provided to all volunteers. Including to shadow a confident volunteer, be able to take their time if need be when learning, ask as many questions and will have an informal chat with the volunteer co-ordinator at any point. Can you help? If so, please get in touch! We'd absolutely love to hear from you. A fantastic opportunity to help, gain/have a wonderful experience and help Sue Ryder in the important work we do locally and nationally. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lucy Andrews, Volunteer Co-ordinator Sue Ryder North on E Mail: lucy.andrews@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07973794942.

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Trustee

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss. We are looking to recruit trustees to the MISS board who have a mix of skills and experience to bring to our existing board. This is to enhance our current board and any background is welcome including retail, HR or IT. Board meetings are held on a bi-monthly basis and virtually, therefore there is no preference to location or where you are based. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Abi Clarke, Chief Executive Officer at MISS at email: abi@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428. Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Trustee

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss. We are looking to recruit trustees to the MISS board who have a mix of skills and experience to bring to our existing board. This is to enhance our current board and any background is welcome including retail, HR or IT. Board meetings are held on a bi-monthly basis and virtually, therefore there is no preference to location or where you are based. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Abi Clarke, Chief Executive Officer at MISS at email: abi@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428. Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Trustee

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS (Miscarriage Information Support Service) is a registered charity. We are a miscarriage support service covering all of Scotland for anyone who has experienced baby loss. We are looking to recruit trustees to the MISS board who have a mix of skills and experience to bring to our existing board. This is to enhance our current board and any background is welcome including retail, HR or IT. Board meetings are held on a bi-monthly basis and virtually, therefore there is no preference to location or where you are based. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Abi Clarke, Chief Executive Officer at MISS at email: abi@miss-support.org.uk or telephone: 07808638428. Further details about our work and volunteering is also available at https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Fundraising and Events Co-ordinator Volunteers

Miscarriage Information Support Service (MISS) SCIO

MISS is offering a rewarding and exciting opportunity for a volunteer Fundraising & Events Coordinator to play a key role within the MISS charity as we continue to grow and evolve. You will be responsible for developing existing supporter relationships and proactively identifying and securing new community and corporate fundraising opportunities to support the charity’s growth. As our Fundraising & Events Coordinator, we will support and co-ordinate projects across Scotland, develop fundraising processes and provide administrative support to the Fundraising & Events Lead. This role will provide practical administrative support both to the Fundraising & Events Lead and across internal fundraising systems and processes. There is considerable scope for progression and considerable professional development for the right candidate. Key tasks: · To research and devise an innovative fundraising strategy and to spot fundraising opportunities and raise awareness of Miscarriage Services. · To initiate, build and manage relationships with donors or companies to maximise and sustain income. · To build, manage and develop relationships with community supporters to maximise and sustain income. · To research, approach, and source new support from community groups (including schools, clubs, businesses, groups, and individuals) to secure funding. · To develop and deliver compelling fundraising activities and campaigns for supporters to participate in to maximise income. · To analyse the performance of events and other fundraising activities for effectiveness and to identify areas for improvement. · To oversee that all relevant fundraising information is recorded and documented in the charity’s electronic supporter records system in compliance with current, relevant legislation. · To work with the Secretary/Treasurer to complete and maintain orderly records of donors and manage regular donor communications. · To undertake all activities in compliance with the Fundraising Regulator and Institute of Fundraising rules and regulations and to ensure that all records are maintained in compliance with relevant legislation. · To assist with the charity’s social media presence. What can we offer you? When you join the MISS charity, you are gaining a unique opportunity to make a difference in your community and raise awareness. You will be working with a team of passionate people who really care about the mental health and wellbeing of our members, and who want to make a positive and lasting difference for local families. Being part of such a small (but growing!) team offers the opportunity for real variety in your day-to-day work and the development of your role. For more information please contact Abi Clarke , Chairperson/Founder of MISS at email: info@miss-support.org.uk Further information and details are also available at our website at: https://miss-support.org.uk/

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Fertility Network Scotland Volunteers

Fertility Network Scotland (Aberdeen & North East)

Fertility Network Scotland Volunteers help promote the Fertility Network Scotland charity in the local area and the services we provide. This can include: *Distribute Fertility Network Scotland leaflets/posters in the area including GP clinics, libraries, hospitals, community centres etc *Participate at fundraising events Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. Good training and support is provided. By volunteering you can help those who need support. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact: Catherine Stewart, Volunteer Co-ordinator at email: catherine@fertilitynetworkuk.org or 07952589421.

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Student Ambassador Volunteer

Fertility Network Scotland (Aberdeen & North East)

You can help by representing and raising awareness of Fertility Network Scotland charity in places of education and in the local area to highlight the services and support we provide. This can include: *Promoting the charity by displaying posters and leaflets *Highlight our campaigns and projects to fellow students and lecturers etc including through social media *Assist Fertility Network Scotland staff at events such as Freshers Week This benefits of this opportunity include:- *Meeting and working with new people, learning new skills which would benefit future applications to further education or employment while having fun, gain experience of event participation, fundraising and charity sector in general, knowledge that your support will help people in Scotland experiencing fertility problems. Fertility Network Scotland provides advice, information and support for anyone affected by fertility issues. We also work to raise awareness of the impact of fertility problems and to campaign for fair provision of fertility treatment throughout Scotland. Good training and support is provided. By volunteering you can help those who need support. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact: Catherine Stewart, Volunteer Co-ordinator at email: catherine@fertilitynetworkuk.org or 07952589421.

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Research Ethics Committee Members

North of Scotland Research Ethics Service

Research Ethics Committees consist of up to 18 members from both clinical and non-clinical backgrounds. Our committees review health and social research, check that people are provided with the information they need to help them decide whether they wish to take part, and provide an opinion as to whether the research is ethical. We currently have vacancies for members of the public who are not currently healthcare professionals, and who are interested in thinking about issues from the perspective of a potential research participant and would like to develop knowledge of research ethics. Members receive training in ethical review and have opportunities to debate challenging issues. Positions are voluntary but expenses are paid for. The Committee meets on average for half a day per month and carry out additional work by email correspondence. Contact us for an application form or an informal chat on tel: 01224 558458, email gram.nosres@nhs.scot Interest can be registered at any time.

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Trainee Lead Volunteer (Back Wynd, Aberdeen)

Oxfam

Why we want you Together we can help people facing poverty all over the world – all from right here, in this very shop. Join our friendly team as an Oxfam Volunteer and you’ll find yourself at the heart of your community, making amazing things happen. What Oxfam does Oxfam is a movement of people from around the world who won’t live with poverty. We have two key aims: Responding to emergencies happening in the world now, giving vital support to people facing poverty due to conflict, climate change and natural disasters. Empowering communities to challenge and change systems that promote inequality, so together we can beat poverty for good. Oxfam shops have been fundraising to support Oxfam’s work since 1947, raising millions every year to support people facing poverty. Find out more about Oxfam’s work at oxfam.org.uk Young Volunteers The minimum age for this role is 18 because of the responsibility which comes with handling sensitive information and supervising others. The minimum age to volunteer with Oxfam is 14 years old so we will happily try to find an alternative role for you in our shop. Parental consent and safeguarding considerations will be required for those under 18. You can find out more about safeguarding on our website. Covid-19 We want to make sure everyone feels safe in our shops. Our shops comply fully with regulations and we provide PPE. Let’s beat poverty together. What you will be doing Effectively delegating responsibilities and coaching individuals and teams Supervising volunteers and ensuring safeguarding and health and safety policies are follow and acted on as appropriate, reporting any concerns Maximising the income from donations, Sourced by Oxfam and Gift Aid Opening, closing and managing the shop in the shop manager’s absence Keeping up to date with Oxfam’s internal communications and sharing any news with the shop team to ensure compliance with current requirements The skills you need You do not need specific skills and experience, but the following will be useful: Enthusiastic and committed to achieving shop aims and objectives and motivating others Ability to work within Oxfam’s policies and shop guidelines Ability to work collaboratively with the shop manager and the shop team Commitment to Oxfam’s values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness Ability to work well as part of a team and under own initiative Helpful and friendly Ability to deal in a tactful and professional manner with confidential information and sensitive situations What's in it for you Ongoing training and support Gain valuable leadership experience Some lunch and travel costs Improve transferable skills and boost your CV Grow your confidence and meet new people We can be flexible around your education, family, work, or health etc. Possible references for future employers

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Card Making Volunteers

Rubislaw Park Care Home

Rubislaw Park Care Home for older people provides a level of care and support to ensure residents maintain their independence and individuality. We believe that through developing an atmosphere of individual care and attention with our service users contributes to their well-being and comfort, enabling residents to enjoy life to its fullest potential. The Card Making Group is a fun and vital part of this and we currently have opportunities for volunteers to assist at the group with our residents in making cards. All equipment will be supplied and all volunteer help is greatly appreciated. A fantastic and enjoyable opportunity to help a care home setting and which will help enrich the lives of older residents. This is a very rewarding opportunity as it is very satisfying. A good cup of tea/coffee, a fine piece and good company awaits all volunteers who help us. For further details please contact: Marcia Brown Activities Co-ordinator Tel.: 01224 810030 e-mail: gallowbrae@hotmail.com

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St Andrew’s Children’s Society Volunteers

St Andrew’s Children’s Society

St Andrew's Children's Society is a voluntary adoption and foster care agency with bases in Aberdeen and Edinburgh - see more about us at: http://www.standrews-children.org.uk We have exciting and important volunteer opportunities to assist in our work and make a difference in the communities we support. Current volunteer opportunities include assisting St Andrew's Children's Society promoting awareness through distribution of leaflets/publicity materials. A great opportunity to help. All volunteers receive excellent support and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Velga McDougall, email: Vmcdougall@standrews-children.org.uk / tel.: 01224 878158.

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Cafe Assistant (Kitchen)

Ferryhill Parish Church

Ferryhill Parish Church operates a great coffee shop in the heart of Ferryhill, which creates a welcoming environment for those who attend for a morning cuppa and also for those who volunteer their services. We are requiring helpers, who can assist in the kitchen, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the kitchen. e.g. preparation of food etc All volunteers are welcome and greatly appreciated. Support, mentoring and learning opportunities will be available as and when required. A brilliant opportunity to help and make a difference in the community. For more details please contact: Rita King (Convenor of the Friendship Team) E-Mail: ritaking39@gmail.com Tel.: 01224 572391 or 01224 213093

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Cafe Assistant

Ferryhill Parish Church

Ferryhill Parish Church operates a great coffee shop in the heart of Ferryhill, which creates a welcoming environment for those who attend for a morning cuppa and also for those who volunteer their services. We are requiring helpers, who can assist in the coffee shop, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the coffee shop. e.g. setting tables, serving coffees, clearing tables and generally tidying up. All volunteers are welcome and greatly appreciated. Support, mentoring and learning opportunities will be available as and when required. A brilliant opportunity to help and make a difference in the community. For more details please contact: Rita King (Convenor of the Friendship Team) E-Mail: ritaking39@gmail.com Tel.: 01224 572391 or 01224 213093

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Befriender

CSRF: Civil Service Retirement Fellowship

We are looking for volunteer visitors to join the National Visitors Network, our national befriending scheme for older people that provides companionship to older people experiencing loneliness or social isolation. Befrienders visit older people in their homes and provide regular chat/conversations (weekly/fortnightly or monthly as determined). Full training and good ongoing support is provided to all volunteers. A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact: David Tickner Email: david.tickner@csrf.org.uk / tel.: 020 8691 7411

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National Visitors Network

CSRF: Civil Service Retirement Fellowship

We are looking for volunteer visitors to join the National Visitors Network, our national befriending scheme for older people that provides companionship to older people experiencing loneliness or social isolation. Befrienders visit older people in their homes and provide regular chat/conversations (weekly/fortnightly or monthly as determined). Full training and good ongoing support is provided to all volunteers. A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a real difference. For more details please contact: David Tickner Email: david.tickner@csrf.org.uk / tel.: 020 8691 7411

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Community Support Volunteers

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Join our amazing team of Community Support Volunteers in Aberdeen, who support people who have had one of our conditions to develop autonomy and confidence in self-management, enabling them to fully engage with their community and activities of their choosing. The service follows a pathway from hospital to community and can be delivered in a one-to-one and/or group setting in person, virtually or via telephone. We also have opportunities for volunteers to become Walk Leaders, to safely lead community health walks either in a 1:1 or group setting, while effectively supporting people living with and at high risk of our conditions. The service can be delivered to provide person-centred support for those with a communication difficulty and/or to support an individual to achieve a specific goal. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people and the community. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers and all assistance is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Victoria Wood, Community Support Services Coordinator at email: Victoria.wood@chss.org.uk or telephone: 07733614861.

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Social Media and Marketing Volunteer(s)

Greyhope Bay

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to inspire the people of Aberdeen about Greyhope Bay and our plans for a new marine experience centre that will connect the city to our marine world! As part of this we are seeking a tactical Social Media Marketing Officer(s) to come and join our close-knit team and help get the word out about Greyhope Bay and our exciting plans for Aberdeen. This role will involve: *implementing online and offline marketing campaigns that drive engagement with Greyhope Bay across our social media channels. *Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, MailChimp and Instagram) for marketing Greyhope Bay activity, fundraiser and events. * Ad-hoc administration An ideal opportunity to gain fantastic work experience and meet new people whilst contributing towards an exciting and innovative project for Aberdeen. For further information please contact Fiona McIntyre at email: fiona.mcintyre@greyhopebay.org.uk or Tel: 07531826302 or visit https://spark.adobe.com/page/ZT0ryLNHocglw/

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Ambassadors

Aberdeen Science Centre

The STEM Ambassador Programme is a nationwide scheme dedicated to getting more young people interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) subjects leading to an increase in young people pursuing STEM careers. The most valuable tool young people have at their disposal when considering future career paths are the people around them, and we believe that STEM Ambassadors can be their greatest source of inspiration. Do you work in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) industry? Do you have a passion for a particular STEM subject? Are you interested in passing this information onto young people? If the answer is yes, become a STEM Ambassador! STEM Ambassadors are volunteers that aim to inspire young people to become interested in STEM subjects and consider a career in a STEM industry. You could help run an experiment or design your own. You could mentor students in a variety of subjects or get involved in a careers event. You could help run an engineering project or design some fun maths games. You could set up a STEM club or run a tech evening at a brownie/cub group. There are lots of options! If you are interested please register on the database db.stemnet.org.uk or check out the website www.aberdeensciencecentre.org/stem-ambassadors/ . If you have any queries please feel free to contact me at stemambassadors@asc.scot . Once you have registered, you will be required to attend an induction where you will complete a PVG – Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme application along with meeting other new STEM Ambassadors. We hope to hear from you soon.

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Activity and Exercise Leaders

Dyce & Stoneywood Community Association

Dyce & Stoneywood Community Association is looking to recruit volunteers to help us with our programme, These opportunities are: • Running exercise classes such as Technogym: Technogym is a light exercise class with the use of machines to help people of low fitness get back into exercising. You will need to go through a 2 hour training session for health and safety. These classes run weekly and you will be working alongside another volunteer to help with running the class and cover. • Movie Club: We run a monthly movie club and would require someone who enjoys movies to help run this for us. • Youth Activities: such as Lego club and potential summer and holiday activities. PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups check/scheme membership) will be required. Fantastic opportunities to help and make a real difference for people and the community. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Keri Thomas, Community Development Worker at email: kerithomasdsca@outlook.com

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Volunteer Befrienders - Aberdeen Financial Resilience Project

TLC – Befriending Service

We can all feel lonely and isolated at times and those feelings can be more intense and devastating if you are also facing financial hardship. Aberdeen North and South Foodbanks have come together, with funding from the Trussell Trust, to provide a financial resilience service where individuals who require a food parcel can receive money, debt, and energy advice. Aberdeen Citizen Advice Bureau will provide this advice. This service which will support those struggling with financial hardship will be supported by our Befriending Project. Volunteer befrienders will encourage those referred, to engage with the wider project. Our aim is to ensure that our trained and compassionate volunteers provide a lifeline to people, in the form of friendship and offer a helping hand to enable them to engage with the financial support on offer. If you would like to be a part of this holistic service, please apply to become a Volunteer Befriender. Activities include: • To befriend individuals who have used the food bank and who require financial/energy advice from Citizens Advice Bureau advisors and who would benefit from someone to accompany them to their appointment. • To participate in the TLC Volunteer befriender induction programme, and ad hoc training throughout the year as and when required. • To attend 3 monthly volunteer supervision sessions. • Commit to a regular 1hr 30min befriending session each week. • To establish and maintain appropriate boundaries within the befriending relationship. • To ensure that confidentiality is always upheld and be willing to report any concerns, including safeguarding issues to the project co-ordinator. • To work within a non-discriminatory framework. • TLC are looking for befrienders to ideally commit to the project for at least 12months. *(Note: Volunteer befrienders will not be asked or required to meet any personal care needs.) All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further information please email us at volunteer@tlc.org.uk

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Volunteer Befrienders

TLC – Befriending Service

Everyone can feel lonely and isolated at times, especially if experiencing hardship. In response to the effects of loneliness and isolation on peoples wellbeing (physical, emotional, social and mental health), that the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated, TLC have responded to this need and further developed our befriending service to combat the loneliness and isolation felt by many in our city. Our service is provided to anyone aged 18 years and over in Aberdeen who is experiencing or at risk of loneliness or isolation. Your help as a volunteer would therefore make a real difference. Our expertly trained and compassionate volunteers not only provide a lifeline to people, in the form of friendship, but also a helping hand to reconnect to the community, bringing joy and passion back into people’s lives. If you would like to be a beacon of hope to someone in need, please do apply to join our fantastic team of volunteers. For further information please email us at volunteer@tlc.org.uk

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Sheltered Housing Tenant Group-Minute Taker

Aberdeen City Council: Communities, Housing and Infrastructure

This is a great opportunity to support a Citywide Sheltered Housing Committee and keep it independent. They meet once a month on a Thursday 2pm – 4pm in the Town Centre. There are about 30 members from all over the city and they want to remain an independent group. They have a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary but just unable to minute the meeting so would welcome your expertise. They are a highly motivated group of retired people who want to be part of their housing service. The meetings are quite informal, there is always a laugh and of course tea/coffee and biscuit is provided. A great, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a positive difference. For more details please contact: Carol Hannaford Tenant & Community Engagement Officer E Mail: channaford@aberdeencity.gov.uk Tel No: 01224 522839

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Child/Young Person Mentors

Action for Children (Aberdeen & North East Services)

*Action for Children Aberdeen Priority Families - be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Child/Young Person Mentor* Volunteer mentors guide, advise, listen to and support children/young people, sharing their experiences as well as trying new activities and spending quality time together. Matched with a child/young person in Aberdeen City you will develop a 1:1 relationship providing regular positive input to their social, emotional and educational development on a weekly/fortnightly basis for a few hours at a time. The benefit of the mentoring service positively affects the individual child, their family life, their school academic life, the relationships with their friends and the life of the volunteer mentor. Through volunteering you will make a positive difference to the life of a child/young person. Full training, regular support, reasonable out of pocket expenses are provide and you will be able to easily fit mentoring in around your other commitments. Being a Child/Young Person Mentor at Action for Children - Aberdeen Priority Families further provides valuable experience of working with children and families, learning about how best to support children/ young people living in difficult situations, whilst being fully supported in their practice, the opportunity to develop personal skills such as communication, motivation and improved confidence, the chance to meet like-minded new people. A PVG Disclosure (provided by us) is necessary for this role. A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. For more details please contact us at Email andy.farquhar@actionforchildren.org.uk or call 07764788430.

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Card Making Group Volunteer Helpers

Access to Training and Employment Aberdeen

We have been running a card making group for a group of people with learning disabilities for the past 7 years. There is a group of 6 people with learning disabilities who attend the group and there is always a great atmosphere at the group who all greatly enjoy attending. The group meets on a Wednesday afternoon between 1.30 to 3.30pm but we are looking for folk to help between 1- 4pm to allow for preparation and clearing up. Queens Cross Church where we meet has some storage space. We are looking for 3-5 people to be volunteers to allow for times when volunteers cannot attend, so we at least have two volunteers involved at all times. We are looking for volunteers who ideally have some experience of making cards or similar crafts but anyone who has an interest is welcome to apply. Your involvement would be greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Jonathan Russell, Co – Chair at E Mail: accesstotrainingandemployment2@hotmail.co.uk or tel.: 01224 586435.

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Driver

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

Volunteer drivers are required to drive both our large and a number of smaller vans. Pick up produce from supermarkets, etc. and deliver to projects for use. Anything from 1 hour per week would be useful. CFINE improve health and contribute to regeneration through: Community food Outlets - wee shops open 1-2 hours per week and FareShare - where we collect produce from retailers which would otherwise be dumped and distribute through projects to vulnerable people e.g. Homeless. For further details please contact Tel.: 01224 596156 e-mail: info@cfine.org /cmclean@cfine.org

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Fundraising Committee Members

CFINE: Community Food Initiative North East

At Community Food Initiatives North East we are currently looking for volunteers who can take on some key roles within our charity, focusing on developing our current structures to meet the changing needs of our disadvantaged and vulnerable beneficiaries. This includes the opportunity to join our great volunteer team as a Fundraising Committee Member. Fundraising is key to our work; we aim to continually innovate and expand our offering to ensure our disadvantaged communities are never left behind. We would like someone to assist on our fundraising committee to identify new ideas and opportunities to maximise local fundraising efforts, help to plan and coordinate group fundraising activities, promote fundraising events and initiatives in the local community and will commit to our vision of a UK without food insecurity and poverty. A fantastic opportunity to volunteer at an award winning charity and social enterprise. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more information and to discuss further please contact Kevin Mathew, FareShare Sustainability Development on email KMathew@cfine.org

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Funding Applications Support Volunteers

Aberdeen Blueberry Wellness

Aberdeen Blueberry Wellness (ABW) delivers fitness industry education to local people in local communities. Once qualified as a fitness professionals, ABW will employ the fitness professional to deliver wellness classes, as asked for by the community, to benefit the health of the local community. To assist us succeed in our quest for a healthier, happier community we are asking for volunteers to help us in compiling and successfully submitting funding applications to enable the work and volunteering that we are doing to expand. We are looking for self motivated individuals with expertise in submitting funding applications, to local and national government and other organisations who may advertise funds that we may make applications to. This may suit a retired person who has worked in the third/voluntary sector, in this area previously and understands the requirements of these applications. It may suit a 3rd or 4th year student with knowledge of the third sector field. Or it may suit someone currently employed in this area and wish to support a new Community and Social Enterprise to grow or anyone interested in helping with funding support. You are able to volunteer from home. Your own computer is essential. The time required to devote to this post may vary, depending on the information needed. An application may take anything from 1-3 hours. An estimate of time for this post is 4-8 hours across the month. As a newly established Community Interest Company and Social Enterprise, ABW would love to have enthusiastic, organised and self motivated people with us on our journey of successfully providing wellness in every local communities of Aberdeen. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. Please contact Laura Walker, CEO at email: you@blueberrywellness.co.uk or telephone: 07773021851.

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Apple Tree Grower Volunteers

Common Weal Aberdeen

This initiative is about planting varieties of apple trees in any suitable space available. The blossoms are excellent for honey bees which are under threat. Apple varieties that are under threat of being lost are also maintained. Any fruit is to be made available for communities to use as they wish. Fruit may be used for eating directly, for cooked products and for cider making. Any profit from apples cropped will be returned to the community as well. Volunteers are needed to assist the project by : • Digging a hole. • Partly backfill with compost. • Place the apple tree, tree support and protection as required into the hole. • Complete backfill and water as appropriate. • Label with apple variety, its primary use, name of volunteer, date planted. • Feel good for helping the bees, the planet and our communities. Initially we are looking at two sites: 1. Grove Nursery at Hazelhead. 2. Cove Woodland Trust, South Cove Road. More sites will be developed across Aberdeen and the North East and other volunteering and job opportunities may arise as the project develops. All aspects of grafting, pruning etc. can be arranged for volunteers showing the correct aptitudes. A fantastic opportunity to help an exciting initiative. All help greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Brian Allan, Volunteer & Funding Co-ordinator at E Mail: brianaltenscc2@gmail.com or Tel.: 07751275757.

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Awareness and Fundraising-Team Jak Ambassadors

Team Jak Aberdeen

Team Jak provides practical and emotional support to children and young people with cancer and related illnesses, their family and friends and those bereaved. Team Jak Ambassadors can have different roles including family support and fundraising, including - raising awareness and fundraising opportunities such as bag packs, helping at a merchandise stand and collection buckets in supermarkets, schools, colleges, shopping centres and concerts. We will be hosting a number of larger fundraising events in Aberdeen throughout the year with the aim to raise £70,000 to open our Jak’s Den in Aberdeen. Family support roles can be rewarding and involve anything from playing with the children during our activity days and at our child and teenage groups, to making tea and coffee at our support sessions, talking with parents, sorting out merchandise bags and delivering to our newly diagnosed warriors in hospital, and preparing items for events. Volunteers receive initial induction training, ongoing support and any further relevant training opportunities. Team Jak have an Awards scheme and we hold a yearly event dedicated to thanking our volunteers and celebrating their success. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Caitlin Stewart (Children, Young Person and Family Coordinator) at email caitlin@teamjak.org.uk or phone.: 07852 877157/ 01506 412302

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Lead Scotland Project Volunteers

Lead Scotland (North East of Scotland Services)

At Lead Scotland we believe in the power of learning. We believe that offering disabled people and carers the right supportive environment in which to learn and grow which enables the self-creation of positive futures in education, community involvement and work. We offer SCQF accredited formal learning and informal confidence building activities, focused on digital skills to disabled people throughout the north of Scotland, their carers and the organisations who support them so that they will be able to actively contribute to their own communities and improve their own lives. We will tailor support to individuals and groups as per their self-defined needs. This service is supported by volunteers who act as service deliverers and enablers and who can provide dedicated one–to–one input, supporting participants into learning, training and/or volunteering opportunities as appropriate to need. “Learning is more than just an experience, learning builds your future” A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent training and ongoing support. For more details please contact Fiona Fraser or Marie Law (Learning Coordinators at E Mail: ffraser@lead.org.uk or mlaw@lead.org.uk / tel: 07741742560 (for Fiona) or 07741899507 (for Marie)

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Basic Computer Skills Support Volunteers

Lead Scotland (North East of Scotland Services)

Lead Scotland, is a voluntary organisation set up to empower disabled young people and adults and carers across Scotland to access learning opportunities. Lead Scotland is looking for two volunteers to support learners with basic computer skills in the ABERDEEN City Centre area. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer with us please contact Marie at mlaw@lead.org.uk

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Marketing Managers, Fundraisers, Secretary and Event-Coordinator Opportunities

Orthodox Research Institute of St. John Chrysostom SCIO

Great opportunity to develop leadership, writing, communication, management and marketing skills and to be part of the vibrant community of young theologians and to make a contribution to the enterprise that matters! We need your help in: • Maintaining effective internal communications within the organisation • Coordinating events • Planning and implementing promotional campaigns • Overseeing the social media strategy • Fundraising A fantastic opportunity to assist a brilliant group/charity. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Dr. Olga Sevastyanova, Chairperson at email connect@orthodoxresearchgroup.com or tel.: 07884971624.

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Friendship Callers

Age Scotland (Grampian Area)

Having a conversation can have such a positive impact. That’s why we offer a Friendship Service which listens, provides friendship and offers support. We can talk about all sorts, from current interests, hobbies, personal and professional goals, top tier biscuits, time travel – the list is endless! The role of a Friendship Caller Volunteer is to provide friendship, companionship and a listening ear to people who are 50 and over and would benefit from a weekly chat. We are looking for volunteers who can volunteer 2-3 hours of their time on the same day each week. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Including: *Full training on call-handling and our systems will be available to ensure you’re confident taking your first call! *In addition, on-going training, support and Age Scotland In-House training will be made available to volunteers. *If you enjoy a blether over the phone and commit to 2 hours per week on the same day, for 6 months we’d love to hear from you! All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Ashley Marr or Sheona Dorrian, Age Scotland Friendship Service Co-Ordinators at E Mail: ashley.marr@agescotland.org.uk

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Friendship Callers

Age Scotland (Grampian Area)

Having a conversation can have such a positive impact. That’s why we offer a Friendship Service which listens, provides friendship and offers support. We can talk about all sorts, from current interests, hobbies, personal and professional goals, top tier biscuits, time travel – the list is endless! The role of a Friendship Caller Volunteer is to provide friendship, companionship and a listening ear to people who are 50 and over and would benefit from a weekly chat. We are looking for volunteers who can volunteer 2-3 hours of their time on the same day each week. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Including: *Full training on call-handling and our systems will be available to ensure you’re confident taking your first call! *In addition, on-going training, support and Age Scotland In-House training will be made available to volunteers. *If you enjoy a blether over the phone and commit to 2 hours per week on the same day, for 6 months we’d love to hear from you! All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Ashley Marr or Sheona Dorrian, Age Scotland Friendship Service Co-Ordinators at E Mail: ashley.marr@agescotland.org.uk

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Voluntary Coworkers within Residential School and Care Homes

Camphill School Aberdeen

As a Voluntary Co-worker you will become part of a team within one of our 10 residential Care homes, set in beautiful surroundings 5 miles outside of Aberdeen City centre and close to the Deeside Railway line. The opportunity does not require you to have previous experience, we just ask that you are caring, patient and willing to help our pupils, have an interest in people and different ways of communications. Our pupils age from 12-25 years old and as part of your position, you will be with them when they attend the school, farm and gardens, workshops or even riding stables as part of their personalised daily routines and assist them with their tasks throughout the day. Training provided in induction and support given throughout the volunteering time within Camphill School Aberdeen. A fantastic opportunity to help with all assistance making a real difference and greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Naomi Paton, Recruitment Administrator at E Mail: n.paton@crss.org.uk or tel.: 01224 866162.

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Voluntary Workshop Assistants

Camphill School Aberdeen

As a Voluntary Workshop Assistant you will become part of a team within our farm and gardens, set in beautiful surroundings 5miles outside of Aberdeen city centre and close to the Deeside Railway line. The opportunity does not require you to have previous experience, we just ask that you are caring, patient and willing to help our pupils, have an interest in people and different ways of communications. Our pupils age from 12-25 years old and as part of your position, you will be with them when they attend the various workshops (woodwork, metal, weavery, felt, candle, pottery, bike and Fruver- our food workshop)as part of their personalised daily routines and assist them with their tasks. Training provided in induction and support given throughout the volunteering time within Camphill School Aberdeen. A fantastic opportunity to help with all assistance making a real difference and greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Naomi Paton, Recruitment Administrator at E Mail: n.paton@crss.org.uk or tel.: 01224 866162.

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Volunteer Listeners

Community Listening Service

Can you be a good listener? Could you help someone explore what they are going through? The Community Listening Service helps people (re)discover hope and inner strength in times of “illness, change and loss”. Community Listening Service Listeners do not offer counselling, but they offer the person a space to talk, to tell their story in their own time, for their own wellbeing, with the knowledge that the listener is there to listen. Volunteers can play a vital role supporting the work of the Department of Spiritual Care within NHS Grampian/CLS. Listening to people’s concerns can help them feel less isolated and anxious while helping them feel more hopeful and valued in a confidential and non-judgemental way. There is no requirement for volunteers or service users to be a member of a faith or belief group, just be able to provide a service that has patients at the heart, where they can feel safe, seen and heard, allowing them the space to reflect on their own personal situations. A fantastic opportunity help. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact us at email gram.listening@nhs.scot or telephone: 07584 217 192 or 01224 553316.

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Volunteer Listeners

Community Listening Service

Can you be a good listener? Could you help someone explore what they are going through? The Community Listening Service helps people (re)discover hope and inner strength in times of “illness, change and loss”. Community Listening Service Listeners do not offer counselling, but they offer the person a space to talk, to tell their story in their own time, for their own wellbeing, with the knowledge that the listener is there to listen. Volunteers can play a vital role supporting the work of the Department of Spiritual Care within NHS Grampian/CLS. Listening to people’s concerns can help them feel less isolated and anxious while helping them feel more hopeful and valued in a confidential and non-judgemental way. There is no requirement for volunteers or service users to be a member of a faith or belief group, just be able to provide a service that has patients at the heart, where they can feel safe, seen and heard, allowing them the space to reflect on their own personal situations. A fantastic opportunity help. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact us at email gram.listening@nhs.scot or telephone: 07584 217 192 or 01224 553316.

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Grant Proposal Writing Volunteer(s)

Aberdeen Multicultural Centre SCIO

Aberdeen Multicultural Centre (AMC) is an outcome driven, user led charity, committed to making a positive impact on the lives of wider communities in Aberdeen. AMC encourages co-operation and integration amongst diverse community groups. AMC’s vibrant aims are to support communities from social, economic, welfare & environmental perspectives. AMC has run Climate Change projects for the last five years aimed at awareness raising and changing behaviours in relation to home energy efficiency, active travel, food waste, recycling and home gardening amongst diverse communities in Aberdeen. AMC has become cultural hub of communities in Aberdeen. AMC has been organising different cultural events such as International Mother Language Day, Aberdeen Mela- One World Day, Multicultural Burns Night etc. AMC also involved in different sports & physical activities such as Multicultural Football Festival, Multicultural Bike Rally, Wellbeing & Mindfulness Meditation Sessions, Relaxation & Chair base exercises for BAME older people etc. Post Covid-19 recovery stage we are looking to go back to our normal operations and activities. Planning ahead we need a grant proposal writing volunteer’s support to our team. A fantastic and exciting opportunity to assist in the continued successful development of Aberdeen Multicultural Centre and make a real difference for people and communities. All help is greatly appreciated. For further information please contact Ahashan Habib, Centre Manager at E Mail: a.habib@abmc.org.uk or tel. 01224 561992.

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Youth Peer Support Volunteers (Type 1 Diabetes)

Diabetes Scotland

We have a number of different volunteer opportunities all forming part of our Youth Peer Support offers for young people aged 13-24 across Scotland. These include Community Young Leader - https://volunteer.diabetes.org.uk/opportunities/24396-community-young-leader-aberdeen-2022-01-14 who will be setting up, running and facilitating an online (and in person when safe to do so) peer support group for young people with type 1 diabetes; Dia-Buddy - https://volunteer.diabetes.org.uk/opportunities/24400-youth-dia-buddy-2022-01-14 who will be matched with a young person with type 1 to provide a kind of mentor/buddy type support on a 1-2-1 basis; Digi-know moderator - https://volunteer.diabetes.org.uk/opportunities/24387-digi-know-connector-scotland-wide-2022-01-14 who will be moderating and running an online discussion group; and, a Wellbeing session facilitator - https://volunteer.diabetes.org.uk/opportunities/24399-youth-wellbeing-facilitator-scotland-2022-01-14 who will be trained in facilitating a series of workshops for young people with type 1 diabetes to explore their wellbeing and emotional health. These opportunities are varied, fun and exciting and perfect for anyone who wishes to give back to their community, meet new people and learn new skills that will be valuable in future work/study and general life. As a Diabetes Scotland volunteer, you will be part of a large team of passionate people who give their time and experiences to support people living with diabetes across Scotland and the whole of the UK. You will get excellent opportunities to try new things, to meet new people and to gain key skills! To apply, follow the links above, and to find out more get in touch with us at email: scotland@diabetes.org.uk

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Volunteer Minibus Escorts

ENABLE Scotland (Aberdeen)

Aberdeen ENABLE Branch are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to escort Branch members with a Learning Disability on the branch minibus to social activities. Volunteers will travel with the minibus driver, collect branch members from their home and escort them in the branch minibus to social activities and then home again. Aberdeen Branch has been running social activities in the city for nearly 60 years and there are currently around fifty members of the 'Pop Club' which meets fortnightly. The specific tasks for the role are to inform the driver of the run sheet of pickups of club members, to greet the member at their door and walk with them to the minibus, to ensure that people board the bus safely and to repeat the process on the journey back home. Volunteers will come from a wide range of backgrounds and will have many different qualities and skills. Essential qualities for this role are: an enthusiastic and positive attitude and being a team player, willing to work with others from a range of backgrounds. Throughout the volunteering opportunity you will gain new skills and experience working with people who have a Learning Disabilities, their families and carers. You will also gain practical experience of assisting and escorting a group of people on a minibus. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with Aberdeen Branch policy. Volunteers will be given an induction by the Branch Committee. For more details please contact: Jessie Gordon, Aberdeen Branch Secretary Tel No: 01224 873936/ 07845463299

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Reception Area Volunteers

Time to Heal

The Mission of Time to Heal is to provide holistic support and, to relieve the needs of persons affected by domestic violence primarily, but not exclusively, women and children from minority ethnic groups. We are currently seeking volunteers to help at our Empowerment Centre in Bon Accord House, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen. Tasks include: ● See that the Reception area is kept tidy and looks professional at all times. ● Ensure procedures for signing in, identifying, escorting, and signing out are adhered to at all times. ● Welcome visitors in a pleasant, courteous manner ● Distribute incoming mails and deliveries to the appropriate personnel/function. ● Maintain the door entry system, ensuring there is an adequate supply of key fobs. ● Provide training on the duties and responsibilities of Reception to the appropriate personnel. ● Supervise the labelling of keys, ensuring they are stored in the Key Safe. ● Produce and maintain Operating Procedures for the Reception Rota. ● Answer calls in a timeous, courteous and effective manner. A fantastic opportunity to help. All help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Abiola Crown, Manager at E Mail: abiola.crown@ttoheal.org or tel.: 07796511319.

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Facilitators

North East Eating Disorders Support (Scotland)

NEEDS - North East Eating Disorder Support (Scotland) is looking for volunteer facilitators, 1 evening per month, for our monthly support group meeting for those who are suffering from an eating disorder, as well as for our carers who are supporting someone with an eating disorder, either in person or from a distance (e.g., a family member at university or living elsewhere). Have you suffered from an eating disorder and been fully recovered for at least 2 years, or have you had experience of caring for a family member or friend who has suffered from an eating disorder and who is now fully recovered or who is still suffering from an eating disorder having had it for several years? If the answer is yes, are you someone who can and is willing to support others in this journey, who can always observe confidentiality, be empathetic, kind, and non-judgemental, be a good listener, be sensitive to those who are not yet able to share, and who can demonstrate the value of self-care. Volunteers should be aware that their social media profiles may be examined to ensure that these are compatible with the aims of our charity. Meetings are held on the 1st Monday of each month 7.30-9.00pm at The Macrobin Centre, Royal Cornhill, Hospital. All help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further information please contact Irene Kerr, Charity Administrator at email: gram.needsadmin@nhs.scot or telephone: 07789888345.

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Volunteer Shopping Companions

Food Train Connects Aberdeen

Would you like to support older people in the community to eat well, age well and live well and maintain their independence in their own homes for as long as they're able? Are you friendly, sociable and patient with a caring manner? Our Shopping Companion role could well be the opportunity for you! You would carry out the following tasks: · Collect an older person from their home on agreed date and time to take them for their grocery shopping. · Support them as they do their grocery shop and transport them back to their home, helping unpack shopping if required. · To report back to Food Train Connects team and complete all required documentation after each trip. · To report any matters of concern to Food Train staff · To inform Food Train Staff of any accidents, incidents or complaints · To maintain confidentiality · To represent Food Train in a professional manner to customers and the wider community A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering with us/for more information please email: volunteer@foodtrainconnects.org.uk Further details are also available on our website at www.foodtrainconnects.org.uk

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Volunteer Shopping Companions

Food Train Connects Aberdeen

Would you like to support older people in the community to eat well, age well and live well and maintain their independence in their own homes for as long as they're able? Are you friendly, sociable and patient with a caring manner? Our Shopping Companion role could well be the opportunity for you! You would carry out the following tasks: · Collect an older person from their home on agreed date and time to take them for their grocery shopping. · Support them as they do their grocery shop and transport them back to their home, helping unpack shopping if required. · To report back to Food Train Connects team and complete all required documentation after each trip. · To report any matters of concern to Food Train staff · To inform Food Train Staff of any accidents, incidents or complaints · To maintain confidentiality · To represent Food Train in a professional manner to customers and the wider community A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering with us/for more information please email: volunteer@foodtrainconnects.org.uk Further details are also available on our website at www.foodtrainconnects.org.uk

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Digital Awareness Volunteer

Aberdeen City Council - Adult Learning Team

As the requirement to be able to use technology increases, many individuals find themselves excluded from the opportunities available as a result of their lack of digital awareness. In order to address this inequality I am looking for digital awareness volunteers, who you would be required to attend local sessions throughout the city showing members of the public how to use and get the best from their own digital devices. In addition to this, along with other volunteers and staff you would represent Adult Learning at various Digital Awareness events. These sessions and events would be on an ad hoc basis at times convenient to the volunteers. Good training and support is provided to all volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a difference with people and local communities in Aberdeen. All help is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Ann Campbell (Development Officer) on E Mail: anncampbell@aberdeencity.gov.uk or Tel.: 07901512938

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Barnardo’s Aberdeen Young Carers - Group Helpers (School Holidays 2023)

Barnardo's (Aberdeen)

A young carer is someone up to the age of 18 who provides unpaid help and support to a relative, friend or neighbour who due to illness or disability cannot manage to live independently without the carer’s help. It may involve practical support like cooking, housework, or emotional support. A group volunteer with Aberdeen Young Carers will assist staff members in delivering any planned activities e.g. arts and crafts, baking etc. They will actively participate with the activity, encourage young people to join in and have fun and build up positive relationships with the children and young people by being friendly and non-judgemental. They will also have the opportunity to lead groups if they wish to. At this time we are predominantly looking for volunteers to help at our School Holiday groups in the Summer Holidays in 2023. We are working on a schedule of groups which we would need volunteers for but these groups will have a range of activities! There will also be the opportunity for volunteers to help with our monthly groups, on an ad-hoc basis or at events. Events typically include summer outings, Christmas parties and Young Carers’ festivals. Further opportunities are available to assist in promoting our events e.g. putting up posters and spreading the word, in helping us at groups. Excellent support and relevant training is provided and our volunteers tell us about lots of other benefits of volunteering including; experience of working with children, young people and families; experience for your CV; supporting your local community; meeting new people; increasing self-confidence; feeling like you are making a difference; improving your health and wellbeing; and a chance to contribute to a worthwhile children’s charity. To apply for this role – please visit: https://volunteer.barnardos.org.uk/opportunities/16049-children-s-activity-support-group-helper-aberdeen-young-carers-2020-11-24 or contact Jacqui Hall, Volunteer Coordinator at email jacqui.hall@barnardos.org.uk / telephone: 07783 848410 for any more details.

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Group Helpers-Barnardo’s Aberdeen Young Carers

Barnardo's (Aberdeen)

A young carer is someone up to the age of 18 who provides unpaid help and support to a relative, friend or neighbour who due to illness or disability cannot manage to live independently without the carer’s help. It may involve practical support like cooking, housework, or emotional support. A group volunteer with Aberdeen Young Carers will assist staff members in delivering any planned activities e.g. arts and crafts, baking etc. They will actively participate with the activity, encourage young people to join in and have fun and build up positive relationships with the children and young people by being friendly and non-judgemental. They will also have the opportunity to lead groups if they wish to. At this time we are predominantly looking for volunteers for our weekly sports groups alongside Sport Aberdeen – these will be held at multiple schools in Aberdeen City on various days at various times. Some will be after school or at lunchtime and we will be looking for a commitment of an hour a week during term-time. There will also be the opportunity for volunteers to help with our monthly groups, school holiday programmes, on an ad-hoc basis or at events. Events typically include summer outings, Christmas parties and Young Carers’ festivals. Further opportunities are available to assist in promoting our events e.g. putting up posters and spreading the word, in helping us at groups. To apply for this role – please visit: https://volunteer.barnardos.org.uk/opportunities/16049-children-s-activity-support-group-helper-aberdeen-young-carers-2020-11-24 or contact Jacqui Hall, Volunteer Coordinator at email jacqui.hall@barnardos.org.uk / telephone: 07783 848410 for any more details.

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Befrienders-Barnardo’s Aberdeen Young Carers

Barnardo's (Aberdeen)

A young carer is someone up to the age of 18 who provides unpaid help and support to a relative, friend or neighbour who due to illness or disability cannot manage to live independently without the carer’s help. It may involve practical support like cooking, housework, or emotional support. Aberdeen Young Carers are looking for volunteers to spend some quality time with a child or young person between the ages of 5-18 on a regular basis, getting to know them, and building up a positive relationship by being reliable and non-judgemental when listening to them. A befriender volunteer will support the young person to enjoy activities and experiences within the Aberdeen community therefore reducing isolation, and promoting self-esteem and confidence. This is a flexible opportunity and you can commit to meeting with a child or young person for a few hours on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis depending on what time you have available. This would take place out with school hours, predominately over evenings or weekends. To be a befriender volunteer we ask for a minimum time commitment of six months, so that the child or young person has some consistency. To apply, please visit: https://volunteer.barnardos.org.uk/opportunities/16050-befriender-aberdeen-young-carers-2020-11-24 or contact Jacqui Hall, Volunteer Coordinator at email: jacqui.hall@barnardos.org.uk / telephone: 07783 848410.

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Receptionist/Admin. Assistant Volunteers

Aberdeen Action on Disability

An exciting opportunity to join a long established, user led organisation supporting people with disabilities and long term medical conditions. Based in modern premises in Bridge of Don. Alongside the admin. personnel and requests from the benefits personnel the role will include general administrative duties, filing, photocopying clients records and answering the phone. Inputting of data information from telephone sheets into computer spreadsheets. Checking of e-mails when in the office. A fantastic opportunity to help. All assistance makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Roslynn Fowler, Volunteer Admin. Assistant at email office@aad-online.com or telephone: 01224 641355.

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Community Connector Volunteers

British Red Cross (Aberdeen)

It starts with ‘Hello’. From new mums to empty nesters, it's often surprising who is affected by loneliness. That's why we're teaming up with The Co-operative. Together we want to reach out and reconnect thousands of lonely people with their communities, and tackle a problem that is shortening lives and eroding wellbeing. The aim of the Community Connector is to support people affected by social isolation and loneliness and to help them gain confidence and to reconnect to their community in partnership with existing and new partner organisations. We will place the person at the centre of what we do and help them by offering positive encouragement, practical help and emotional support, for up to three months, depending on their needs. Full training and excellent support is provided to all volunteers. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in the local community. All help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Ieva Nevulyte, Community Connector Co-ordinator at email inevulyte@redcross.org.uk / tel:: 07872 839864.

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Shop Drivers

Home-Start Aberdeen

Home-Start Aberdeen supports local families, who may be vulnerable or suffering from isolation, with emotional and practical support in their own homes. Our charity shop, which raises valuable funds towards our work, opened in 2012. It is located in the heart of the city at 101 George Street, opposite John Lewis. A key component of the shop’s success is our collections/uplift service within the city. This helps to ensure that we have a steady supply of quality stock for the shop floor. The shop is therefore always keen to recruit new volunteer drivers, who could assist us by collecting donations from homes and organisations within Aberdeen (we also uplift from Westhill). This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys driving and has some spare time to become part of our pool of volunteer drivers. A full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. No fixed commitment in terms of hours is required. Becoming a volunteer driver is a rewarding way to support Home-Start Aberdeen’s work with local families. We are now one of the largest Home-Start schemes in Scotland; this volunteer position is therefore also a good opportunity to contribute to the work of a wider team. For further details please contact Karen Milne, Charity Shop Manager, E Mail: shop@homestartaberdeen.org.uk / tel.: 01224 622390

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Rape Crisis Grampian Support Volunteers

Rape Crisis Grampian

Rape Crisis Grampian is a fully inclusive service which provides free, confidential support to survivors of rape and sexual violence aged 13 years and over. Survivors are supported by Support Volunteers who provide face to face, email or telephone support. Support Volunteers undertake a comprehensive selection and training process and are registered with the PVG – Protection of Vulnerable Groups scheme. We are looking for individuals who are: *Empathetic, non-judgemental and good listeners *Able to commit to volunteering for at least 12 months and a minimum of three hours per week *Able to maintain confidentiality and anonymity *Open to gaining an understanding about rape and sexual violence and its impacts on individuals. Excellent training and support is provided to all volunteers. Including sixty hours of training. The training is comprehensive and ensures all Volunteers are equipped with the skills necessary to support Survivors. Debriefing is provided after each support session and volunteers are further supported via quarterly group Supervision as an additional means of support. If you would like more information or to apply please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at email: info@rcgrampian.co.uk

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Aberdeen Arts Centre Volunteers

Aberdeen Arts Centre

Love the arts-want to support a respected local charity-volunteer at Aberdeen Arts Centre! Aberdeen Arts Centre is recognised nationally as an inclusive community hub which hosts arts activities across a wide demographic. With our ethos of “everyone is entitled to an enriching cultural life, regardless of age or social circumstance”, we are a truly intergenerational organisation, with performing arts tuition at the heart of what we do. More than 100,000 individuals pass through our doors each year, with over 40 professional, amateur and youth companies who rely on us. Our backbone is our strong, dedicated volunteer base and we have a range of volunteer opportunities that people can get involved in including café volunteers, bar volunteers, front of house assistants, box office and reception support. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. For further information please email: volunteer@aberdeenartscentre.com or visit https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/volunteering

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Event Volunteers

Sue Ryder Care (Aberdeen)

Sue Ryder supports people through the most difficult times of their lives. For over 65 years our doctors, nurses and carers have given people the compassion and expert care they need to help them live the best life they possibly can. To help in this vital work we have a number of exciting upcoming events where we are seeking volunteers to support us. For more information about any of these opportunities and other ways you can help Sue Ryder please contact Ciara Twiggins, Philanthropy and Events Executive on Email: ciara.twiggins@suerydercare.org or tel.: 07976 422792.

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Befriender-Sue Ryder

Sue Ryder Care (Aberdeen)

At Sue Ryder Dee View Court we strive to help people to live lives as fully as possible. We offer a huge range of support including long-term residential care, supported living and specialist rehabilitative services designed to help people improve or regain their abilities. We focus on a person's wellness not illness and abilities rather than disabilities. A Community based service of excellence - care that liberates lives. We are currently recruiting volunteers for a recently established self management programme for people with neurological conditions in their own homes. Through volunteering with the programme for a few hours a week/fortnight you can make a difference to peoples lives-this can be through visiting someone and having a chat and a tea/coffee or assisting people in accessing community activities, building peoples confidence again. Good support, relevant training and reimbursement of any out of pocket expenses e.g.: any bus fares/car mileage etc. is provided to all volunteers. Through volunteering with this exciting and important programme you will make a difference to people’s lives. For more details about this and volunteering with Sue Ryder please contact email: outreach.support@suerydercare.org / tel.: 01224 245920.

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Bakery Volunteers

The Breadmaker (part of Aberdeen Day Project charity)

The Breadmaker is part of the Aberdeen Day Project (a registered charity), is a social enterprise, artisan bakery and coffee house. We are seeking Bakery Volunteers. This is a chance to volunteer as part of a team at an established charity and social enterprise in the heart of Aberdeen. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers with a passion for cooking and baking to help grow and develop our apprentices, while volunteering in a fun environment. Volunteers will need to be patient and understanding, you should be confident in your abilities and be able to take responsibility. An exciting and fantastic opportunity to volunteer in an award winning bakery and help make a real difference for people we support as well. Excellent training and support is provided to all volunteers and all help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Alistair Reid, CPD Manager at email alistair.reid@thebreadmaker.org.uk or tel.: 01224 641520.

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Social Media Coordinator

National Childbirth Trust (NCT - Aberdeen City and Shire)

Join our branch team in a 'volunteering from home' role, all done around around your own life. It will probably take an hour or a so a week to create an engaging schedule for our volunteers to follow for the week. This would be a great opportunity for someone looking to gain more experience in social media or managing a small team of volunteers to add to their skills. Our Social Media is an essential way to let people know what is going on and would love to hear your new ideas about how you could improve the reach and engagement. A great way to support local parents and carers. NCT Aberdeen City and Shire are a local branch of a national charity, we provide support to parents in the first 1000 days. Our groups and support are open to all. For further details please contact Victoria Ellis at email: aberdeen@nct.org.uk

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Nappy Library Coordinators

National Childbirth Trust (NCT - Aberdeen City and Shire)

Are you passionate about the benefits of cloth nappies? Do you want to spread the word and get people chatting about nappies? We would love to hear from you! We have a lending library of nappy library kits. We are looking for a Nappy Library Coordinator who can inject some passion into the library, create a welcoming, safe space for parents and parents to be to learn all there is to know about cloth nappies. Nappy kits could be hired from a monthly meet or your home, allowing people a chance to try reusable nappies before they buy. We have a well established nappy library Facebook group and the wider NCT Aberdeen City and shire branch to help and support you in this role. The role can by shared a couple of individuals. broken up into a mini team, depending on how big your ambitions are! A great way to support local parents and carers. NCT Aberdeen City and Shire are a local branch of a national charity, we provide support to parents in the first 1000 days. Our groups and support are open to all. For further details please contact Victoria Ellis at email: aberdeen@nct.org.uk

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Bumps, Babies and Beyond Group Volunteers - Ferryhill

National Childbirth Trust (NCT - Aberdeen City and Shire)

Open up in the Centre, put out toys, welcome parents and carers, make tea/coffee, offer support and include new people, clear up and tidy up at end of session. This always works well when there is a wee team of volunteers, it is a great way to support parents. You don't have to be a parent to volunteer, but if you do have wee ones it is all done with them there and around them. For further details please contact Victoria Ellis at email: aberdeen@nct.org.uk

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Gym / Gentle Exercise Instructor Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

Inchgarth Community Centre provide a fantastic programme of activities for the community with the tremendous help of volunteers. Inchgarth has over 170 sessions of activity per week-serving every age group and section of the community. As a big and vibrant community centre, we offer a large range of activities for all ages and welcome a range of charities at the community centre. We have a great opportunity for people to help as Gym/Gentle Exercise Instructor Volunteers. We are looking for people experienced in fitness instruction and/or with gym experience to help people get the best out of the keep fit and gym facilities at the community centre and progress safely. We are also planning sessions targeted at people over 60 years of age. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out more, join our amazing team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: please email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: https://www.inchgarth.co.uk/volunteer.html

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Video Making/Editing Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

Help us make videos & short promotional clips and edit & produce them in a format that suits social media & websites. Express yourself, experiment and have fun while making a real difference. This is a great opportunity to develop your creative skills and gain experience in project management. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/

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Class/Group Tutor Volunteers

Inchgarth Community Centre

We are always looking for new classes and group opportunities. Here are some ideas we would love to see becoming reality at Inchgarth Community Centre. If you would like to pass on your knowledge, skills or special gifts please contact us to make it happen! *Cooking class tutor *Computer class tutor *Mobile phone class tutor *Sports tutor (football, tennis, badminton, etc) *Music tutor *Dance tutor *Fitness gym instructor *Gentle exercise instructor for 60+ This is a great opportunity to gain experience as a volunteer tutor and develop your communication and organisational skills. All volunteers are greatly appreciated and provided with excellent support. Please contact us to find out how you can help, join our fantastic team of volunteers and make a real difference in the community: Email: volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com / Tel: 01224 325191 / Website: http://www.inchgarth.org/

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Under 12s Group Volunteers

Northfield Community Learning Association

Northfield Community Centre is a popular and dynamic community centre and registered charity with a range of activities to support people and the community. Our popular P1 to P7’s group (over 50 members) has been running for over 30 years now with the fantastic help of volunteers. We now need / have exciting volunteer opportunities for new people to assist volunteering at the group to keep it going. Activities the children/young people at the group take part in include arts and crafts, play etc. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity which also provides brilliant experience for volunteers. All volunteers are provided with excellent support and any relevant training e.g.: first aid, health and hygiene, basic child protection. All help is greatly appreciated and makes areal difference. If there is anyone out there who would like to help out on a Thursday night from 5.00pm till 7.30pm at Northfield Community Centre, Byron Square, please contact Jacqui Innes, Centre Coordinator at E Mail: jacqui@northfieldcommunitycentremc.org or call 01224 695416.

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Shelter Shop Volunteers

Shelter - George Street Shop

Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people a year struggling with bad housing or homelessness – and we campaign to prevent it in the first place. We’re here so no-one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. The Shelter Charity Shop raises vital funds towards Shelters work offering confidential advice and support to anyone affected by homelessness/housing issues. We are looking for volunteers to help us with aspects which can range from -till operation, window displays, customer service (advising customers on item suitability etc.) -we have opportunities for people who wish to volunteer helping us prepare the stock for sale e.g.: sorting, pricing and steaming away the creases! -there are further excellent volunteer opportunities for Volunteer Supervisors if you would like to take on some extra responsibility and perform tasks such as refunds, voids and cash handling. No experience is needed as we provide full training and good support to all volunteers. This is ongoing until you are confident in the role and you will also receive further training on any new procedures which arise. It is an enjoyable place to volunteer where you make a real difference. It also looks very impressive on a cv. For more details please contact: Wendy McEwan, Shop Manager on abergeorgeshop@shelter.org.uk / tel.: 01224 639818 or pop in past the shop on 179 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HX. Looking forward to meeting you.

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Volunteer Rangers

Aberdeen City Council - Countryside Rangers Service

The Aberdeen City Council Ranger Service is expanding its highly successful volunteer ranger programme. We are recruiting committed and enthusiastic individuals to assist the Ranger Service at a variety of sites around the city. The work involved is varied and, where possible, tailored to the volunteer's interests. This would be a perfect opportunity for people wanting to develop their CV, to get out and learn more about the landscape, wildlife of local area or even just wanting to get out and enjoy some practical work in an interesting setting. We do ask that where possible volunteers commit to joining as many work days as they can, these will normally run once or twice a week through the year and will allow us to help you develop your skills and explore your interests. However if you only want to work in your local area, or if you are only interested in certain volunteer tasks, we are happy to only contact you when a relevant opportunity arises. We are also happy for people to join one of our sessions on a “taster” basis before committing long term. If you are interested in using this opportunity towards a John Muir Award, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Saltire Award or any other qualification please just let us know and we can see what we can do to help. Young people aged under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. We are a recipient of the Volunteer Friendly Award national quality standard - all volunteers are therefore guaranteed an extremely good welcome and experience volunteering with us. For an informal chat and further details please contact: Duncan McNeill (Countryside Ranger) at Email: countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Tel: 01224 326429.

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Food Bank Volunteers

Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen

Foodbanks in Aberdeen provide emergency food and vital support to local people experiencing crisis in Aberdeen City. Every day people go hungry for reasons ranging from redundancy, poverty to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income. The Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen coordinates food banks in the city while guiding users towards services that can help prevent people becoming reliant on these resources. Partners include, Community Food Initiatives North East, Instant Neighbour Trust and Aberdeen Cyrenians. As well as providing emergency food, all partners are committed to promoting employment, signposting to money advice, debt management and household budgeting services, and other sources of support to develop resilience and help people to move on and out of poverty. We are currently recruiting volunteers to help in this important work. If you can spare a few hours to help please get in touch. There are lots of things that need doing from sorting food and packing food parcels and donations, serving clients/customers, helping with collections, assisting in the warehouse, admin. support, driving/making deliveries, organisation of and participation in food drives and working as part of a team to achieve the foodbank objectives. If you would like to help with any of these aspects we will be delighted to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to be involved in an exciting partnership and make a real difference to local communities in Aberdeen. For further details please contact us at: e-mail: e-mail: volunteersupport@cfine.org Tel.: 01224 596156

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Warehouse Volunteers

Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen

Foodbanks in Aberdeen provide emergency food and vital support to local people experiencing crisis in Aberdeen City. Every day people go hungry for reasons ranging from redundancy, poverty to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income. The Food Banks Partnership Aberdeen coordinates food banks in the city while guiding users towards services that can help prevent people becoming reliant on these resources. Partners include, Community Food Initiatives North East (CFINE), Instant Neighbour Trust and Aberdeen Cyrenians. As well as providing emergency food, all partners are committed to promoting employment, signposting to money advice, debt management and household budgeting services, and other sources of support to develop resilience and help people to move on and out of poverty. We are currently recruiting Warehouse Volunteers to help as part of the Food-Bank volunteer team in general warehouse duties, sorting, stacking Food-Bank produce and assisting in our vital work. If you can spare a few hours to help with this or wish to discuss any other volunteer opportunities we currently have please get in touch. This is a great opportunity to be involved in an exciting partnership, gain good experience and make a real difference to local communities in Aberdeen. For further details please contact us at: e-mail: e-mail: volunteersupport@cfine.org tel.: 01224 596156.

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Early Years Helpers

Danestone Community Centre SCIO

This volunteering opportunity is to support our early year’s activities within our busy centre. On a Tuesday we have our fun Mucky Pups activities. This is a messy play activity with sand, art and water etc. Parents come along and interact with their children. We would wish our volunteer to speak to parents, filling up resources and help our caretaking staff set up the resources. Good induction and ongoing support is provided to all volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to help at a busy and enjoyable group. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Lyndsay Johnstone E Mail: danestonecentre@btinternet.com / tel.: 01224 828333

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RSPB Pin Badge Box Volunteers

RSPB Scotland (North Scotland)

RSPB Scotland are currently looking for pin badge volunteers in Aberdeen City and Shire to help us raise vital funds for nature. This role involves placing pin badge boxes in sites in your local area (e.g. cafes, shops) and visiting them approximately every 4-6 weeks to collect the income raised. It's a great way to get involved with RSPB Scotland, and volunteers can raise thousands of pounds a year to support our conservation projects just by managing a few pin badge boxes. This role is perfect for anyone looking to volunteer flexibly for a few hours per month and who enjoys meeting new people. This role is suitable for under 18’s as well. The role involves approaching various sites in your local area, such as shops or cafes, and asking them to support RSPB Scotland by hosting a pin badge box on their premises. It also includes: -Collecting the money and topping up your boxes with extra pin badges; -Counting and banking the donations from boxes; -Ensuring that pin badge boxes are in a good condition, replacing where necessary; -Recording your banked donation on our user-friendly database. This is a rewarding role and offers volunteers the opportunity to develop various skills such as fundraising, communication, public relations and marketing. You’ll gain insight into the work of RSPB not just in Scotland, but across the UK and globally. You could make additional community links and meet new people in your local area. Undertake any appropriate training and benefit from support throughout your volunteering. Most of all this role offers the opportunity to make a difference and to help inspire others to help save nature. You'll be joining an enthusiastic and friendly team, and would receive support throughout your time as a volunteer. For more details please contact Lynne Hayton at Email: lynne.hayton@rspb.org.uk

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RSPB Pin Badge Box Volunteers

RSPB Scotland (North Scotland)

RSPB Scotland are currently looking for pin badge volunteers in Aberdeen City and Shire to help us raise vital funds for nature. This role involves placing pin badge boxes in sites in your local area (e.g. cafes, shops) and visiting them approximately every 4-6 weeks to collect the income raised. It's a great way to get involved with RSPB Scotland, and volunteers can raise thousands of pounds a year to support our conservation projects just by managing a few pin badge boxes. This role is perfect for anyone looking to volunteer flexibly for a few hours per month and who enjoys meeting new people. This role is suitable for under 18’s as well. The role involves approaching various sites in your local area, such as shops or cafes, and asking them to support RSPB Scotland by hosting a pin badge box on their premises. It also includes: -Collecting the money and topping up your boxes with extra pin badges; -Counting and banking the donations from boxes; -Ensuring that pin badge boxes are in a good condition, replacing where necessary; -Recording your banked donation on our user-friendly database. This is a rewarding role and offers volunteers the opportunity to develop various skills such as fundraising, communication, public relations and marketing. You’ll gain insight into the work of RSPB not just in Scotland, but across the UK and globally. You could make additional community links and meet new people in your local area. Undertake any appropriate training and benefit from support throughout your volunteering. Most of all this role offers the opportunity to make a difference and to help inspire others to help save nature. You'll be joining an enthusiastic and friendly team, and would receive support throughout your time as a volunteer. For more details please contact Lynne Hayton at Email: lynne.hayton@rspb.org.uk

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Aberdeen Race for Life Volunteers

Cancer Research UK (Aberdeen)

The spectacular Aberdeen Race for Life takes place on Sunday 2nd July 2023 at Kings Links, Beach Esplanade, Aberdeen. Our Race for Life events couldn't happen without volunteers. Whatever time and skills you have to share, we've got a great role for you. Just bring your energy, smiles and passion to the party and let's help beat cancer together. Roles that you can help volunteering in at the event include: *Course Marshal Volunteer Cheer on our participants as they take part and lift some spirits along the way. You also ensure their safety and that they're going in the right direction through the course. Your support will spur them on! *Enquiries Volunteer With the excitement of race day there’s bound to be questions! You can help by supporting our participants and spectators with their queries. *Finish Line Volunteer You might be asked to help out at our buzzing finish line, where you will hand out water and medals and welcome our participants back with a smile. *Lead Bike Lead our fastest runners around the course, showing them the way to a personal best. (Own bike required). *Water Station Fuel our runners and walkers at their mid-way point on the course. A fantastic opportunity be part of a major event to help to beat cancer. For further details please contact Lauren Robertson, Senior Area Events Manager at email: lauren.robertson@cancer.org.uk or telephone: 07768857661. More information is available/you can also apply to volunteer at https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/get-involved/volunteer/event-volunteer-aberdeen-race-for-life-2nd-july-2023

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Befrienders

Action for Children (Aberdeen & North East Services)

*Action for Children Aberdeen Priority Families - Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as a Befriender* With the Aberdeen Priority Families service befrienders engage with children/young people, sharing their experiences as well as trying new activities and spending quality time together. Matched with a child/young person in Aberdeen City you will develop a 1:1 relationship providing regular positive support to their social and emotional development on a fortnightly basis for a few hours at a time. The benefit of the befriending service positively affects the individual child/young person, their family life, relationships with their friends and the life of the befriender. *What you can expect: -To make a positive difference to the life of a child/young person - Full Training - Regular support - Reasonable out of pocket expenses reimbursed - Be able to easily fit mentoring in around your other commitments *What we can offer: -Valuable experience of working with children and families, learning about how best to support children/ young people living in difficult situations, whilst being fully supported in their practice -Development of personal skills such as communication, motivation and improved confidence - The chance to meet like-minded new people - A PVG Disclosure (provided by us) is necessary for this role A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at Email andy.farquhar@actionforchildren.org.uk or call 07764788430.

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Admin / Accounts Volunteer(s)

OIBS (Oxford Institute of British Islam) - Scottish Office

*Admin/Accounts Assistant Volunteers for OIBI – a registered charity in partnership with Bergen Associates* The OIBI (Oxford Institute of British Islam), Scottish Office, Aberdeen have exciting volunteer opportunities for people to assist with the following 1. Admin assistance. 2. Accounts Assistance. 3. PR/Publishing Assistance. Duties include helping with aspects such as general admin and office duties. Data Entry Training on software systems. Accounts payable/receivable. Telephone answering. This also includes any other duties appropriate to your skills and experience which may be identified. To provide administrative support to the Director and office. Training and support is provided. This is a great opportunity to help and develop key skills and experience at the same time. All assistance is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Paigham Mustafa, Director / Founding Trustee at E Mail: director@bergenassociates.co.uk or Tel.: 01224 635616 *(shared office number with Bergen).

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Telephone Befriender (Outreach Team)

Sight Scotland Veterans (Aberdeen Services)

It’s good to talk! If you love a relaxed, friendly chat on the phone and if the idea of doing this whilst also making a genuine impact as a volunteer sounds too good to be true … read on. Our members tell us that their regular check-ins and chats with someone at Sight Scotland Veterans are something they look forward to. Sometimes they can even be a lifeline. Just a simple phone call once a week can make the difference that helps one of our members overcome the effects of isolation and loneliness. We need a friendly and naturally chatty home-based volunteer who can check in regularly with our members by phone, take some time to make sure they are doing OK, and fill them in with all the latest gossip at Sight Scotland Veterans. You will never be cold calling, there’s no pressure and nothing to sell. We will only ask you to call signed-up Sight Scotland Veterans members who we know will be only too happy to hear from you. As a volunteer, you will get to know inspiring people, gain valuable experiences, and help us to change the lives of those who have served their country. For more information please contact James Whyte, Volunteer Development Manager at email james.whyte@sightscotland.org.uk or tel.: 0131 446 3154.

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Telephone Befriender (Outreach Team)

Sight Scotland Veterans (Aberdeen Services)

It’s good to talk! If you love a relaxed, friendly chat on the phone and if the idea of doing this whilst also making a genuine impact as a volunteer sounds too good to be true … read on. Our members tell us that their regular check-ins and chats with someone at Sight Scotland Veterans are something they look forward to. Sometimes they can even be a lifeline. Just a simple phone call once a week can make the difference that helps one of our members overcome the effects of isolation and loneliness. We need a friendly and naturally chatty home-based volunteer who can check in regularly with our members by phone, take some time to make sure they are doing OK, and fill them in with all the latest gossip at Sight Scotland Veterans. You will never be cold calling, there’s no pressure and nothing to sell. We will only ask you to call signed-up Sight Scotland Veterans members who we know will be only too happy to hear from you. As a volunteer, you will get to know inspiring people, gain valuable experiences, and help us to change the lives of those who have served their country. For more information please contact James Whyte, Volunteer Development Manager at email james.whyte@sightscotland.org.uk or tel.: 0131 446 3154.

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Befriender Volunteers

Aberdeen Linking Lives

Aberdeen Linking Lives is a befriending service generally aimed at the elderly who find themselves requiring some extra friendship and support. We match volunteers with older people who would like to see a friendly volunteer visitor on a regular basis for around one hour. Aberdeen Linking Lives relies on volunteers to deliver our service. Volunteers do not need any special skills as they receive full training, support and advice for their role. They also provide references and receive the necessary criminal record checks (PVG) prior to beginning visits (there is no cost for PVG checks for volunteers). If you would like to volunteer, please give us a call or email us for more information: E Mail: aberdeen@linkinglives.uk tel.: Shola, Aberdeen Linking Lives Coordinator on 07425622600. All help makes a difference to the lives of older people in Aberdeen and is greatly appreciated.

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Education Volunteers for PSPA

PSPA – Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Association

PSPA is a national charity providing support and information to people living with PSP and CBD, while funding research into treatments and ultimately a cure. We rely entirely on voluntary donations. You can see more about this here at https://pspassociation.org.uk/ *Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) is a neurological condition caused by the premature loss of nerve cells in certain parts of the brain. *Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) is a degenerative brain disease that affects people from the age of 40 onwards. PSPA covers the United Kingdom and works very closely with other PSP organisations across the world working together supporting research and the provision of information and support into PSP and CBD. Following funding from the Scottish Government, we can now increase our work in Scotland including increasing the volunteering opportunities here. Volunteers are the lifeblood of PSPA - We value the skills, experience, commitment and enthusiasm that our volunteers bring – so we are recruiting in Scotland to enable us to reach out to more people affected by PSP and CBD. By working together, we can make a real difference to people’s lives. PSP & CBD are rare and little known. Education Volunteers can improve this situation. Our aim is to make education and training available to as many health and social care professionals as possible, many of whom may not have come across PSP or CBD before. Our Education Volunteer role will help health and social care professionals to understand key information about the impact of living with PSP & CBD and thereby improve their practice. We also aim to have our volunteers raise awareness in local communities by them offering informative talks to interested groups. Volunteers will need to be enthusiastic, enjoy speaking to groups and able to manage a group effectively. Ideally they will have an understanding of PSP & CBD, be passionate about raising awareness and have empathy with the aims of PSPA. Experience in public speaking and confidence in the use of PowerPoint will help in this role and those interested should be able to travel within their local area. We will provide training and resources to enable our Education Volunteers plan and deliver free training sessions on PSP, CBD and the services offered by PSPA. We offer a comprehensive learning package that covers all aspects of the role. The rewards of being an Education Volunteer with us include; the opportunity for self-development, the opportunity to meet new people and to be valued as a part of a team. There is also the unique reward of making a difference to people living with PSP & CBD and their families. Anybody wishing to express an interest in these roles should contact tel.: 01327 356137 or Email: volunteering@pspassociation.org.uk or read more at https://pspassociation.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/ways-to-volunteer/education-and-awareness-volunteer/

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Volunteers for 'Focus on Fibre' Nutrition Study

The Rowett Institute - University of Aberdeen

Interested in nutrition, gut bacteria, and health? Help us understand if fibre plays a role! The Rowett Institute are looking to recruit participants with low habitual fibre intake to assess impact of diet change on appetite response and gut health. In this study, we will ask you to follow a set diet (we will provide all the food) for six weeks, the diet will vary in fibre content and type. We will ask you to come to the Rowett Institute for a screening session to check that you are eligible, and four times for a test session where will take blood samples and other measures. Each test session will last approximately 9hrs. We will also provide feedback on health markers (like cholesterol). *Eligibility: -Overweight adults (BMI 28-40kg/m²) who eat less than 18g of fibre per day. You will not be able to participate if you have a food allergy or are vegetarian. -healthy males; or healthy females (on oral contraceptive pill, other hormonal contraceptives, or postmenopausal) Please visit the study webpage for more information at: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/rowett/volunteer/focus_on_fibre.php or contact Claire Fyfe, Research Technician at email: c.fyfe@abdn.ac.uk or telephone: 01224 438752.

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Volunteer Drivers

Kaimhill Strollers

Volunteers required to drive a 17-seater minibus for an over 50s walking group based at Kaimhill Learning Centre, Pitmedden Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 7HR. Drivers should be over 25 and under 70 and have category D1 on their driving licence. We are a friendly group who walk on Thursdays leaving the centre at 9.30am and usually return around mid afternoon. We normally walk between 5 and 7 miles and most drivers in the past have been happy to walk with the group but this is not a requirement! Prospective volunteers will be given support to familiarise themselves with the vehicle and are welcome to come along on a walk to see what is involved. A fantastic opportunity to help. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Doris Strachan, Secretary at email: dorismstrachan@googlemail.com or telephone 07766752284.

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Committee Members/Directors

Seabank House

The Seabank House charity operates 2 care homes in Aberdeen City, each providing support for vulnerable adults with mental health problems. Seabank House has capacity for 19 residents, while Aberlea House is a smaller project and has 5 residents. Both services are fully staffed 24/7. The main aim of the charity are to assist and support residents to live full and meaningful lives and to maximise their potential. As well as providing rooms, meals and communal areas, we also offer a range of different types of support depending on each individuals' needs. This includes areas such as preparing or and attending appointments, domestic tasks, medication compliance, organising personal finances/benefits and social therapy. The Board ae seeking to secure additional voluntary unpaid committee members to help oversee management of the charity. Supporting the work of paid staff and volunteers, committee members offer valuable life experience and objectivity to the management of the charity. Applications from those who have worked or advised in business management, mental health or social care sectors, education and local authorities are especially welcome. For further details please contact Liz Stewart, Company Secretary at email: liz.stewart@stronachs.com or telephone: 01224 592800.

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Young People Volunteer Befrienders

Hand of Solace

Hand of Solace is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organization working with isolated/lonely elders and young people by offering direct services and support , all designed to help people make the most of life. We have a range of exciting volunteer opportunities to assist in this and would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our great volunteer team. This includes assisting with our Young People Befriending Service. Our Young People Volunteer Befrienders are matched on a 1:1 basis with a child aged (5-16) within the Aberdeen community and through caring, reliability and consistency build up a trusting relationship, thus providing positive role model. Befrienders shall support the young people to access/attend activities within the community to reduce isolation, promote self-confidence/esteem and to help young people to begin to learn life skills. We’ll give you all the training and support you need to do your role. All help will make a difference and be greatly appreciated. Application forms may be accessed by filling out our volunteers interest form which may be found in our website at https://www.handofsolace.co.uk/apply-to-volunteer-with-us or by requesting through our email- info@handofsolace.co.uk , or by phoning the contact number- 07378432436.

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Donations Assistants

Somebody Cares

Somebody Cares is a local charity who furnish homes, provide clothing, baby equipment, toys and food parcels to those in need within our city and shire. Through referral from many local support services, charities, social workers and the local councils, clients are able to access our services completely free of charge. By demonstrating empathy and support, our aim is to provide a helping hand to those who are facing challenging times, by offering hope and providing then with essential and practicable items which they otherwise couldn’t afford to purchase. Our greatest wish is that after receiving our support our clients can gain confidence, flourish and begin to escape the poverty trap. We work with men, woman and children from many different backgrounds, and our services are accessed by many support services including Aberdeen City Council, Cornhill Hospital, Grampians Women’s Aid, Barnardo’s, Children’s 1st, Turning Point Scotland, Langstane Housing, Shmu, Children and Family Services, Social Bite, Drugs and Alcohol Awareness and many medical professionals. We fund our charitable work by selling some of our donated items at our very busy retail megastore at Hazeldene Road, Aberdeen. (Old Dobbie’s building). The Megastore has many gems and bargains and has a strong local clientele who visit the store on a regular basis. We are looking for volunteers to help us sort through many of the donated items ready for sale. We are flexible with hours and days and are looking for enthusiastic people with a heart for making a difference to join our friendly team. A fantastic opportunity to help. All volunteers make a real difference and are greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Alison Topley, Chief Operating Officer at email: volunteer@somebodycaresscotland.org or telephone: 01224 460700.

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Computer Tutor Volunteers

Silver City Surfers

We are looking for people with the ability and drive to help people aged over 55 learn basic computer skills. This can include aspects such as: -What's an email? -I don't have an email address -What's an attachment? -I don't have a computer -Where will I find a computer? -Even although I found a computer, I wouldn't know how to use it -How to use/search the internet Silver City Surfers undertake sessions and have volunteering opportunities at any of the following times and venues: -every Wednesdays and Fridays, 10.00am-1.00pm at the Citadel, Castlegate. -every Monday 11.00am-1.00pm Seaton STAR Flat, Seaton Drive. -every Thursday 11.00am-1.00pm, Cummings Park Community Flat, 122 Cummings Park Drive AB16 7BB -Every Monday (apart from the 2nd Monday) of the Month we are in Michies’ Union Street Coffee Shop where they are providing free tea/coffee and a biscuit for our participants as well. A great opportunity to help and make a positive difference. For further details please contact us at email: silvercitysurfers@gmail.com or web.: http://www.silvercitysurfers.co.uk

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Group Volunteer-M26 Road to Recovery

M26 Road to Recovery

We work with males over the age of 26 years who have had a drug or alcohol problem. Our aim is to give people back their self esteem and a purpose in life away from addiction. We do this through a variety of ways such as having monthly outings e.g.: fishing gorge walking, bowling. We also do a community garden. This helps people give something back to their communities and helps break down stigma. We meet on a Tuesday from 12-2.30pm. We also do a Thursday from 10am-12.30pm which is a drop-in with activities such as board games and arts and crafts. We have opportunities for people to volunteer to help out at the groups. It is very enjoyable, rewarding and you would gain good experience and make a very positive difference. All help is greatly appreciated and makes a real difference to people and the community. For further details please contact: Aileen Goymer-Davidson on: aileengoymer@hotmail.co.uk

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Volunteer Drivers

Future Choices Aberdeen

We have exciting opportunities for people to join our great team of volunteer drivers. Our group meets at Inchgarth Community Centre, Aboyne Place, Garthedee, Aberdeen on Tuesdays between 11.00am to 2.00pm. You will be made to feel very welcome as we are a very friendly, dynamic group and greatly appreciate help that volunteers give. This is a great, enjoyable opportunity to help in the local community, make a positive difference and also the opportunity to develop new skills. For more information regarding this or any other volunteer opportunities at Future Choices please contact us at email: info@future-choices.org.uk or through our website: www.future-choices.org.uk

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Pamiloo Drivers

PAMIS Grampian - Promoting a More Inclusive Society

We are recruiting Volunteer Drivers to assist in our important and exciting Pamiloo development. Thousands of people with complex needs across Scotland are unable to attend events or visit outdoor venues due to the lack of appropriate toilet facilities and to this end PAMIS have purchased the first Scottish fully accessible mobile changing places toilet. PAMIS will use this resource for events that they organise for families and it will also be available for others to hire. To date it has been at the Edinburgh Fringe, visited various beaches and events in Scotland. We are recruiting volunteer drivers. Drivers have to be 25 years old and over. You could volunteer to be a driver and drive it to different venues. All bookings will be arranged through PAMIS. We also require volunteers to open and close the van, be an attendant and supervise the use of the mobile changing places toilet. This position is open to a wider group of volunteers. Training will be given. Excellent support and full training is provided to all volunteers and we reimburse agreed out of pocket expenses and travel. This is a hugely valuable and rewarding experience, the opportunity to learn new skills and to travel. For more information please contact For more information please contact Lesley Gray on email l.u.gray@dundee.ac.uk or tel.: 01382 385154. You can visit our website: www.pamis.org.uk Note: a child or adult with profound and multiple learning disabilities will always be accompanied by at least one carer at all times. You will not be expected to assist in any personal care activities.

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Mini Bus Drivers

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action

ADA-Alcohol & Drugs Action have opportunities for Volunteer Mini Bus Drivers to support people who require this service in their recovery journey. Our Activity group helps people trying to get away from problematic drug use, who want to meet others on a similar journey and want to do leisure activities on a Friday afternoon. We require an enthusiastic, motivated individual to drive a minibus and assist our Activity Group by driving one Friday afternoon per month. For further information regarding this opportunity, please download the a Volunteer application pack from the web site www.drugsaction.co.uk or send an e-mail to amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk headed Volunteer Mini Bus Driver or contact: Anne McAlister (Volunteer Co-ordinator) T: 01224 577120 / E-mail: amcalister@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk Web: www.drugsaction.co.uk As well as Mini Bus Drivers we also have a range of other volunteer opportunities such as Volunteer Buddies, Volunteer Complementary Therapists, Creative Group Volunteers , Volunteer Gardener and Volunteer Music Group Assistant.

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Social Media Lead Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) is seeking Social Media Lead volunteers to help with the crucial work in our Social Media team. Our website and social media provide information on climate change, sustainable living, and relevant events. The purpose of social media team is to guide the creation of new posts, to unify the organisation’s social media presence. ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland. As a Social Media Lead Volunteer, you’ll find yourself helping with • Primarily promoting the climate café each month. • Managing the messages to social media accounts. • Promoting events. • Creating graphics. • Making relevant content. • Creating Facebook events for the café. • Promoting sustainability articles/ideas via our social media platforms while liaising with other groups such as XR and Friends Of the Earth. You’ll be working alongside a diverse collection of individuals; from students to retirees; lawyers to oil and gas professionals; local Aberdonians to peoples from across the globe. ACA wants to offer you an interesting and valuable opportunity that can help bolster your CV, develop or gain skills; make new friends; or just do your part to help the environment. No matter what, your time and the work you do helps ACA complete its valuable work in the North East. For more information or any queries, please email our volunteer support team: recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org

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Social Media Lead Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) is seeking Social Media Lead volunteers to help with the crucial work in our Social Media team. Our website and social media provide information on climate change, sustainable living, and relevant events. The purpose of social media team is to guide the creation of new posts, to unify the organisation’s social media presence. ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland. As a Social Media Lead Volunteer, you’ll find yourself helping with • Primarily promoting the climate café each month. • Managing the messages to social media accounts. • Promoting events. • Creating graphics. • Making relevant content. • Creating Facebook events for the café. • Promoting sustainability articles/ideas via our social media platforms while liaising with other groups such as XR and Friends Of the Earth. You’ll be working alongside a diverse collection of individuals; from students to retirees; lawyers to oil and gas professionals; local Aberdonians to peoples from across the globe. ACA wants to offer you an interesting and valuable opportunity that can help bolster your CV, develop or gain skills; make new friends; or just do your part to help the environment. No matter what, your time and the work you do helps ACA complete its valuable work in the North East. For more information or any queries, please email our volunteer support team: recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org

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Social Media Lead Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) is seeking Social Media Lead volunteers to help with the crucial work in our Social Media team. Our website and social media provide information on climate change, sustainable living, and relevant events. The purpose of social media team is to guide the creation of new posts, to unify the organisation’s social media presence. ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland. As a Social Media Lead Volunteer, you’ll find yourself helping with • Primarily promoting the climate café each month. • Managing the messages to social media accounts. • Promoting events. • Creating graphics. • Making relevant content. • Creating Facebook events for the café. • Promoting sustainability articles/ideas via our social media platforms while liaising with other groups such as XR and Friends Of the Earth. You’ll be working alongside a diverse collection of individuals; from students to retirees; lawyers to oil and gas professionals; local Aberdonians to peoples from across the globe. ACA wants to offer you an interesting and valuable opportunity that can help bolster your CV, develop or gain skills; make new friends; or just do your part to help the environment. No matter what, your time and the work you do helps ACA complete its valuable work in the North East. For more information or any queries, please email our volunteer support team: recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org

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Social Media Lead Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) is seeking Social Media Lead volunteers to help with the crucial work in our Social Media team. Our website and social media provide information on climate change, sustainable living, and relevant events. The purpose of social media team is to guide the creation of new posts, to unify the organisation’s social media presence. ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland. As a Social Media Lead Volunteer, you’ll find yourself helping with • Primarily promoting the climate café each month. • Managing the messages to social media accounts. • Promoting events. • Creating graphics. • Making relevant content. • Creating Facebook events for the café. • Promoting sustainability articles/ideas via our social media platforms while liaising with other groups such as XR and Friends Of the Earth. You’ll be working alongside a diverse collection of individuals; from students to retirees; lawyers to oil and gas professionals; local Aberdonians to peoples from across the globe. ACA wants to offer you an interesting and valuable opportunity that can help bolster your CV, develop or gain skills; make new friends; or just do your part to help the environment. No matter what, your time and the work you do helps ACA complete its valuable work in the North East. For more information or any queries, please email our volunteer support team: recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org

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Social Media Lead Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) is seeking Social Media Lead volunteers to help with the crucial work in our Social Media team. Our website and social media provide information on climate change, sustainable living, and relevant events. The purpose of social media team is to guide the creation of new posts, to unify the organisation’s social media presence. ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland. As a Social Media Lead Volunteer, you’ll find yourself helping with • Primarily promoting the climate café each month. • Managing the messages to social media accounts. • Promoting events. • Creating graphics. • Making relevant content. • Creating Facebook events for the café. • Promoting sustainability articles/ideas via our social media platforms while liaising with other groups such as XR and Friends Of the Earth. You’ll be working alongside a diverse collection of individuals; from students to retirees; lawyers to oil and gas professionals; local Aberdonians to peoples from across the globe. ACA wants to offer you an interesting and valuable opportunity that can help bolster your CV, develop or gain skills; make new friends; or just do your part to help the environment. No matter what, your time and the work you do helps ACA complete its valuable work in the North East. For more information or any queries, please email our volunteer support team: recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org

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Social Media Lead Volunteers

Aberdeen Climate Action

Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) is seeking Social Media Lead volunteers to help with the crucial work in our Social Media team. Our website and social media provide information on climate change, sustainable living, and relevant events. The purpose of social media team is to guide the creation of new posts, to unify the organisation’s social media presence. ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland. As a Social Media Lead Volunteer, you’ll find yourself helping with • Primarily promoting the climate café each month. • Managing the messages to social media accounts. • Promoting events. • Creating graphics. • Making relevant content. • Creating Facebook events for the café. • Promoting sustainability articles/ideas via our social media platforms while liaising with other groups such as XR and Friends Of the Earth. You’ll be working alongside a diverse collection of individuals; from students to retirees; lawyers to oil and gas professionals; local Aberdonians to peoples from across the globe. ACA wants to offer you an interesting and valuable opportunity that can help bolster your CV, develop or gain skills; make new friends; or just do your part to help the environment. No matter what, your time and the work you do helps ACA complete its valuable work in the North East. For more information or any queries, please email our volunteer support team: recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org

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Sensory Garden Volunteers

Aberdeen Science Centre

We are on the look-out for budding gardeners to help transform our Sensory Garden and outdoor space at the Aberdeen Science Centre. An ideal opportunity for those who are interested in gardening; those who enjoy the outdoors; or want to be a bit more active, helping in the local community and supporting a local charity create an inspiring outdoor space and sensory garden for visitors. We are flexible with times and working days, as long as you are keen to get stuck-in, we want to hear from you! Please contact us at email: volunteer@asc.scot for more details. Further information is also available on our website at https://aberdeensciencecentre.org/garden-volunteer/

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Social Bite Scran Volunteers

Social Bite (Aberdeen)

*Why we need you: At Social Bite we believe that no one should be hungry, there is enough food and wealth in the city that means we can do something about this. Food is a great way of meeting peoples’ needs as well as offering community, a listening ear, and sign posting people to other services they may need. *What will you be doing? As part of a team of volunteers and a Social Bite shop staff member, you will be: • Preparing hot food, drinks, and setting up the shop to offer this take away service. • Being a friendly face and talking to people about how they are doing. • 'Signposting' people to various services provided by our partner charities e.g. housing/benefits advice, courses, drug/alcohol support. • Inviting them to Social Suppers. • Cleaning up after the session has finished. • We are looking for volunteers for every Monday 2.00pm-3.30pm. *What skills and attributes do you need? • Being friendly and personable to ensure all customers feel welcome in the shop. • Enthusiasm and energy for serving customers. • A tolerant and non-judgemental attitude. • The ability to volunteer as part of a team with staff and other volunteers. • Experience of a catering environment/with food would be great but is in no way essential. • Experience of working with vulnerable people or those experiencing homelessness would be great but is not essential. *What support will you be given? • Induction session with a background to the organisation, role specific training, and information about local services to sign post people towards. • Regular opportunities to feedback to Volunteer Coordinator. • Volunteer Calendar of events and Volunteer Bi Monthly Newsletter. • FLOW Online Food hygiene and healthy & safety training. • Quarterly refresher training evenings. • Debrief with on-call staff member when needed. Induction session with a background to the organisation, role specific training, and information about local services to sign post people towards. *What benefits can you expect? • To be part of a fun and friendly team. • Satisfaction of seeing vulnerable people benefit from the food and support we provide.   • The chance to develop skills and experience in a major charity/social enterprise, community work and catering. A fantastic opportunity and all help makes a real difference for people we support and is greatly appreciated. For more information please email: volunteering@social-bite.co.uk

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Volunteer Assistant Manager

Cancer Research UK: Union Street Store

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain managerial skills volunteering for Cancer Research uk . Suitable for someone with some retail background and an outgoing friendly personality. This training and work experience will enhance your C.V. and be very rewarding knowing you are helping to beat cancer sooner. We are a very friendly hardworking team who also have a lot of fun This position will include ongoing training on all aspects of managing a Cancer Research UK Charity shop. Training will involve -Health and Safety -Customer service -Stock processing -Handling cash -Fundraising Good support and relevant training is provided-includes a taster session/shop visit and on going training and support. For more details please contact Agnes Keilloh, Shop Manager on E Mail: aberdeenunionshop@cancer.org.uk or tel: 01224 590580

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Customer Service Volunteers

Cancer Research UK: Union Street Store

We have a fantastic team of staff and volunteers at Cancer Research UK Union Street store (125 Union Street Aberdeen, AB11 6HB). We have great opportunities for more people to join our volunteer team to help us with customer service. Our shop has been open just over a year and is lovely and clean, colour coordinated and has bags of style. Good support and relevant training is provided-includes a taster session/shop visit and on going training and support. Come on board and help us make a difference. Let’s beat cancer sooner! For more details please contact Agnes Keilloh, Shop Manager on E Mail: aberdeenunionshop@cancer.org.uk or tel: 01224 590580

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Stella’s Voice Volunteers

Stella’s Voice

We’d love for you to join our busy, diverse and fun team at Stella’s Voice, Aberdeen Charity Shop. If you’ve got a “can do” attitude, are excited about charity retail and keen to gain new skills, we are looking for volunteers to help with sorting through donations, price items, dress windows and assist customers. No previous experience is needed, all training will be provided. We ask for a minimum of 2 hours commitment a week. A fantastic opportunity to help. All assistance helps in the vital work of Stella’s Voice charity in protecting the world’s most vulnerable people from human traffickers. It's also a great way to meet new people and make new friends. For more details please contact hr@stellasvoice.org or call 01224 611840.

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Duty Controller Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need Duty controllers working from the comfort of your own home to help us with this mission. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Duty Controller Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need Duty controllers working from the comfort of your own home to help us with this mission. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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Duty Controller Volunteers

North East Rider Volunteers Scotland

Our mission is to deliver urgent medical samples, equipment and supplies free of charge between hospitals, healthcare sites and laboratories in the North East of Scotland when Healthcare Providers’ own transport services do not operate. We need Duty controllers working from the comfort of your own home to help us with this mission. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Graeme Scott, Membership Secretary at email: membershipsecretary@nervs.org.uk or telephone.: 07881460792.

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IT Support Volunteers

AbilityNet (Aberdeen Services)

“A digital world accessible to all” Award winning IT charity AbilityNet is looking for IT Support volunteers to help people get the most out of technology. We support older and disabled people to use technology, from setting up a new device, to showing how to use zoom or do an internet food shop. The role would take place in your local area, face to face with clients or help over Teamviewer. You don’t need to be a tech guru to help out. If you use a computer at home or work, and perhaps support family and friends with their tech issues, you are likely to have the skills we are looking for. Relevant guidance and excellent support is provided to all volunteers. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference for people. All volunteer assistance is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Donna Baker-Smith at email community@abilitynet.org.uk or telephone 01926 956850.

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Online Outreach Volunteers

Fledgling Arts Collective Central (Aberdeen)

We are non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world ,We encourage you to express yourselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic. We are looking for Online Outreach Volunteers who will respond to our members in either a live chat (booked in advance) or via email messaging style. A fantastic opportunity to help volunteering-all help makes a real difference and is greatly appreciated. For further details please contact: Jewels Johnson at email: jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com

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Befriending Volunteers

Caf4e & Company Lunch Club

The Caf4e & Company Lunch Club is working with Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership to address the problem of social isolation among older people in Bridge of Don. The Lunch Club runs once a fortnight on Fridays and provides a nutritious hot meal along with activities and entertainment and the opportunity for members and volunteers to socialise and develop friendships. Volunteers benefit as they find themselves involved in a community where they are able to help others but also receive support, encouragement and friendship. We provide a warm and welcoming environment and volunteers are able to choose which tasks suit them best – driving, social interaction & hosting tables, practical tasks, befriending. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All help is greatly appreciated. To find out more, please contact the Lunch Club Coordinator Rachel Wallace at Rachel.caf4e@outlook.com

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African Council Volunteers

African Council

>Who we are: The African Council is an independent voluntary organisation with a mission to promote the social and economic welfare of African People. We celebrate the best in African culture(s), history and values. We promote the attainment of education and life skills especially among Africans. We also advance active citizenship among Africans through engagement in civic and political process, institutions and leadership. >Some of our projects: 1. Employment/Enterprise coaching events • The event seeks to provide coaching and empowerment for Africans through education, guidance and support, to increase Africans involvement in employment, enterprise and entrepreneurship opportunities. 2. Civic and Political structures coaching events • The event seeks to provide coaching that encourages and provides guidance to Africans, to increase involvement and participation of Africans in civic and political life in Scotland, 3. Engagement events • Our engagement events seek to understand the challenges and barriers that Africans face in participating in all areas of Scottish life and ways to mitigate these challenges. >Volunteering Opportunities: Volunteers are vital for delivering the African Council's projects and services. We are looking for volunteers to join our team and we currently have volunteering opportunities available in the following areas: 1. Website Support 2. Corporate Communications 3. Social Media Management 4. Legal 5. Digital marketing and advertising 6. Event planning, support and management 7. Research 8. Administration 9. Help desk >Benefits of volunteering with the African Council include: 1. Opportunities to learn new skills 2. Employability training 3. Meet new people 4. Networking opportunities 5. Flexible working times 6. Develop your skills and talent and turn it to something employers will be excited about 7. Boost your CV with relevant work experience\n8. Fun hangouts, as well as, 9. Satisfaction of being a part of team that will make a significant difference in Scotland Fantastic opportunities to help at a very exciting time in the development of the African Council. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ca-ananay Maduka, Volunteer Coordinator at E Mail: info@africancouncil.org.uk or Tel.: 01224 579218.

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Community Cafe Volunteers

Ferryhill Parish Church

Ferryhill Parish Church operates a great community café in the heart of Ferryhill, which creates a welcoming environment for those who attend for a morning cuppa and also for those who volunteer their services. We are requiring helpers, who can assist in the coffee shop, as it is a very popular meeting place. Helpers are required to work with the team in the general running of the coffee shop. e.g. setting tables, serving coffees, clearing tables and generally tidying up. There are also opportunities to assist volunteering in the kitchen e .g. with the preparation of food etc. The café is located in the church but people do not need to be church members to be volunteers-everyone is welcome. All volunteers are welcome and greatly appreciated. Support, mentoring and learning opportunities will be available as and when required. A brilliant opportunity to help and make a difference in the community. For more details please contact: Rita King (Convenor of the Friendship Team) E-Mail: ritaking39@gmail.com Tel.: 01224 572391 or 01224 213093

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Volunteer Caretaker

St Andrew Cathedral Church

We have a great volunteer opportunity to join our excellent team of volunteers as a Cathedral Caretaker is responsible for the general upkeep and presentation of the Cathedral and associated properties. Duties will include: *Routine maintenance and heavier-duty cleaning, supporting the existing cleaning team when appropriate; *Conducting scheduled safety checks and tests in accordance with statutory requirements; *Being a responsible key-holder for emergency access to the buildings *Preparing venues and providing access to buildings for external-hire events; securing premises after the event; *Being the primary contact and providing access to buildings for contractors and officials visiting the Cathedral; *Ensuring all boilers / radiators are working efficiently and boilers are regularly inspected/serviced by a qualified tradesperson. *Setting of heating in accordance with Cathedral diary of events Relevant training and good support is provided to all volunteers, with all help greatly appreciated. For further details please contact Lynda Johnston, Cathedral Administrator at E Mail: office@standrewscathedralabereen.org.uk or Tel.: 01224 640119

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites where you have placed the collecting can, emptying the can and supporting the site holder with any queries or concerns. * Counting, banking and recording the income from your collecting cans. A fantastic opportunity to help and make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more details please contact us at volunteering@chss.org.uk or visit our website at https://www.chss.org.uk/volunteer-with-chss

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Collection Can Volunteer (Aberdeen)

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (Aberdeen & Grampian Services)

Being a Collection Can Volunteer is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading health charity and make a real difference to the people we support. As a CHSS Collecting Can Volunteer, you will play a key role in sourcing new collecting can sites, helping to raise awareness and vital funds to ensure Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland continues to support people who are living with effects of stroke, chest and heart conditions in Scotland. Your role will include: * Placing CHSS charity collection cans in shops, local businesses, and community venues. * Regularly revisiting the sites wher