DRiNKLiNK is a local charity who provides support to those affected by someone else’s drinking. Whether people are affected by the drinking of a family member, friend or work colleague, our aim is to link people to information, services and community groups that will help people in their recovery. We are a volunteer led charity and greatly appreciate the help of volunteers. DRiNKLiNK is also a recipient of the Volunteer Friendly Award national quality standard in recognition of our commitment to volunteers and excellence in volunteer involvement. Currently we have volunteer opportunities to assist in the following roles: *The people people: >Partner Relations. >Volunteer Coordinator. >.HR Advisor. *The money makers: >Fundraiser. *The support team: >Legal Assistant. >Minutes Secretary. *The marketing suite: >PR Advisor. >Proofreader. >SEO Specialist. >Social Media Manager. >Campaign Manager.>Graphic Designer. >Content Creator. >Community Manager. We can also work with you to create a bespoke opportunity that makes the most of your skill set and experience. Email info@drinklink.org to find out more.

Please note: Due to current Scottish Government guidance, no face to face element of Scouts will take place. We are only using virtual means to contact volunteers and children. While we might not be meeting in person just now, we are meeting through Zoom and conducting activities. What do volunteers do? Week by week, our volunteers empower thousands of young people to learn new skills, make new friends and stand on their own two feet. They’re our everyday heroes. They shape young people’s lives for the better and find out a whole lot about themselves in the process, too. Today, there are nearly 60,000 young people on waiting lists to join us in the UK. We’re more relevant and more needed than ever, but it’s not always easy to keep up with the demand. That’s where you come in You don’t need to be Bear Grylls to join us. You don’t need to have been a Scout when you were younger. You don’t even need to know how to put up a tent. Our door is open to people of all ages, genders, races, and backgrounds, and we’re only able to change lives because people like you lend a hand. We’re talking about tea makers, tidy-uppers, and skill sharers. We’re talking about minibus drivers and first aiders. We’re talking about students who want to boost their CV, and parents who volunteer so they can spend more time together as a family. Whatever your skillset, lend a hand for as little or as much time as you can spare, and we promise you’ll get more out than you put in. Because whether you’re helping a leader to run an activity in the local town hall, organising a night away, or buttering 120 slices of bread a group of very hungry eleven-year olds - no two Scout meetings are the same. The difference you make, though, is always great. We provide the training. You show up, get stuck in, and make memories for life. As long as you're over 18, you can help out as an adult volunteer in Scouting. There is no upper age limit for adult volunteers. If you are aged between 14 and 18, there is the option of becoming a Young Leader. Sounds fun? Worthwhile? It is. Fill out this form, and we can chat through what’s available: https://scouts-northeastscotland.org.uk/Adults/AdultApplication Benefits: • Access to accredited training, including the Institution of Leadership and Management. • Improved employability and wellbeing • New skills and personal development • Saltire Award / DofE supported • Flexible approach to do volunteering including home-based opportunities. • Supportive Volunteers and Staff • Progression opportunities • Inclusive Organisation About North East Scotland Scout Region | SC017511 As Scouts, we believe in preparing young people with skills for life. We encourage our young people to do more, learn more and be more. Each week, we give over 5000 young people in the North East of Scotland the opportunity to enjoy fun and adventure while developing the skills they need to succeed, now and in the future. We’re talking about teamwork, leadership, and resilience – skills that have helped Scouts become everything from teachers and social workers to astronauts and Olympians. We believe in bringing people together. We celebrate diversity and stand against intolerance, always. We’re part of a worldwide movement, creating stronger communities and inspiring positive futures. By 2023 we will have prepared more young people with skills for life, supported by amazing leaders delivering an inspiring programme. We will be growing, more inclusive, shaped by young people and making a bigger impact in our communities. Find out more about the life changing opportunities: https://scouts-northeastscotland.org.uk/

Grampian Child Bereavement Network (part of the ARCHIE Foundation charity) provide direct support to bereaved children and young people throughout Grampian. Due to an increased demand in our service we are seeking volunteers in a variety of areas including: responders to visit bereaved families, fundraisers, event and admin helpers and a treasurer Key objectives of our Volunteers are: To support the work of GCBN through contributing to the range of services provided. To make a positive difference to the lives of the children, young people and their families who have been affected by bereavement Our responder service entails people visiting bereaved families and undertaking direct support work with children and young people and their families. We also run event days for children staffed up by our volunteers. We are particularly keen to recruit a volunteer with a financial or accounts background to take on our treasurer role. Good support and training is provided to all volunteers e.g.: induction includes self awareness, policy and procedures of charity. Training in child protection and bereavement support. Support from coordinator and board of trustees. All help makes a difference and is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Malcolm Stewart, Coordinator at E Mail:gcbn@archie.org or tel.: 01224 554152.

We are always looking for more volunteers to help at the former Rangers Station, now the community building and space, The Sand Bothy. We are looking for help with: serving refreshments at the Kiosk, organising classes, fundraising, running activity groups, auditing the accounts, producing publicity material, maintaining the Sand Bothy building - painting, repairs. Our Sand Bothy volunteers are also involved in: improving paths and signage in the Country Park beach clean ups, renovating the old bunker on the way to the beach, Easter egg hunt/Santa's grotto, etc.