Fresh Community Wellness is a growing grassroots charity, registered Scottish Charity Number, SC051346. We operate out of Aberdeen city, working within a (S.I.M.D) high neighbourhood to create lasting change and build a legacy for the future. Predominantly in Seaton neighbourhoods and outdoors, we work with volunteers/residents, with a salutogenic approach to community wellness. To help with this we have great opportunities and need people to help out as volunteers for a range of roles including: *Food growing, gardeners, greenspace management, tidy ups volunteers. *Mentors, community engagement, events, entertainers (kids, adults, 55+). *Outdoors games & sports volunteers, building outdoor areas for residents (sheltered housing seating), health. *Artists/ Sculptors to begin on our Street Art & Design projects, and sculptures. *Admin, coordinators, team lead volunteers, advisors & support volunteers. *Drop-in café helpers, advisors, cooking assistants. All are fantastic opportunities to make a real difference for people and communities in Aberdeen. Excellent support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. For more details about these volunteer roles or other ways you can help support the important work and volunteering at Fresh Community Wellness SCIO, please contact our website www.freshcom.org.uk or email us at chair@freshcom.org.uk or secretary@freshcom.org.uk

Birch Tree Garden is a new community project offering fresh fruit and vegetables to the food poor in the community. They also provide training days for locals within the Falkirk area, which will include gardening rural skills (preparing a fleece to wool/felt), wood crafts, willow weaving, basket weaving, coppicing, wellbeing, cookery, animal husbandry, admin skills, and basic stock keeping and bookkeeping. As the organisation is new, the volunteer roles are quite informal. There are various volunteer opportunities available, such as: - Decorating - Cleaning - Gardening - Litter-picking - Erecting fencing - Building poultry housing and enclosures - Helping in the shop/café area - Animal husbandry Interested persons are asked to get in touch with Carol to discuss which role they are interested in taking on, or specific skills they have that may come in handy. Carol can be contacted by telephone at 07428 241052 or by email at info@birchtreefarmfalkirk.com

Setovilla CIC is a social enterprise based in Scotland which markets food and drink products. Our mission is to encourage and support education among children from low socio-economic communities. We are looking for a graphic designer who will help to ensure the development of Setovilla's brand. You will help to shape the brand identity as well as support the creation of marketing strategies for our range of products. The role is very flexible so whether you’re looking to make new friends or improve your CV/existing skills, we can provide the support you need. Individual tasks might include, but aren't limited to: - Creating media designs to support our marketing and social media campaigns - Seeking out new social media avenues and ways of connecting with audiences. - Developing audience-first marketing strategy - Helping to generate ideas in response to briefs Benefits: - Employee discount - Flexible schedule - Work from home Essential skills/knowledge: - Graphic design experience (canva, photoshop, lightroom etc.) - Good team player - Good time management skills - Problem solving / Creative solutions - Enthusiastic and self-motivated Equal Opportunities: Setovilla CIC are committed to achieving an inclusive environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from unlawful discrimination for everyone who works within and accesses our organisation and services. If applicants need support, they will not be negatively assessed, instead helped through the process. Please get in touch.

Community Event Volunteer Edinburgh & Lothians Areas North Lanarkshire Ayrshire Area Help make a difference to the lives of disabled people in your community! Equal Futures promotes social inclusion and creates connections for people with a learning disability or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and their family carers. By becoming part of Equal Futures as a Community Event Volunteer, you will attend and assist our regular social events for people we support and their families. This opportunity helps to build the confidence and skills of people we support in social situations, and help them engage with peers in a relaxing and supportive environment. Volunteers work as part of an events team to plan, schedule and deliver exciting social events with assistance from the Project Coordinators. Events are scheduled in advance and depending on how much time you would like to contribute, volunteers can attend a selection of the dates or all of them. The events are a great opportunity to get to know the Equal Futures community, and some volunteers even go on to become Befrienders with us or help to facilitate a Circle of Support for someone who needs it. We provide support for people aged 16 and over and work across 10 local authority areas: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scottish Borders, Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, Perthshire, East Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, South Ayrshire. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and will work flexibly with you to ensure your volunteering journey is a positive and satisfying experience. You’ll enjoy lots of benefits being a Community Event Volunteer, such as: Learning from an experienced and knowledgeable team Meeting new people and sharing insights Volunteering on a flexible basis that fits in with your life Access to free training and regular support Social opportunities with other volunteers Improved self-esteem and confidence Improved communication skills Advantageous for relevant careers Reduced loneliness and better mental health Feeling valued in our friendly team Seeing the difference that you’re making Thank you for showing interest in this opportunity. For further information or to apply, please contact us on: Edinburgh and Lothians area: Jane.Mcallister@equalfutures.org.uk North Lanarkshire area: Donna.McCallum@equalfutures.org.uk Ayrshire area: Kelly.Malyan@equalfutures.org.uk