Welcome

Our mission is to connect communities across the Dover, Folkestone and Hythe and Thanet areas through volunteering and community-led projects; supporting volunteers and volunteer involving organisations to meet needs and improve quality of life.

 

Folkestone and Hythe Volunteer Awards

Do you know a volunteer or group that goes above and beyond to help others in Folkestone, Hythe and Romney Marsh? We invite you to nominate them for the Excellence in Volunteering Awards 2025. The awards celebrate volunteers making an outstanding contribution. Do you know any individuals or groups making a difference across Folkestone & Hythe district? Click the button to nominate them now. 

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Volunteering

Whether you want to volunteer, or you need a volunteer, start your journey here.

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Support for Volunteer Involving Organisations

We are keen to share our knowledge with local charities, community groups and other not-for-profit volunteer-involving organisations (VIOs). 

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Community Transport

We provide an essential, volunteer-led community transport service for the Dover District, Folkestone and Hythe and Thanet, plus surrounding villages.

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Good Neighbours Service

We run a volunteer befriending service aimed at reducing the feeling of loneliness and isolation among older people.

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DBS checking service

We provide DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks to assist employers and Volunteer Involving Organisations in making safer recruitment decisions.

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Kent Coast Volunteering