May 2025
Thanet Volunteering Opportunities
Blind Veterans UK helps vision-impaired ex-Servicemen and women to rebuild their lives after sight loss. They provide rehabilitation, training, practical advice and emotional support to veterans, regardless of how or when they lost their sight to helping blind veterans regain their independence and live the life they choose. Most of their veterans live in the community and they are looking for volunteers to support them, get out and about or attend local events. For those less confident, they provide and are looking for volunteers to become home visitors, providing a chat over a cuppa to reduce their isolation and loneliness. Find out more here.
Heritage Lab Ramsgate, a Community Interest Company, is seeking a Treasurer (Non-Executive Director) to join their Board of Directors. Reporting to the Chair, this is a key strategic position within the Board, enabling the organisation to grow, adding value to the local community and supporting creative regeneration projects with a particular focus on Ramsgate. They have recently bought the Old Wine Warehouse in Charlotte Court, Ramsgate and launched the upper floor as Ramsgate Works, a co-working space. The other two floors will be opening shortly as an exciting part of their organisational journey. Find out and apply here.
Citizens Advice Witness Service have a great opportunity as a Witness Service Volunteer. In this role you’ll provide vital support to witnesses, their friends and families as they navigate the court process. Your role will be to offer practical guidance and emotional reassurance, helping people feel more at ease and confident about giving evidence. Find out more here or contact Catherine Redmond, Volunteering Coordinator South Region at ws-volunteering@citizensadvice.org.uk or call 0796 2647133.
Folkestone and Hythe Opportunities
Rainbow Centre is a Christian charity working in the Folkestone and Hythe District, supporting and empowering individuals and families experiencing deprivation and hardship, in order that they may have a future with stability, dignity and hope. As a Christian organisation we are committed to serving people of all faith groups and beliefs or none and recognise the worth of everyone. If you would like to be involved the opportunities are varied and include Money First Aid Volunteer Mentors, working t ogether with Dover, Deal and District Citizens Advice, FoodStop Volunteers and help is needed at the The Rainbow Shop, Cheriton Road, Cheriton. Visit their website to see the varied volunteering opportunities available.
Dover District Opportunities
Thinking Schools Academy Trust are seeking a Volunteer School Governor for Goodwin Academy. You’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the educational landscape in your local community, working with school leaders to make a positive change for the students in your school and ensure they are receiving the best of what the Trust and schools have to offer. Having recently obtained a ‘Good’ judgement in their Ofsted visit, it is an exciting time to join the school. Contact Jennifer Coates Governance Manager governance@tsatrust.org.uk or call 03333 602000
Sheep Ahoy Animal Rescue is a small animal rescue in Kent and was founded in 2012 by a mother and daughter team. Do you love animals? Can you spare 2+ hours per week? Volunteers are needed at all fields on multiple days. New helpers are sought to work alongside existing volunteer around Ash and Sandwich to ease the load and be able to cover when one of the team are unavailable. Contact details here so find out more about how you can get involved today!
The White Cliffs Countryside Partnership have sent us their latest task programme. It’s packed full of volunteer activities and ways that you can meet new people while helping your local countryside – dip in as and when it suits you! If you would like to find out more about any of the tasks, please contact the Ranger listed and always give them a call beforehand as they will look out for you and let you know of any last minute changes.
All Area Opportunities
Are you a dedicated person that’s passionate about helping others? Fancy joining the Volunteers Team at one of London’s most ICONIC charity events? Then look no further… the MoonWalk London team needs you! Walk The Walk is recruiting fabulous people to bring their encouragement, energy and enthusiasm to its 27th MoonWalk London taking place on Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th May 2025. Help make a difference by supporting the thousands of Walkers through the night, raising vital funds for those fighting breast and other cancers. So what are you waiting for? For more information, contact the Walk The Walk Volunteers Team on 01483 741430, volunteers@walkthewalk.org or visit the website.
Volunteering with Look Good Feel Better is an amazing way to support the cancer community. Giving your time and skills will not only help Look Good Feel Better achieve its mission but will also have many positive benefits for you as an individual or business. Join hundreds of others across the country to volunteer with us in our workshops, in local community fundraising groups, in our office and from home. More details on their website.
wishesjust4you believe in the power of kindness and the magic of dreams. The charity is dedicated to bringing light, joy, and unforgettable moments to children living with lifelong disabilities and life-limiting illnesses. From animal park visits to paragliding adventures, and Art Education, we’re here to turn wishes into realities. Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people facing some of life’s toughest challenges? Volunteer full or part time, flexible hours, home working, no experience necessary as a Charity Management & Administration Support Volunteer playing a vital role in keeping operations running smoothly, while directly supporting the delivery of magical experiences for the children they serve. Contact charity founder Bill Stillman at bill@wishesjust4you.co.uk or call 07342 945690 to find out more.
Kent Coast Volunteering is looking for volunteer Befrienders for their Good Neighbours Service which is aimed at people who may otherwise not have anyone to support them. Your client could be someone who lives alone and is isolated, or they have family who they do not see often. Just to have someone visit for a coffee, maybe a volunteer who could take a client shopping, to hospital appointments, activities or just go for a walk – someone who could be that extra support for someone who needs it. Find out more details here and contact Sarah Murnane on sarah.murnane@kcv.org.uk or gns@kcv.org.uk or you can pop into the office in Park Street, Deal (adjacent to Age UK).
Kent Coast Volunteering also run the Community Transport Service across Thanet, Dover, Folkestone & Hythe districts, and we are urgently looking for more drivers to join our team. Did you know that you can do voluntary work, including driving, if you have a mobility car? Well, you can! What a great way to do something enjoyable and help your local community at the same time. Contact Jess and the team at transport@kcv.org.uk. Mileage is paid and full training and support is provided.