Interested in Volunteering?
Did you know, almost 1 in 3 West Dunbartonshire adults regularly volunteer their time to a local organisation or cause? Our Volunteering team is here to support anyone looking to get involved, as well as groups and organisations looking to recruit volunteer support.
Volunteers, like you, are crucial to the almost 700 local groups and charities providing valuable services across our communities.
They rely on your time, commitment, skills and knowledge so offering even one hour a week can make a real difference.
In return, volunteering offers a great way to support a cause you care about, meet new people, learn new skills or gain useful experience for work or college.
Anyone can volunteer. There are hundreds of opportunities available. If you want to see what is on offer you can use the search buttons here.
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How we can help you Get Involved
Volunteering matters
Shirley
"Volunteering has given me confidence to go out more and overcome my shyness. It’s been an amazing journey for me. I am happy to try new things now where I wouldn’t have been in the past. I was recently talking to someone who said they didn’t have much to fill her time. I was happy to tell her about my volunteering, and I hope she will take the step to get involved too."
Recognition
Volunteering isn’t just about benefiting others, it should also offer the volunteer something in return. There are a number of different certificate options open, depending on your age and reason for getting involved. To find out more click here.
If you are an organisation, interested in offering certification to your volunteering team, we can help. Get in touch with us by emailing volunteering@wdcvs.com or calling 0141 941 0886.
Looking to recruit volunteers?
If your organisation needs support with volunteer recruitment, our Volunteering Team are here for you.
To get help with relevant opportunities, policies or procedures, complete our surgery booking form.
Advertising your opportunities on the Volunteer West Dunbartonshire website is easy. If you would like to know more, complete this form to arrange a meeting and we can talk you through the process.
If your organisation needs support with volunteer recruitment, our Volunteering Team are here for you.
To get help with relevant opportunities, policies or procedures, book one of our surgery appointments here.
Advertising your opportunities with us is easy. Complete our opportunity form (is this the usual form or a link to TK) or arrange a meeting and we can talk you through the process.
Why Volunteer?
Did you know 1 in 3 West Dunbartonshire adults regularly volunteer? Our Volunteer Centre team support individuals looking to get involved as well as the groups and organisations looking for volunteer support.
Volunteers, like you, are crucial to the over 700 local third sector groups and charities providing valuable services across our communities. They rely on your time, commitment, skills and knowledge so offering even one hour a week can make a real difference. Anyone can volunteer. There are hundreds of opportunities available, and we can help you find the one that’s right for you.
Here is how we can help you Get Involved
- Introduction to Volunteering Sessions – Join our 1-hour intro course, in person or on-line.
- Choosing Your Opportunity – You can call, email or book an appointment.
- Trustees and Professional Support – Matching your specific skills with organisations in need.
Volunteering matters
Volunteering should be a rewarding experience for both the volunteer and the organisation. It offers a great way to support a cause you care about, meet new people, learn new skills or gain useful experience for work or college. In return, you will know that you are helping make a real difference to the lives of people in your community.
Shirley
"Volunteering has given me confidence to go out more and overcome my shyness. It’s been an amazing journey for me. I am happy to try new things now where I wouldn’t have been in the past. I was recently talking to someone who said they didn’t have much to fill her time. I was happy to tell her about my volunteering, and I hope she will take the step to get involved too."
Recognition
Volunteering shouldn’t just benefit others, it should also offer you something in return. There are a number of different certification options open to you, depending on your age and reason for getting involved. To find out more click here.
If you are an organisation, interested in offering certification to your volunteering team, we can help. Get in touch with us by emailing volunteering@wdcvs.com or calling 0141 941 0886.
Looking to recruit volunteers?
If your organisation needs help and support with volunteer recruitment, our Volunteer Centre team are here for you. To get help with relevant policies and procedures please book one of our surgery appointments here.
Share your opportunities with us and we can help you promote them locally through the LInk-Up portal and nationally, through using the Volunteer Scotland portal. To advertise with us, complete our opportunity form or arrange a meeting and we can talk you through the process.