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Help community energy groups take their projects to the next level.

Hundreds of community energy groups are shaking up the UK's power systems and building stronger, healthier energy communities.

For every £1 they spend, they're generating about £9 in social benefit, helping neighbours lower their energy bills, upgrade their homes and push green energy.

But with 80% of their work being done by volunteers, these groups really need some skilled support!

How to get involved:

1. Sign up through their bespoke volunteering portal below

2. Update your profile with a few details about yourself & the experience you bring (doesn't matter if you don't have any!)

3. Search opportunities that fit your skills and interests

4. Apply for roles that suit you, your lifestyle & what you want to get out of volunteering

5. Find your match, get stuck in & make a difference!

The National Energy Foundation (NEF) is an independent charity based in Milton Keynes, which has been at the forefront of improving the use of energy in buildings since 1988. They aim to provide people, organisations, and government with the knowledge, support, and inspiration they need to understand, manage, and reduce energy use in buildings.

NEF is always keen to hear from people who wish to help by working as a volunteer, and they're committed to providing a fair and supportive environment for anyone who does.

Volunteering with NEF opens up lots of opportunities for learning new knowledge, generating ideas and extending professional networks whilst, at the same time, it provides valuable experience in a professional environment.

Volunteer placements are either home-based or from their office in Milton Keynes depending on the type of volunteer placement you undertake.

Horizon Community Care (HCC) is a non-profit community interest organisation who assist vulnerable people along their pathway to independence via a programme of support tailored to meet their individual needs.

They provide quality housing, employment and skills training, mentoring & coaching, and aim to empower vulnerable people, unleashing their confidence, self-esteem and life skills, enabling them to live independently, whether for the first time or following a significant change in circumstances.

As a Funding Manager you'll report to the Head of Service supporting the organisation to achieve its income objectives. You'll work as part of the HCC Senior management team, and be responsible for the accurate and timely submission of documents.

You can expect to work on things like:

• Grants/contracts

• Tendering portals

•  General Fundraising

• Mange HCC’s funding matrix

• Work alongside Head of Service

• Priorities and plan for key funding opportunities

• Conduct research and analysis for key funding opportunities

The role is remote-based and a minimum of 3 days a week at 15 hours.

The Ideal Candidate will:                              

• Have excellent communication skills and a solution focused approach

• Be resilient and able to work confidently under pressure

• Have experience funding experience

• Bright and friendly disposition

• Available part-time minimum 15 hrs per week

Benefits include:

• Career development and progression opportunities

• Flexible working hours, including working from home, laptop and mobile phone provided

• Be a apart of fresh, vibrant and dynamic team

Trees for Cities is the only UK charity working at a national scale to improve lives by planting trees in cities.

They get stuck in with local communities to cultivate lasting change in their neighbourhoods – whether it’s revitalising forgotten spaces, creating healthier environments or getting people excited about growing, foraging and eating healthy food.

Tree planting season runs from October to March because the cooler, wetter months help young trees establish strong roots before summer. This early growth is crucial for their survival and future development.

Trees for Cities also run tree maintenance events throughout the summer, which are a great opportunity to learn how to care for new trees and woodlands.

You can make a real difference in your community by volunteering with Citizens Advice.

Their teams of volunteers across England and Wales are vital to the work we do. They help people access the information and advice they need to move forward with their lives.

Citizens Advice believes everyone deserves access to independent, free advice to help them deal with life’s problems and challenges - you can help them do that.

Volunteers are at the heart of how they deliver the Citizens Advice service, whether it's:

• helping people online, over the phone, or in person

• raising funds

• researching and campaigning for policy change

• helping witnesses in court in our Witness Service

• helping the service to run smoothly in our admin and customer service roles

Do you want to make a real difference to families in your community? Barnardo’s is looking for passionate and reliable Community Development Volunteers to support our Incredible Years Service across Bradford.

Barnardo’s is committed to providing ‘Better Outcomes for More Children’. Their children’s services volunteers help the charity to deliver essential services in local communities, providing support to over 300,000 children, young people and their families.

What you'll do

• Support a friendly team of five who deliver the Incredible Years Parenting Programme - a 16-week programme supporting parents and carers of children aged 3–4 to build confidence and skills in independence, communication, emotional regulation, and school readiness.
  
  

• Help raise awareness of this life-changing programme and connect more families to the support they need.
  
  

• Support staff at community events (e.g. park events, stay & plays, local community sessions) to promote the service.
  
  

• Speak with parents/carers and gathering referral details from those interested in the programme.
  
  

• Contact parents/carers on the waiting list to confirm interest and book home visits.
  
  

• Assist with light administrative tasks such as scanning, saving documents, printing resources, and basic record-keeping.
  
  

What you’ll gain

• Opportunities to build confidence, communication, and professional skills.

• Access to training and development opportunities.

• Ongoing supervision and support from an experienced team.

• The chance to positively impact children’s futures and family wellbeing.

Apply today and help create brighter futures for children and families across Bradford.

Bernardo's is looking for volunteers, with a passion for making a difference in children’s lives, a fun and approachable attitude and an ability to engage young people in worthwhile and enjoyable activities.

Barnardo’s is committed to providing ‘Better Outcomes for More Children’. Their children’s services volunteers help the charity to deliver essential services in local communities, providing support to over 300,000 children, young people and their families.

Children’s Activity Support volunteers work across a range of groups, from Children’s Centre’s with pre-school children and Short Breaks services for children with disabilities, to Mental Health Support Groups and Young Carers Groups.

Children’s Activity Support volunteers run Baby Play and Family Play sessions run on Tuesdays during term time at the Sandown Family Centre.

Volunteers are trained and supported by qualified staff to run play sessions for local families with children aged 0-4. If you have three hours to spare each week; are friendly and approachable; like talking to people; don’t mind playing on the floor and enjoy getting messy, then this is the role for you.

Join thousands of fellow volunteers in the fight against food waste and hunger.

The Felix Project is London's biggest food redistribution charity. They work with businesses to rescue their good quality surplus food - food that would otherwise go to waste - and deliver it free of charge to hundreds of local charities and schools in London to help children and families, the elderly, the homeless, and more.

Fight hunger - last year, the Felix Project delivered over 38 million meals to over 1,200 charities and schools in London.

Stop food waste and protect the environment - by volunteering, not only are you helping to feed Londoners in need but you are also protecting the environment by preventing this precious food from ending up in landfill.

Make a huge difference to your local area AND to the whole of London.

Join a community of like-minded Londoners feeding people in need & protecting the planet