I am interested in volunteering in my community but I do not know where to look. I would like to work helping youth/community or work in a cafe for homeless people. Please help me.
Have a look on http://www.do-it.org/. This is a website run by volunteer centres across England. You can put in your area/post code and your interests and it will provide you a list of opportunities and organisations. The site is not always updated regularly but it is pretty efficient. The Salvation Army runs soup kitchens for the homeless so you might want to get in touch with them. The British Red Cross also has a number of projects focused on youth/community work. They also provide free training for all their volunteers so there are additional benefits. Good luck, Sophie
Do-it.org
Anonymous — Thu, 05/13/2010 - 12:31Have a look on http://www.do-it.org/. This is a website run by volunteer centres across England. You can put in your area/post code and your interests and it will provide you a list of opportunities and organisations. The site is not always updated regularly but it is pretty efficient. The Salvation Army runs soup kitchens for the homeless so you might want to get in touch with them. The British Red Cross also has a number of projects focused on youth/community work. They also provide free training for all their volunteers so there are additional benefits. Good luck, Sophie
Voluntary work organisations
deesha — Wed, 05/12/2010 - 12:32There are many organisations which may be able to help. Some suggestions below....
Timebank - will match your interests and skill to voluntary positions
Homeless Link - offer a number of volunteer positions in homelessness organisations
CSV - also offers volunteer position however I am not sure of the details