Why volunteer?
By volunteering you can help change lives and grow communities. Evidence shows that people who volunteer see improvements in their mental health and wellbeing, and feel more connected to the place and people around them. Some research even suggests that volunteers can live longer!
Mimi's story
“I started volunteering in the community when I was fourteen, at a local Cheshire Home. Since then I have continued to do so in various different settings over the years. I started with HIP just before retiring as a nurse from the NHS.
I had been to several of the concerts performed in Hastings by the young pianists from all over the world. I had not realised that this is only possible because of the support of volunteers who host the young performers in their own homes so that they can feel welcome into a family environment when they are so far away from home. I have had some as young as 16 years old staying with me.
Volunteering, for me, has brought new friendships and experience. I can also see the opportunities that this brings for our local children who get to experience the skills and enthusiasm the pianists have for their art. I am grateful to have had the chance to work alongside these young people and support HIP in their endeavours to nurture the potential of our local children.”
FAQS
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I want to volunteer. What should I do?
You can find advice, plus a range of possible volunteering roles on our website.
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Volunteering is good for my mental health? Tell me more!
Reasearch consistently shows that people who volunteer feel it improves their mental health and wellbeing, as well as boosting confidence and giving people a sense of personal achievement. You can find out more in the NCVO ‘Time Well Spent’ survey from 2023.
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Rother Voluntary Action
Support, advice and volunteering opportunities for communities and organisations across Rother.
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Community Action East Sussex
Support for voluntary and community organisations across East Sussex, including funding advice, training and resources.
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Sussex Community Development Association
A community charity supporting people and organisations across Sussex through projects, partnerships and local services
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Tribe Volunteering Platform
Find local volunteering opportunities across East Sussex and connect with organisations looking for volunteers.
See our volunteering opportunities
You can explore current volunteering opportunities on our website. If nothing feels quite right, get in touch using the contact details below and we’ll help point you in the right direction.
Not sure what might work for you? Get in touch with Jane.
Jane Caley jane@hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk 01424 444010