Volunteering Matters

Who we are

EVERYONE IN THE UK SHOULD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO THRIVE. 

So we bring people together to overcome some of society’s most complex issues through the power of volunteering.  

We partner with communities to overcome adversity, tackling social isolation and loneliness, improving health, developing skills and opportunity and making sure young people can lead change. And because we’re a national charity, we do this at scale, sharing our expertise and building partnerships to make an even bigger impact.

In 2020 we launched a new strategy – Volunteering Matters Strategy 2020. Based on the impact our volunteers and programmes have in communities across the UK, we are bringing people together through volunteering to build stronger communities so that everyone has an opportunity to thrive.

Our culture and values

Our values

Empowering

Supporting our team and our communities to make change happen by sharing skills, knowledge, and time. Listening , trusting, cooperating, collaborating, building self confidence, and accountability to make positive change.

Inclusive

Actively removing barriers and providing equality of opportunities for everyone. Bringing people together, creating new relationships and new opportunities. Working together with a shared purpose to make the biggest impact possible.

Compassionate

Putting people at the heart of everything we do. Listening. Caring. Giving time, empathy, appreciation and value to our team and our communities.

Positive

Recognising and embracing the potential in our team, our communities, a situation, or a new idea. Being curious about things. Spotting new ideas and solutions and having fun along the way.

Straightforward

Being openminded, honest, and accountable. Having a flexible, uncomplicated approach in our communication style and the way we do things.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups.