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A service that is dementia friendly
We’re proud to share that our Stockton-on-Tees Volunteer Driver Service has been recognised with a Dementia Friendly Award. This initiative by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council celebrates…

Driving change in Stockton-on-Tees
Driving change in Stockton-on-Tees The difference our volunteers, colleagues and partners make is the driving force for what we do. Here you can find out more about the impact of […]

Donate surplus laptops
We’re calling on businesses to donate working laptops to Volunteering Matters. With your help, we can reduce costs and direct more funding towards vital projects that tackle social isolation,…

A New Initiative to Build Stronger Communities
The Good Neighbours Newcastle initiative enables volunteers to dedicate a little time, providing social, emotional, or practical assistance to people in their communities.

Deliver You is here — your future, your voice!
Young people, the Government is taking orders—what’s yours? #DeliverYou is a youth-led campaign shaping the National Youth Strategy. Aged 10-21 (25 SEND)? Have your say!

Impact Report 2024
Through the power of volunteering, we’re transforming communities across the UK. In 2024, our volunteers tackled social isolation, improved mental and physical health, and empowered individuals to…

Our response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review
Our response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review to help create a system that fosters equity, builds resilience, and supports every student to reach their potential.

New funding from BBC Children in Need to support Youth Social Action
We are delighted to announce an exciting new funding award from BBC Children in Need, supporting youth social action work in Ipswich and Blackpool.

Volunteering Matters provides an inclusive experience online
Volunteering Matters provides an inclusive experience online Volunteering Matters now offers an inclusive online experience with Recite Me assistive technology, ensuring barrier-free access for all…

Suffolk
For over twenty years, Volunteering Matters has been an integral part of the Suffolk community, helping to address a range of local issues (including Ipswich, Lowestoft).

Peta Foxall CBE appointed as new Chair of Volunteering Matters
Volunteering Matters is delighted to announce the appointment of Peta Foxall CBE as its new Chair, taking over from Anne Heal who has led the charity since 2015. Peta Foxall will assume her new role…

An exciting new chapter for Volunteering Matters
To enhance the impact of our work and streamline our efforts, we are integrating our sub-brands Volunteering Works, ProjectScotland, and GetTheGen into the main Volunteering Matters brand.