Grandmentors Volunteer (Lewisham)

Grandmentors is an innovative project that sees older volunteers use their lifetime of skills and experience to support young people leaving the care system.

For volunteers aged 50+ in Lewisham or surrounding boroughs


Many young people in our communities are out of education, employment, or training (NEET). For these young care leavers, a guiding hand can mean the difference between uncertainty and a brighter future.

By volunteering with Grandmentors, you’ll help young people in Lewisham take confident steps toward independence. As a mentor, you’ll meet with a young person weekly, offering encouragement, sharing skills, and supporting them as they work toward their unique goals—whether it’s finding a job, continuing their education, or starting a training program.

Our mentors are more than volunteers—they’re role models, listeners, and a source of inspiration. And you won’t be alone: we provide full training, ongoing support, and resources to help you make the biggest impact.

Change a life while enriching your own. Volunteer with Grandmentors today and help young people unlock their potential.

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  • Aged 50+
  • Good people and communication skills, patience
  • DBS (criminal record) check will be performed
  • Long-term commitment required (min. one year)
  • Resident in Lewisham or surrounding boroughs

As a volunteer you’ll receive:

  • Full training plus ongoing support including monthly mentor support meetings
  • Expenses

Our award-winning Grandmentors programme transforms the lives of young adults through the emotional and practical support of our older, world-wise volunteers.

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This project is kindly funded by

Lewisham Council

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Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us. Please note, we cannot currently support visas or volunteers from outside of the UK at this time across our projects.
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