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Building vibrant communities with skilled leaders

Volunteer Voices podcast

In our special Volunteers’ Week podcast, now available to watch, we bring together a vibrant panel of volunteers, from teenagers to retirees, each sharing their unique journey and the powerful ripple effects of their actions.

Young people leading the change for their future

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

Ipswich has played host to one of six National Youth Strategy ‘Hack’ events, bringing together 150 young people from across Suffolk to have their say on the future of youth services in England.

Donate surplus laptops

April 4, 2025April 4, 2025

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, improve wellbeing, and support people to lead change.

Impact Report 2024

February 17, 2025February 17, 2025

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 lead change. Last year, we strengthened partnerships, championed inclusion, and ensured more people had the opportunity to thrive.

Volunteer story

Reflecting on 25 Years with Volunteering Matters

This year marks an incredible milestone for our colleague Emma—25 years with Volunteering Matters! Her journey is a testament to the power of volunteering and the amazing people who make our mission possible.

Our response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review

December 13, 2024

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

November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

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

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Youth Switching On Ipswich

A collaboration between young people, and the Ipswich Youth Social Action Team, to put the youth voice at the heart of decisions being made in the town.

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The Levy Centre, 18-24 Lower Clapton Road, London, E5 0PD

Volunteering Matters is a registered charity in England and Wales no. 291222 and in Scotland no. SC039171. Volunteering Matters is a company limited by guarantee no. 1435877.

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