Different ways to volunteer
There are many different ways to volunteer in Buckinghamshire. From one-off events or flexible roles, to weekly shifts in a charity shop. There's no one-size fits all - opportunities will vary depending on what is involved, the skills required, time commitment, and more.
There are volunteering opportunities to fit around different lifestyles, circumstances, and age groups. Scroll down the page to have a look at the different ways you could volunteer in Bucks.
For more information on trustee or board volunteering, visit our Trustees page.
Flexible Volunteering
Flexible volunteering is when you can choose to volunteer around your existing commitments and schedule.
Flexibility makes volunteering more accessible for people who are interested in giving back but might not have a lot of time, or even for those who want to divide their time between more than one place. This could mean changing the number of hours you provide each week, the type of activities, or even the location.
The most common type of flexible volunteering is volunteering at events - these events only happen once or very infrequently, but there's no expectation for you to get involved again.
Other examples include:
- joining a pool of volunteer drivers where you can pick the journeys you want to do
- managing a charity's social media pages
- ad-hoc support at a food bank
Remote and micro-volunteering can also fall under the category of flexible volunteering. Find out more information about both of these further down the page.
Remote Volunteering
Remote volunteering is an activity or role that you can undertake from the comfort of your own home, or digitally from anywhere.
This could involve a range of opportunities including, but not limited to, admin tasks, telephone befriending, or research.
Some of these might be one-off or temporary roles, or could require a longer-term commitment.
Have a look below at some available remote volunteering opportunities:
One-off · 2—4 hrs
From home
Trustee and Treasurer
To join as a trustee at Brecon Forest Farmhouse and oversee the financial aspects of the Farmhouse in the role of treasurer
Posted by Brecon Forest Farmhouse
One-off · 2—4 hrs
From home
Adminstration Support
We are seeking a reliable and friendly Administrator to manage day-to-day guest communications for our accommodation in the Welsh hills near to Brecon, Powys.
Posted by Brecon Forest Farmhouse
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Social Media Coordinator
We are seeking an experienced individual to help support us with our social communications and help us raise awareness and engage our online community.
Posted by Youth Concern
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Small Animal Fosterer
We need fosterers to provide a calm, safe, and caring environment for our small furries, whilst we find them their fur-ever home.
Posted by RSPCA Buckinghamshire South
Organisation role · 1 hrs/Week
From home
Online Befriender to Young People with Serious, Long-Term Illness
Bright Futures UK are looking for warm and energetic volunteer befrienders to provide support and a fun, safe space for young people with serious illness.
Posted by Bright Futures UKOrganisation role · 1 hrs/Week
From home
Online Tutor to Young People with Serious, Long-Term Illness
Bright Futures UK are looking for warm and energetic volunteer tutors to provide educational support in a range of subjects, from Primary to A-Level.
Posted by Bright Futures UKMicro-volunteering
Also known as bitesize volunteering, micro-volunteering means you are able to take on volunteering opportunities that don't have a large commitment. These are short activities that are quick to start and finish, some even taking as little as 5 minutes.
Micro-volunteering can be appealing to people who are pressed for time due to work, school, or other commitments.
For some volunteers, it's also a great way to get to know an organisation before committing to more.
Examples of micro-volunteering could include litter picking, completing a survey, proof-reading a document, baking cakes for a community cafe, and more.
Still not sure what to look for?
If you're new to volunteering, or maybe looking for something else to try, it can be difficult to know where to start.
Try out our handy Talent Quiz which filters through your preferences, interests, and skills to recommend volunteering opportunities suited entirely to you.
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