There are many benefits to be gained from volunteering
Volunteers often find many unexpected benefits from volunteering. As well as the obvious benefits of improving a CV, or gaining a referee, volunteers also appreciate meeting new social circles and gaining increased confidence when faced with new challenges.
An active community is more likely to be a healthy and happy community, and people thinking about doing some voluntary work in Thurrock have plenty of opportunities to choose from.
Volunteering is the commitment of time and energy for the benefit of society and the community and it can take many forms. It is freely undertaken and not for financial gain. it is an activity that involves spending time, unpaid, doing something that aims to benefit the environment, or individuals or groups other than close relatives.
Volunteers support services across the voluntary, community and faith sector, and public services such as libraries, schools and hospital visiting. There really are volunteer opportunities to fit every desire, and there is certainly something for everyone as most opportunities provide training and guidance if needed.
Ngage Thurrock Ltd "host" a Volunteer Centre, which is a one-stop shop for all your volunteering needs. The Centre holds information on many opportunities and can help you choose the most appropriate placement. For more information or to apply to become a volunteer visit the ngage Thurrock website.
Do you run a service that involves volunteers, and are looking to find new sources of support?
The ngage Thurrock Volunteer Centre can advertise on your behalf, and sign post volunteers to your opportunities. They can also advise on how to make your opportunity attractive so that volunteers are retained for longer. If you wish to register an opportunity with us please visit the ngage Thurrock website the ngage Thurrock website
01375 652652
01375 652359
