Volunteering - Third Sector Dumfries & Galloway

Volunteering

We can help if you are interested in volunteering or looking for volunteers for your organisation. If you are ready to start on either journey, click the correct box above. Still unsure about volunteering? Here are some reasons why you should give it a go.

It is a great opportunity to meet new people and develop new friendships.

You are a part of something and contributing to your community or a cause you support or admire.

It can help to increase your self-confidence.

You can develop new skills or use existing skills to benefit others.

It can provide valuable experience to help towards college, university, or job applications.

It gives you the satisfaction that you are making a difference.

A chance to participate in an enjoyable and, sometimes, social activity.

Stories from our communities

Hear stories from volunteers and organisations in Dumfries and Galloway

Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere

It is such a critical and valued role and contributes so much to the third sector

The Galloway & Southern Ayrshire Biosphere Partnership was established as a SCIO in 2013 and our…

I’m proud to be part of a committee and one of the Trustees

I am 36 years old and have been a rider at Galloway RDA since my early 20’s. As someone with c…

I felt I must have more to do with this magical property

I am a trustee of the Friends of Broughton House and Garden and have been for the past twelve years.…

Latest volunteer opportunities in Dumfries and Galloway

Fundraising & Engagement Volunteer [20708]

The Scottish SPCA mission is to rescue animals in need across Scotland, providing rehabilitation, re…

Lived Experience Campaigner [20700]

We’re looking for people who can share their experience of bowel cancer and are passionate about mak…

Volunteer Ward Companion – Dumfries and Galloway [20699]

Become a Companion Volunteer and offer the one thing that matters most, your presence. Whether it’s …

Therapeutic Community Day Volunteer [20698]

Attending Lothlorien during the week at pre-appointed times to take part in the daily routines. Help…

Trustee and Treasurer [20697]

As a small, volunteer-led community organisation, trustees are responsible for running the organisat…

Community Supporter [20696]

Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of sight loss and RNIB services at local events. …

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Thinking of volunteering?

Find out how anyone can become a volunteer for organisations across Dumfries and Galloway.

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Publicise a volunteering opportunity

Volunteer Dumfries and Galloway can help organisations advertise your volunteering opportunities.

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VolunteerWiki

Knowledge on a wide range of volunteer management issues with example polices and forms.

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Organisation support

Information and resources to help volunteer involving organisations develop good practice.

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Volunteering Charter

Chance for volunteer involving organisations to demonstrate that they value volunteers.

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Young Volunteers

The Saltire Awards is a national scheme for young volunteers aged 11 to 25.

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PVGs

Volunteer Scotland can now help with your PVG questions.

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