Organisation Name:
Wilberforce Trust
Organisation's Cause(s):
Carers
Children / Young People / Families
Disability Services
Homelessness & Housing
Local Community
Older Adults
Location of voluntary activity:
Depends on the activity but most of them take place at the Wilberforce House in Dringhouses (YO24 1AN)
When are volunteers needed: We will ask your help to support events and activities, but this is entirely optional. You opt in or out according to your interests and availability
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Event Planning Support
Event Support
Fundraising
Gardening
Marketing & Communications Support
Miscellaneous
Role description:
The Wilberforce Trust is looking for micro volunteers, a position that will suit people who are keen to help but who cannot commit to regular hours or extensive training. People joining our micro volunteer team will be invited to support the planning of activities, help to create materials for sessions, support events, fundraising and much more.
Micro volunteers are supervised and supported by a staff member at all times and will be provided with a short briefing explaining what work needs to be done and how to do it at the start of each activity.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
● An open and friendly nature
● Adaptable and patient
● Good communication skills
● Confident approaching and talking to members of the public
● A sense of humour
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Christmas Volunteering
One-off Volunteering
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
● A chance to meet new people
● Satisfaction of helping others
● Develop new skills
● Gain insight into the third sector and a small local charity
How to get involved:
Please complete the application form on the following weblink
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 30-06-2026