In today’s fast-paced society where so much of our day-to-day revolves around our own lives and personal pursuits, volunteering for charity organisations offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on society. Not only does it allow us to give back to our communities, but it also has a range of benefits both for the individual and for the organisation. In this article, we look at the benefits of volunteering for organisations and the volunteering opportunities we have within our team here at Seashell.
The benefits of volunteering for charity organisations
There are a range of benefits when it comes to volunteering, and we want to shine a light on these benefits. Volunteering is a crucial factor that enables us to do what we do here at Seashell so let’s have a look at these in more detail.
Make a difference
Volunteering for charity organisations provides an avenue to contribute meaningfully to causes that matter. Whether it’s working with homeless shelters, and food banks, or helping to protect the environment, volunteers have the power to effect tangible change. By dedicating your time, skills, and resources, you can contribute towards positive transformations within your community.
Personal growth and development
Volunteering also offers remarkable personal benefits. It provides opportunities for you to develop new skills or enhance existing ones. Charity organisations like ours offer training and guidance, allowing you to gain valuable experience in areas such as leadership, teamwork, and communication. These newly acquired skills can boost self-confidence, broaden horizons, and even enhance employability prospects.
Strengthen your community
Charity organisations often serve as the backbone of vibrant communities, working tirelessly to support the vulnerable and address societal challenges. By volunteering, you can play an active role in strengthening your community. The act of volunteering evokes a sense of solidarity and belonging, creating bonds between diverse groups of people who come together for a common cause.
Enhanced well-being
Research has shown that volunteering has a positive impact on mental and physical well-being. Engaging in altruistic activities releases endorphins, the “feel-good” hormones, which can reduce stress and improve overall mood.
Volunteering also provides a sense of purpose and fulfilment, combating feelings of isolation or loneliness. By dedicating time to helping others, you might find that you experience increased happiness, satisfaction, and improved mental health.
Volunteering opportunities at Seashell
Here at Seashell, we have a range of volunteering opportunities. We offer a range of inclusive volunteering opportunities and a number of ways you can start volunteering with children and young people with learning disabilities.
Through the volunteering vacancies at Seashell, there are a range of ways you can help us. Support us in the classroom or with our events, general administration, and garden maintenance. We’re always looking for people to lend a hand at our community sports, & health and wellbeing sessions.
You’re welcome to join us during the day or evening, on a regular basis or as a one-off – whatever works for you! If you’re in the market for turning a volunteering opportunity into a paid role, this is always an option too. Lots of our staff members started out their journey with us as volunteers so the world really is your oyster!
Whatever your interests, skills, and experience, there’s a place for you here at Seashell. Donate your time and skills to help bring people of all abilities and disabilities together through sports. If sports aren’t really your thing, work with our students to practise important life skills and help them prepare for adult life.
Through our volunteering schemes, you can help make sure our services can reach the people who need them. If you would like experience in this sector before applying for jobs working with people with learning disabilities, volunteering is a great way to get started.
Corporate volunteering with Seashell
Not only do we offer individual volunteering opportunities but corporate support is also vital to us to ensure we continue to provide the children and young people we educate, care for and support with the very best facilities and life experiences.
If you’d like to get in touch with Seashell to find out more about our volunteering opportunities, ways to support us, or if you have an idea about an opportunity with us, contact us at 0161 610 0100 or email us at info@seashelltrust.org.uk.
