Volunteer with us

Make a positive difference to a local young person in need of support. 

Whether you are supporting a child as a befriender or mentor through our 1:1 befriending and mentoring programmes, helping them build skills and make friends at our group activity sessions or youth clubs, or supporting our fundraising team, you will be playing an active role in changing the life of a local child or young person.

There are several fantastic benefits to becoming a volunteer with Befriend a Child such as:

  • Access to training and upskilling opportunities
  • The chance to play an active role in shaping the future of a child or young person
  • The opportunity to build transferable skills for your future and career
  • The chance to expand your horizons and try new activities
  • Being part of an amazing volunteer community

If you are interested in volunteering with us please email volunteer@befriendachild.org.uk or call 01224 210060 to speak to a member of our team! 

Click on the options below to find out more about the specific areas.

Apply to volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to give back to your local community, explore the city and support a local child or young person.

We are always appealing for kind, caring and reliable people to bring positivity, and new experiences to a young person’s life. All we need is a few hours of your time once a week or twice a month for a minimum commitment of a year after training.

You can help a young person to gain vital confidence and self-esteem! To take the first steps towards making a difference and volunteer, please fill out the form HERE.

Find out more about becoming a volunteer befriender or mentor

Alternatively, you can find out more information on befriending and mentoring here or you can email volunteer@befriendachild.org.uk or call 01224 210060 to speak to a member of our team!

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