Person gardening or doing conservation work

Find the perfect volunteering opportunity

Not sure where to begin? With so many roles available, it can feel overwhelming. Start by narrowing down your interests—how much time can you commit? Do you prefer to travel or volunteer remotely? Are there specific skills you'd like to use? What causes matter most to you?


For more ideas there are some helpful videos and guides below which can help you discover the perfect opportunities.

Volunteering video created by the Institute of Volunteering Research UEA Norwich

Register for an account

To apply for opportunities and to message organisations you will need to have an account. Our guidance document will support you through the process.

Do the talent scan

Not sure what you would like to do? Find out which opportunities are a good fit for you by doing the talent scan.

Browse all opportunities

Use the filters to help you find opportunities that fit your preferences. The search will show closest roles first.

Join the Volunteer Pool

So organisations can reach out to you about roles you may be interested in.

Not sure where to start?

We have a great training course

The Volunteer Passport programme includes five core training modules provided by Norfolk Adult Learning in:


  • Introduction to Volunteering
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Health and Safety
  • Safeguarding Adults and Children
  • Person-centred working

These modules are delivered via courses both online and face to face and are a great foundation to support your volunteering journey.


Click the Volunteer Passport button below to find out more.

Further support

Questions about interviews, how volunteering can support your employability and many other guides can be found on our training site Get InVOLved Skills along with training to support your journey.


Your Get InVOLved Norfolk login details will also work on Get InVOLved Skills so you don't need to register again.

Latest opportunities

Jun

3

New

Community · 3 Jun, 09:30 - 13:30

West Norfolk Volunteer Fair - Festival of Volunteering.

Are you already volunteering, thinking about giving your time, or just curious about opportunities in West Norfolk? Come along and discover what’s available!

Posted by Community Action Norfolk

Jun

3

New

Community · 3 Jun, 09:30 - 13:30

West Norfolk Volunteer Fair - Festival of Volunteering.

Are you already volunteering, thinking about giving your time, or just curious about opportunities in West Norfolk? Come along and discover what’s available!

Posted by Community Action Norfolk
New

Project role (Temporary) · Flexible hours · Starting from 25 Jul

Flexible location

Summer Reading Challenge Volunteer - Read to the Beat

Norfolk Libraries will be running our Read to the Beat Summer Reading Challenge in the Summer holidays and we're looking for volunteers aged 13-25 to help.

Posted by Norfolk Library and Information Service
New

Organisation role · 1—2 hrs/Week · Starting from 1 May

Flexible location

Telefriend

The Telefriends service is run by volunteers who make weekly calls to our clients to help alleviate isolation through phone calls and conversation.

Posted by Vision Norfolk
New

Organisation role · 1—2 hrs/Week

Norwich

Volunteer Artist

British Heart Foundation is looking for a budding artist, who can come in create eye catching designs on promotional chalk boards & posters

Posted by British Heart Foundation
New

Organisation role · 7—14 hrs/month

Trustee Treasurer

As Treasurer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the ongoing financial health and sustainability of our charity.

Posted by The Matthew Project

Keep in touch with us

megaphone keep up to date

Sign up to our Newsletter

Our monthly Volunteering Newsletter is a great way to find out what is happening in your local community. Get motivated by inspiring stories and find the volunteering opportunity to suit your interests and skills. There's something for everyone!

Join our Facebook group

Join our Volunteering in Norfolk Facebook group and keep up to date with what's happening in across the county!

Question marks

Need further support?

If you would like further support finding a volunteering opportunity that is right for you or you have any questions please get in touch.

News

Norfolk Wildlife Trust logo

Norfolk Wildlife Trust at 100: Pledge to do one thing for wildlife

Celebrate 100 years of Norfolk Wildlife Trust by pledging to help wildlife. Take simple actions like planting wildflowers or volunteering, and support nature recovery across Norfolk.
See more
volunteering accessibility survey in white with green background

Volunteering Accessibility Survey

Take part in this volunteering accessibility survey and share your views and experiences to shape real change
See more

Befriending Week 1st-7th November

Befriending Week is the annual campaign to raise awareness about befriending and highlight the power of social connection in reducing loneliness and social isolation. It’s a chance for communities to raise awareness about befriending, celebrate the contributions of befriending volunteers and the staff who support them, and advocate for befriending to local and national decision-makers. Get involved at befriending.co.uk/bw Special events for volunteer befrienders Do you volunteer for a befriending project? Befriending Networks is running a special online event on Thursday 6 November to say thank you to befrienders. Connect with other volunteers, share your experiences and celebrate the power of befriending
See more

All opportunities