Volunteers are the life-blood of Kith & Kids
For all our projects and activities we are dependent on volunteers. They are the connection to society for our members. Volunteers make the difference between a person sitting at home with their parents and going to the cinema with their mates; between watching from the sidelines and actively being part of an activity. There are lots of ways to volunteer.
Whatever you choose to do...Your experience counts
Have you ever taken yourself to a pub or a cinema? Travelled on a bus by yourself? Know how to make a cup of tea or how to buy something in a shop? If you can say "yes" to any of these questions then your experience is relevant. These are the type of things our members wish to be able to do, independent from their parents or carers.
Never worked with people with a (learning)
disability before?
Don't worry - we will help you make your experience count by providing disability-awareness training and on-going support. The vast majority of the 300+ volunteers who join us every year are new to this kind of 'work'. All we ask for is an open mind, energy and enthusiasm. Check out the individual Volunteer Projects & Activities pages for volunteers' comments.
Why volunteer? Some common reasons...
- Volunteers come to Kith & Kids to use and develop their skills
- Learn something new, get involved in fun activities with others
- Increase their confidence
- Meet new people and make friends
- Gain experience for (other) work
- Give something back to the community
- Do something satisfying in their spare time
Why not try it out yourself?
- Directly support a member with holiday-time activities
- Assist in art, drama, sport, games and activity workshops
- Cooking, minibus driving, computer supervision
- Socialising regularly with a member
- Supporting a member to get what they need
- Supporting fundraising, admin, marketing, recruiting volunteers or committees
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