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Spark a Change is a digital volunteer platform that hosts a wide range of opportunities across Somerset and matches individuals looking to volunteer, together with organisations including charities and community groups. 

Volunteers in Somerset

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Social Media volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Crewkerne
Social Media volunteer
Post on social media to promote our activities. Posted by OpenDoorsSomerset
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Food Ambassador (14-16 years)
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Flexible location
Food Ambassador (14-16 years)
Food Ambassadors are volunteers and campaigners with lived experience of food insecurity. Posted by The Food Foundation
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Volunteer Receptionist
Organisation role · 3–4 hrs/Week
Taunton
Volunteer Receptionist
To provide a receptionist service for Mind in Somerset. Posted by Mind In Somerset
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Marie Curie Secretary - Yeovil & District Fundraising Group
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/month
Yeovil
Marie Curie Secretary - Yeovil & District Fundraising Group
Join our dedicated Yeovil and District Fundraising Group as a SecretaryPosted by Marie Curie
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Marie Curie Fundraising Group Member - Yeovil & District
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/month
Yeovil
Marie Curie Fundraising Group Member - Yeovil & District
Join our dedicated Yeovil and District Fundraising Group as a Fundraising Group MemberPosted by Marie Curie
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Day out in Devon - Volunteer Visitor Honiton
Organisation role · 1–2 hrs/month
Honiton
Day out in Devon - Volunteer Visitor Honiton
Take a gentleman with learning disabilities out for a fun trip every other month.Posted by Royal Mencap Society
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Volunteer Mentor
Organisation role · 1–2 hrs/month
Minehead
Volunteer Mentor
Your life experience and listening skills, along with our comprehensive mentor training, can make a difference to the life of a young person in Minehead.Posted by Goal 17 Mentoring: Minehead
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Volunteer Speaker
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 1 Oct 2024
Flexible location
Volunteer Speaker
Medical Detection Dogs: Volunteer Speaker - Deliver talks to groups within your community.Posted by Medical Detection Dogs
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Events & Fundraising Volunteer
Organisation role · Flexible hours · Starting from 1 Oct 2024
Flexible location
Events & Fundraising Volunteer
Are you looking for a fun way to meet new people, fundraise for charity and make a big impact?! You should become an Events & Fundraising Volunteer.Posted by Medical Detection Dogs
Oct10
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Alvington Pond Workday
Event · 10 Oct, 10:30 - 12:30
Yeovil
Alvington Pond Workday
Workday at Alvington, clearing scrub and maintaining the hibernaculum.Posted by Yeovil Rivers Community Trust
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Heritage Café volunteers
Organisation role · 3–5 hrs/month · Starting from 25 Oct
Glastonbury
Heritage Café volunteers
Volunteer at our Heritage Café: welcome visitors, serve refreshments, and share local history. 3 hours a month, and an opportunity to meet wonderful people!Posted by Red Brick Building
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Volunteer Lineside Conservation Officer
Task
Cranmore
Volunteer Lineside Conservation Officer
Interested in wildlife and conservation? The East Somerset Railway has a brand new opportunity - Volunteer Lineside Conservation Officer. Posted by East Somerset Railway

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Somerset Diverse Communities presentation

Diversity in volunteering

Create a more inclusive and welcoming volunteering environment that reflects the diversity of your community.
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World Mental Health Day

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Volunteer Voices panel

A big thank you to those who attended our July Volunteer Coordinators Forum, especially our wonderful ...
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The Big Help Out at Thurlbear School

Earlier this month, as part of The Big Help Out campaign, thousands of organisations and community groups ...
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Volunteer Stories

Photograph of Anthony, sat down, smiling at camera.

Uncovering the past: Anthony's story

"To be involved with literally uncovering the past is something that I will always be grateful for."
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Championing mental health: Clare's story

I'm incredibly grateful for all the opportunities and support I've been given; I don't see a future without ...
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Photograph of Kate packing bags of food.

Nourishing communities: Kate's story

"It’s good to know that what you're doing is having a direct impact on people's lives."
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Whilst best endeavors are made to check the validity of organisations who post volunteering opportunities on Spark a Change, the responsibility for any incident (including safeguarding) that may occur at any time between any such organisation and any volunteer or potential volunteer lies with the recruiting organisation.