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FestiVol: A Day to Celebrate Wirral’s Volunteers
A day dedicated to recognising the impact of Wirral’s volunteers Wirral’s first large-scale celebration of volunteering is coming in February, and we are excited to share what will be a joyful, energetic and heartfelt day dedicated to the people who give their time to support communities across the borough. On Saturday, 28th February 2026, volunteers, friends and families are invited to The Hive Youth Zone for FestiVol , a full day of free activities designed to recognise and

Eloise Hall
Nov 24, 20253 min read


Apply Now: Co-design a sector-led Safeguarding Adults Training course for volunteers
Would you like to design a bespoke Safeguarding Adults training course for volunteers while gaining a nationally recognised qualification in training and facilitation? Wirral CVS is offering 10 fully funded places on the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) . This opportunity is open to staff from Wirral-based Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations who support and train volunteers. About the Programme This initiative forms part of W

Eloise Hall
Oct 30, 20252 min read


Couple goals in volunteering - John and Nicola's Story
A volunteering story to inspire us all! John, Nicola and Matthew from Age UK Wirral, Liverpool & Sefton at Marine Place Café, West Kirby John and Nicola have truly found their stride together, proving that volunteering can make a difference not only to others, but also to each other. Together for six years and engaged for four, the couple recently moved in together and have been supporting each other to cook healthy meals and manage a budget. Their story began back in 2005 wh

Jen Paton
Oct 28, 20253 min read


Battle of the Boards: Our Trustees Week Social
Celebrating Wirral’s trustees with an evening of food, fun and friendly competition Each year, Trustees Week shines a spotlight on the vital role that trustees play in the success of charities and community organisations across the UK. Trustees are the volunteers who guide and govern charitable organisations, ensuring they remain true to their mission, use resources responsibly and deliver meaningful impact for their communities. Taking place this year from 3–7 November 2025

Eloise Hall
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Visiting The Friends of Flaybrick Memorial Gardens
Talking to the volunteers of the organisation and learning more about their work Recently we got the exciting opportunity to visit...

Meg Atkinson
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Volunteer Managers Forum Summary (9th September 2025): Building skills and sharing ideas
An update from our last Volunteer Manager's Forum On 9th September we gathered at Make in Birkenhead for the latest Volunteer Managers...

Jen Paton
Sep 23, 20254 min read


FestiVol is coming and the excitement is building!
Updates from the most recent Volunteer Celebration Event Planning Committee Planning for FestiVol is officially in full swing after a...

Jen Paton
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Julie's Journey with Wirral Mencap: From volunteering to paid employment
The story of how Julie found a new path after volunteering with Wirral Mencap There are so many different reasons why people decide to...

Emma Griffiths
Sep 9, 20254 min read


Survey for Volunteer Managers on Recruitment and Management
Wirral Volunteer Managers invited to share their thoughts in a short survey We are inviting Volunteer Managers from across the Wirral to...

Emma Griffiths
Aug 18, 20251 min read


Volunteering in Full Bloom at New Ferry Butterfly Park
A look into a local nature reserve and their volunteering opportunities from Emma Griffiths New Ferry Butterfly Park is an absolute...

Emma Griffiths
Aug 5, 20252 min read


Supporting Heritage Volunteering: Help shape future training and resources
Wirral heritage groups invited to share their needs in short survey Heritage organisations play a vital role in preserving our local...

Eloise Hall
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Volunteer Managers Forum Summary (9th July 2025)
Discussing how the Forum operates, "VolFest", improving collaboration and more... Mark, Jen and Emma outside Wirral Change There was a...

Eloise Hall
Jul 15, 20254 min read


Two Weeks In - Reflections from our new Volunteering Team
New beginnings When you start with a new organisation in a new role, you never really know what to expect. Will you get on with the team?...

Eloise Hall
Jul 4, 20253 min read


Volunteer Managers Forum Summary (10th June 2025)
#MakingWaves on the Wirral Reminder of Survey & Priorities: The Vision for Volunteering - Volunteers Make Waves We started off this...

Wirral CVS
Jun 17, 20254 min read


The mental health benefits of Volunteering
Whilst working for Wirral CVS, I have been made aware, through personal experience and the experiences of other people, of the many...

Wirral CVS
Jun 3, 20253 min read


A summary of our recent Volunteer Managers Forum
And is a Jaffa Cake a biscuit? How do we all perceive Volunteering, do we all share common needs, goals and aspirations? It was...

Wirral CVS
May 8, 20253 min read


Street Angels Birkenhead seek volunteers
Project supported through Step Up funding looking for weekend volunteers to ensure safe streets The Street Angels project are looking for...

Eloise Hall
Mar 31, 20251 min read


Wirral FUSS looking for a Chair of Trustees
Could you support a growing Wirral charity? FUSS are a growing organisation that supplies free uniforms across the Wirral to any family...

Eloise Hall
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Recruiting volunteers? Stalls available at Volunteer Fair
The Youth Fed Wirral Pledge are holding their Volunteer, Fundraising and Enrichment Fair on Wednesday 2nd October from 1pm at Mosslands...

Eloise Hall
Sep 24, 20241 min read


Community Green Grants
Community Green Grants available until April 10th

Wirral CVS
Mar 7, 20241 min read
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