Explore visiting and volunteering at a stalward of the Wirral-wide effort for nature conservation New Ferry Butterfly Park is an absolute hidden gem. Quite literally hidden, it is nestled down a lane, opposite to the Bebington Train station carpark, the Silver Jubilee entrance gates appear in front of you. As you get closer you notice the gates are framed with beautiful ceramic butterfly tiles each representing volunteers and funders of the trust. Paul, who is the manager of

Unlock personal growth and community impact through volunteering Volunteering is one of the most rewarding ways to support your community while also investing in yourself. Across the Wirral, volunteers play a vital role in helping charities, community groups and local organisations deliver services that change lives. But volunteering is not only about giving your time. It is also about gaining confidence, building skills, meeting people and opening doors to new opportunities.

Exploring some of the unsung heroes of volunteer organisations Volunteering is often celebrated through the visible contributions of frontline volunteers who give their time delivering services, raising funds or supporting communities directly. Yet, behind every successful VCFSE organisation sits a group of individuals whose influence is less visible but equally vital. These are trustees and committee members who are the backbone of volunteering, and they provide the governan

A quick introduction to the Wirral's primary volunteering platform Thinking about volunteering but not sure where to start? The Wirral Volunteering Portal makes it easy. It’s a simple, friendly online hub that brings together over 300 organisations across Wirral, all in one place. Whether you’ve got lots of time or just a little, specific skills or none at all, the portal helps you find volunteering opportunities that suit you. What Is the Wirral Volunteering Portal? The Wirr

Across Wirral, hundreds of local charities and voluntary organisations are led by dedicated trustees Trustees are individuals who play a crucial role in steering their organisations, shaping services, and ensuring impact in our communities. Yet many boards are seeking new members with professional skills and business acumen. Becoming a charity trustee is not only an opportunity to give back but also a valuable way to develop leadership, broaden networks and strengthen connect

Wirral Volunteer Managers invited to share their thoughts in a short survey We are inviting Volunteer Managers from across the Wirral to...

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

Discussing how the Forum operates, "VolFest", improving collaboration and more... Mark, Jen and Emma outside Wirral Change There was a...

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?...

#MakingWaves on the Wirral Reminder of Survey & Priorities: The Vision for Volunteering - Volunteers Make Waves We started off this...

And is a Jaffa Cake a biscuit? How do we all perceive Volunteering, do we all share common needs, goals and aspirations? It was...