Group Volunteering

If you’re interested in volunteering as a group, we can help you find the right opportunity. Whether your team is looking to give a half day or a full day, we’ll show you the types of group volunteering opportunities available and connect you with the organisations offering them. From there, you can arrange the details directly and plan a one-off volunteering experience that works for your team.

Here are some local charities and community groups who welcome enquiries about group volunteering. We’ve included examples of the types of activities they sometimes offer, although these can vary depending on what support they need at the time and what they have the capacity to organise. Charitable donations to the organisation are also always appreciated!

St Raphaels Hospice logo 6x4St Raphael's Hospice

  • About the Organisation: We are an independent charity providing palliative and end of life care and support to adults living in Merton and Sutton, and their families, friends and carers.
  • Group volunteering opportunities: 
    • Preparing retail donations for their monthly clearance sale, on a Friday
    • Gardening in the grounds of the hospice
    • Helping out sorting donations at the Donations Centre
    • Helping the fundraising team prepare for big events

Sutton VisionSutton Vision

  • About the Organisation: Sutton Vision is a local charity offering information, advice and support to anyone affected by sight loss in the London Borough of Sutton. We provide a tailored package of support that can include help navigating treatment options, employment support, help with benefits and forms, advice on technical aids and a range of adapted social activities to alleviate isolation.
  • Group volunteering opportunities: 
    • Gardening at Sutton Vision's offices
    • Acting as walking buddies for people with visual impairment on group walks and outings

Sutton Lodge Day CentreSutton Lodge Day Centre

  • About the Organisation: Sutton Lodge Day Centre provides a welcoming environment for over-60s, offering hot meals and activities. The centre promotes friendship and social connection, especially for those living alone. Additionally, Sutton Lodge runs the Meals on Wheels service for the borough in partnership with Sutton Council.
  • Group volunteering opportunities: 
    • Run an activity at the Day Centre for the members such as a quiz or craft activity
    • Escorts for a group outing

 

Please contact Jo Dawson, Volunteering Officer, to be connected to the organisation your group would like to volunteer with. Email jodawson@vcsutton.org.uk.