Value You is a bridge between the voluntary and business sector. Getting involved with this scheme means you’re actually rewarding dedicated volunteers for their time and supporting independent businesses to thrive, all at the same time. Sounds awesome, right? Originally launched in London in 2014, Value You came to Walsall in August 2019 and, at […] Read more...
Volunteer Centre Blog
One Walsall's Volunteer Centre plays an instrumental role in supporting the voluntary and community sector in Walsall.
These posts are to assist you in becoming a volunteer, learning more about volunteering and being an all-round awesome person who gives back to the community.
New Registered Charity in Walsall
At the Walsall Volunteer Awards in October, one group received the award for the Health & Wellbeing category… The Homeless Angels support those who are homeless by providing clothing, blankets, toiletries, tents and so on to help them survive. They also signpost their clients to other organizations that can help with benefits and housing. Having […] Read more...
Trustee’s Week: I am a Secretary
I’ve been volunteering for a community group for 5 year and in the last 2 years, I have taken on the role as a Secretary. My volunteering journey began when I was 18 and really didn’t think I would still be a part of the group today. When 2017’s AGM came along, the opportunity of […] Read more...
Volunteering for The Friendship Café!
By Julie Taylor – Development Team Support Officer, One Walsall. There’s something about volunteering that just makes you feel good! There’s all sorts of reasons people volunteer; for instance, to give back to a charity that is close to their heart, they care about animals, they are concerned about the environment, or to help one […] Read more...
Trustee’s Week
Trustee’s week is an annual event highlighting volunteering at trustee level. Here are a list of 5 frequently asked questions and answers about being a trustee. What is a trustee? Trustee’s ensure the vision and aims of a charitable organisation are being fulfilled. Trustee’s are there to support the day to day running of an […] Read more...
10 Things I Learnt from #WalsallVolAwards
Walsall Volunteer Awards 2019 was a huge success, with almost 200 in attendance to celebrate and support the incredible winners picked from each category. One Walsall’s Volunteer Centre Manager, Georgina Homer, wants to share with you the 10 key things she learned from #WalsallVolAwards: Team work is paramount. Whether organising the event or being a […] Read more...