After a year-long break, The Big Help Out will return this Volunteers’ Week 2026, running Friday 5 June 2026 – Monday 8 June 2026.
For Volunteers
Upcoming Young Trustees Movement Online Training
Recognising that less than 3% of charity trustees are under 30 years old, the Young Trustees Movement is calling for increased board diversity. As part of this campaign, they are hosting online training, 12pm – 1pm, across multiple dates (via Zoom), focusing on championing diversity within boards: Wednesday 15 April 2026, Wednesday 13 May 2026, and Wednesday 10 June 2026. Tickets are free, although advance booking is required to gain access to the Zoom sessions.
Greenheart Growers CIC Market Garden Volunteer Sessions
Greenheart Growers CIC is hosting volunteer sessions on Thursdays and Fridays, 11am – 4pm, at their market garden at Mavisbank Farm, Shieldhill, FK1 2AZ. The sessions are aimed at anyone who would like to contribute positively and gain practical growing experience and skills at a functioning Organic Market Garden, and make new friends. All abilities and experience levels are welcome to help contribute to the social enterprise’s mission. Teas and coffees will be provided.
Upcoming Young Trustees’ Community Cafe
The next Young Trustees’ Community Café from the Young Trustees’ Movement takes place on Wednesday 8 April 2026, 12pm – 1pm, via Zoom.
Changes to PVG Scheme Now In Effect
Changes to the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme have now come into effect. As of Wednesday 1 April 2026, the PVG scheme now involves a five year membership.
“Good Conversations” Free Training Available for Volunteers
Linking Lives offers free “Good Conversations” training for volunteers hosting conversations within community settings, such as community cafes, foodbanks, befriending and community social gatherings.
Bucket Collection Volunteers at Falkirk FC Match
Breakthrough T1D is looking for Bucket Collection Volunteers to help raise as much money as possible at the upcoming Falkirk FC match on Saturday 21 March 2026, 1:45pm – 5:30pm, at Falkirk Football Stadium, 4 Stadium Way, Falkirk, FK2 9EE. All volunteers will receive a Breakthrough T1D t-shirt, a match ticket and a voucher for a pie and drink. A staff member wearing a blue Breakthrough T1D be there to support volunteers on the day.
Listen to Your Volunteers: Avoiding Volunteer Disengagement
Volunteer disengagement often happens quietly, but it doesn’t have to. The key…. Listening. Volunteers who feel heard stay committed, motivated, and ready to make an impact. “Listening to our volunteers is only the first step. Real impact happens when we act on their feedback. When volunteers see their ideas shaping our activities and programmes, they…
CVS Falkirk & District ‘Celebrating Volunteering’ Certificates 2026
Local groups and organisations across Falkirk District can now request free Celebrating Volunteering Certificates to share with their volunteers during Volunteers’ Week 2026!
CVS Falkirk & District Volunteering Awards 2026: Nominations Now Open
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the CVS Falkirk & District Volunteering Awards 2026, inviting you to those whose passion, innovation, and dedication support and inspire us all.
