We are entirely dependent on our volunteers; they are the backbone of SSAFA Forces Help
As a volunteer you can contribute as much or as little of your time as you want. You do not need to have a Service connection. You can be client-facing with all the commitment and training that entails, or you can play an administrative role in one of our branches, or help us with one of our many fundraising events. Whatever you do will be greatly appreciated by the people who need our help.
Volunteering in the ex-Service community
With some 95 branches throughout the UK, there will be one near you if you would like to become a volunteer working within your local community. On average our volunteers give 4-6 hours a week, but whatever time you can offer, you can be sure that every minute helps. There is a wide range of roles to be played and we provide full training for each of them, from dealing with sensitive welfare issues to being a branch publicity officer.
More information...
- ex-Service Volunteers (11.6kb PDF)
Volunteering in the Serving community
If you are currently serving in any branch of the Armed Forces, then you or a member of your family can play a valuable role as a SSAFA volunteer within the Serving community. We will give you full training and support. More information...
- Service Volunteers (11.8kb PDF)
Volunteering for Holidays for disabled and additional needs children
If you have a commitment and dedication to working with children and plenty of energy, you could become involved with our week long activity based holidays providing care and support for a disabled child. The holidays offer the children an opportunity to take part in activities and experiences which they may not otherwise have a chance to access. More information..
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