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Volunteering Matters is a nationwide charity that exists to create stronger communities through the power of volunteering. We work with local partners to develop impactful programmes that support individuals and communities across Scotland. Since 1962, we have used our influence to champion volunteering as a powerful tool to build a thriving, resilient society.

Our projects are co-created with the people and communities we work alongside: an approach that encourages our participants to become future volunteers and leaders, not just beneficiaries.

We believe that volunteering is an act of optimism. A quiet rebellion against the idea that one person cannot make a difference.

In Scotland, our work is rooted in local communities while aligned with national ambitions. From Aberdeenshire to Dumfries & Galloway, our projects support children, young people, older adults, and families throughout pivotal moments in their lives. During financial year 2024-25, across Scotland we supported 4,443 individuals to volunteer, positively impacting 1,271 beneficiaries, across 14 national projects. Through our environmental volunteering programme, Action Earth, our volunteers also created 397 wildlife habitats.

Our vision is to create more connected communities, where volunteering builds optimism. It shows that when people work together, they can transform lives and communities for the better.