Corporate volunteering at the Gathering
This page tells you about opportunities for corporate volunteering to help deliver the Gathering - the UK's largest free voluntary sector event.
The Gathering brings together 3,000 people from charities and voluntary organisations across Scotland for a free two-day event offering delegates 80+ seminars and workshops, networking and an exhibition to showcase their work.
A big event takes lots of people to make it work! You and your organisation could support thousands of people from hundreds of charities, all at once.
Could you volunteer for one day or both, on your own or with colleagues?
Alex Thomson,If you’re looking for a meaningful way to use your volunteering day(s), the Gathering lets you support not just one but hundreds of charities at one event. Your skills and experience will help us create an unforgettable event for 3,000 people from across Scotland’s charitable sector.
SCVO Events Manager
What you'll do
Every year, enthusiastic and energetic volunteers help us deliver the Gathering supporting with:
- Welcoming people as they arrive
- Helping people find their sessions
- Supporting attendees with access needs
- Helping exhibitors set up their stands
- Helping keep the catering areas running smoothly
You can volunteer for one day or both, on your own or with your team. We're flexible around your schedule. The Gathering is open to delegates from 8:30am til 4pm each day but we need support with everything from set up, delivery to closing the event down.
What you'll get in return
You'll enjoy lots of benefits from spending some time to help us make this year's Gathering the best yet:
- A rewarding way to use your volunteering day(s)
- A behind-the-scenes look at Scotland’s voluntary sector
- The chance to network with people from organisations across Scotland
- A welcoming and inclusive environment open to people from all backgrounds
- A full event briefing so you're clear on what to expect
- Lunch, refreshments and a cosy Gathering event hoodie are on us
Get involved
Thank you so much for your interest in volunteering at the Gathering.
Email us to learn more and sign up. If you'd like to get involved as a team, let us know! We'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch about volunteering
If you'd like to learn more about how your organisation and SCVO could work together in partnership, we'd love to talk. Get in touch with our Business Development Manager, Ryan Donaghy.
