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There's a lot more to volunteering than you think - find out how you can make a positive impact in the city!
About Volunteer Aberdeen
Join the community, make a positive impact
By giving your time as a volunteer in Aberdeen you are joining a community of like minded people driven by a shared sense of purpose; working towards making Aberdeen a fair, inclusive and supportive city for all.
70,00+
people give their time in Aberdeen each year
4.4million
volunteer hours logged each year
350+
volunteer opportunities advertised at any one time
Support for volunteers & organisations
in Aberdeen
About
volunteer Aberdeen
Volunteering not only empowers communities but can also help individuals feel more connected to their local area by meeting new people while sharing their skills and time. Volunteer Aberdeen supports volunteering in the city by...
Advertising opportunities for local residents to get involved with volunteering
Support organisations in the process of involving and recruiting volunteers
Share stories to celebrate the huge positive impact volunteers make in Aberdeen
Looking to get Involved?
Find an opportunity to volunteer in your local community
Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something bigger? Find your perfect volunteering opportunity from the hundreds currently offer. Whether you're working with young people, planting trees in a local park, or helping with food support, your contributions matter.
Search the volunteering database to discover how you can get involved
Sign up on the Volunteer Aberdeen website to save your favourite opportunities for later
Be inspired by stories from our city's volunteers or get in touch to share your own!
Looking to recruit volunteers?
We can help you organisation to thrive and grow
We provide resources, training, and support to ensure that local nonprofits, charities, and community groups feel empowered and equipped to work with volunteers to enable them to make a difference in Aberdeen.
Submit your opportunities to our database for for free
Join over 420 other likeminded people with the Aberdeen Volunteer Co-ordinators Network
Become accredited by the Volunteer Friendly Award or sign up to the Volunteer Charter to show your commitment to Volunteers in the city
"Helping people in their recovery, and being part of that process is a big part of the appeal of volunteering for me. You can really see the growth and positive difference it makes to peoples lives."
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Judith
Volunteer with Alcohol & Drugs Action
Receiving my Saltire Summit Award is an amazing feeling, but the main reason I volunteer is the satisfaction that comes from helping others in my community in Aberdeen"
Lucas
Volunteer with Future Choices
"The transformation I've seen in myself and others, like a quiet service user who became a vibrant volunteer, highlights the positive impact of volunteering."
Amber
Volunteer with Four Pillars
"I lost my brother to addiction, I know how recovery and volunteering helped him so I wanted to give back and volunteer and maybe help someone else on their road to recovery."
Jackie
Volunteer with Alcohol & Drugs Action
"When I lost my job due to my multiple sclerosis this place became a lifeline. Volunteering one day a week allows me to contribute, even in small ways. I like to give something back, even if it's just a little.
Tawny
Volunteer with Four Pillars
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