Volunteering

The Big Lunch and The Big Help Out are teaming up on 5th-8th June for a weekend of friendship, food, fun and action – and everyone’s invited. It’s one big do – a chance to meet, eat and lend a hand locally in the UK’s biggest celebration of community. Big or small, what you do is up to you – a BBQ with the neighbours, a local litter pick or helping a good cause for the day – we can all do something. It’s easy, it’s fun and it’s for everyone.

Find out more and get involved here 
 

Across the UK, communities are already doing incredible things to support one another every day – from running youth groups and staffing food banks to hosting local events and neighbourhood initiatives.

From 13 – 20 May, A Million Acts of Hope is bringing these everyday acts together – showing that care, connection and community are stronger than the divisions that often dominate the headlines.

The Community Hub is now live, offering ideas, resources and simple ways for community groups to take part.

Groups can:

Action Tutoring have charity spaces available to complete the Manchester 10k run or half marathon on 31st May 2026 and you can support young people facing disadvantage.

Entry donation: £20 
Fundraising target: £200

Entry donation: £30
Fundraising target: £300

Secure one the spots by emailing: sarah.chandler@actiontutoring.org.uk 

Why taking part matters
The State of the VCSE Sector research is a major piece of work mapping the size, scope, diversity, and impact of voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations across Greater Manchester.

Your contribution helps ensure the activities, needs, challenges, and strengths of organisations like yours are fully represented. The stronger the evidence, the stronger our shared voice when advocating for funding, resources, and recognition.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, enthusiastic and real team player. This post is a temporary role to provide continuity and cover while a member of staff is on a career break.

Volunteer Centre Manchester is part of Manchester Community Central. We support people across the city to get involved in volunteering and support organisations to involve volunteers well. This includes providing a brokerage service, running drop-ins and advice sessions, supporting good practice, and working with partners across the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.