Volunteering is one of the most rewarding things you can do. People choose to volunteer for a variety of reasons. For some, it offers the chance to give something back to the community or make a difference to the people around them. For others it provides an opportunity to develop confidence, new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge. Regardless of your motivation, volunteering is both challenging and rewarding.
View volunteering opportunities.
Volunteering in your community
Perhaps you already know what type of volunteering you would like to undertake, maybe you plan on volunteering to help you gain employment or perhaps you need a little more guidance. Whatever your circumstances, we can provide you advice that will help. Here are just a few suggestions.
Improve your surroundings
Do you want to improve a street, alley way or green space?
We have a team who may be able to support you with your activities and provide the tools needed to enhance your neighbourhood or open space.
Whether you want to focus on litter picking or horticulture we are here to help.
If this is something you would like to arrange then please contact us by email to communities@chorley.gov.uk.
Improve your local area
Do you have concerns about your local area and want to do something about it?
Do you want your volunteering activities to directly impact your friends and neighbours?
There are a number of resident groups active in various areas across Chorley who are looking for more members. We can also support you to establish your own residents' group if needed.
For more info on setting up this kind of group, please see our community groups page.
Local community groups and charities
There are a number of community groups and charities operating in Chorley who need your help to support their aims.
Whether your interests lie in the environment, health and fitness, arts and crafts or supporting the elderly there are ongoing opportunities available to volunteer.
Perhaps you would like to develop your own community group? Our dedicated team are available to provide advice and guidance or alternatively, there is a wealth of information on how to set up a community group on our community groups page.
Recruiting volunteers for your group or organisation
If you are a group or organisation looking to find volunteers, then we can help.
We regularly receive enquiries from individuals looking to volunteer and we support a large group of individuals through our employment service who are looking for opportunities. We can introduce you to potential new recruits.
Please email us at communities@chorley.gov.uk or telephone us on 01257 515151 for more information.
Further information
If you would like to speak to us directly about volunteering then you can contact us on 01257 515151 or email us at communities@chorley.gov.uk.
The Lancashire Volunteering Partnership website also provide more information on volunteering and current vacancies in the Chorley area.