Volunteering is more than just giving back, it's a transformative experience.
Whether you are looking to make a lasting impact on your community, develop new skills, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, volunteering offers a wealth of benefits. From one-time ad hoc projects to regular commitments and corporate scial responsibility initiatives, there's a volunteering opportunity to suit every schedule and interest.
Volunteering in your community
Ready to embark on a rewarding volunteering journey in Chorley?
Whether you are seeking to enhance your job prospects, discover a new passion, or simply make a positive difference in your community, we've got you covered.
Explore the diverse volunteering opportunities available in Chorley and learn about the valuable skills and experiences you can gain along the way.
Improve your surroundings
Want to organise a litter pick or improve a green space? Our dedicated team is here to help.
We can offer:
- support, guidance and resources to make your project a success
- tools and equipment you need to get the job done.
Together, let's make Chorley a cleaner, greener place for everyone!
If this is something you would like to arrange then please contact us by email to communities@chorley.gov.uk.
Local community groups and charities
Looking for a way to give back to your community?
Chorley boasts a vibrant network of community groups and charities with everything from tackling environmental issues to arts and crafts, and they need your help.
Volunteer your skills and passions to a cause you care about, from health and fitness to supporting the elderly, there's an opportunity waiting for you.
Do you have a spark of your own? Start your own community group with our support. We offer advice, guidance, and resources to help your vision come to life.
Ready to take action?
- explore existing volunteer opportunities
- view information on how to get started with your own group
- contact us directly by email to communities@chorley.gov.uk
Tempo Time Credits
Tempo Time Credits are a charity who provide recognition to volunteers for their valuable contribution to society. Tempo Time Credits build local and national networks of organisations bringing people together in their local communities to carry out valued and important voluntary work. Volunteers receive Tempo Time Credits for their time volunteering in their community with a network of charity and voluntary organisations or locally commissioned programs.
Tempo Time Credits can be used with a network of recognition partners for days out at local and national attractions, classes at local facilities or even for vouchers for shopping and entertainment. Tempo Time Credits new online platform also allows people to use Tempo Time Credits for a range of exclusive online offers.
How does Tempo Time Credits work?
Give: You volunteer your time by helping with all kinds of activities.
Earn: When you give your time and help, you can earn Tempo Time Credits. It's a way of saying 'thank you'.
Use: You can use your Tempo Time Credits on a wide range of activities. You can even take a friend with you!
Tempo now has a new digital platform making it easier to keep track of your Tempo Time Credits, to give them out remotely, recruit new volunteers and give your current volunteers the opportunity to use their Tempo Time Credits, both online and in person. More information is available on the Tempo Time Credits website.
Volunteers can also exchange their outstanding paper Time Credits for digital ones by signing up for Online Tempo Time Credits.
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.