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
The Tempo Time Credits programme in Chorley will be ending on 31st March 2025. This means that we will no longer operate a programme for your group to claim time credits to distribute to your volunteers, and your group account will close.
We know that Time Credits have been a useful resource for groups to thank their volunteers, and a welcome recognition for volunteers of their time and effort. Volunteers make a significant and vital contribution to our communities and recognising those contributions will remain a key priority of ours.
We will be launching a new volunteer recognition programme in Chorley in June, during Volunteer Week 2025. If you would like to be kept up to date about this and find out what we will be offering to Chorley’s volunteers and voluntary groups, please email ChorleyTogether@chorley.gov.uk and you will be added to the Chorley Together mailing list.
We have created an FAQ page to provide some further information for you and to signpost your volunteers to: Tempo FAQ.
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.