Introducing Steve, our Project Manager!

Introducing Joanna, our Community Connector and Business Administrator! She is in charge of our newsletter, as well as connecting communities within Doncaster to services they need.

Introducing Heather, our Digital Inclusion Coordinator! She is working on a programme that aims to work with the most digitally disadvantaged members across the Borough, engaging the public with digital training, ongoing digital support, and digital access.

Introducing Jo, our Volunteer Coordinator and Trainer!

Introducing Cath, our CEO! #vad #voluntaryactiondoncaster

Introducing Jaya, our Community Communications Officer for the summer! #vad #voluntaryactiondoncaster

Volunteers play a vital role in supporting our work, doing everything from welcoming visitors to our building, chatting with new participants and encouraging them to take part in creative activity Find out more bit.ly/2Jnjl9L Voluntary Action Doncaster #FridayFeature #volunteering

Loving the hustle and bustle of Birmingham during the Commonwealth! It's also a perfect example of how volunteering in your community can have a direct impact in your city! Volunteering in the community is a great way to meet new people and keep fit and active! #commonwealthgames

Millions of people on means-tested benefits will receive the first of two cost of living instalments totalling £650 from 14 July 2022, as part of a £37 billion government package to help families with cost of living pressures.

Great to see many people support Doncaster Pride at Elmfield park. It was such an amazing atmosphere and event! It was also great to see many volunteers turn up - from individuals to businesses over a 4 day period! VAD was one of the big supporters of Doncaster Pride!

VAD has handed out over 75 Vodafone sim cards to Ukrainians staying in Doncaster! Vodafone UK

Hilary, Heather and Cath attended the PFG Garden Party yesterday. PFG was awarded the Queens Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS) in June. Carole O'Neill JP and myself were asked to hand out QAVS badges to some of the volunteers in recognition of their support.

We are currently recruiting Volunteer Befrienders, Over the phone befrienders, Administrators, Handy-people, Housekeepers and Charity Shop Assistants (Sheffield Only). Check out all the roles we have at offer on our website ywcayorkshire.org.uk or chat to Nicole Cannon.

Asylum Seeker Donation Project - We need your help! Are you able to donate any men's T-shirts, hoodies, jumpers, trackie bottoms, flip flop type shoes etc? We are collecting and distributing these much needed clothing items for a local Afghan Asylum Seeker project.

Tech for the Terrified starts September 2nd! For those who want to learn more about the internet and technology. These fun and friendly Friday sessions are pay-as-you-feel and can be joined by emailing [email protected]

Valerie has been volunteering as a befriender with YWCA Yorkshire for two years, here is what she has to say. YWCAYorkshire To find out more contact our Volunteer Coordinator Nicole Cannon 07908621469 or visit ywcayorkshire.org.uk #volunteerywca

Help the NHS protect your local communities this autumn. Steward Volunteers ensure the smooth running of vaccination sites and there are thousands of opportunities available within England. Find out more: nhsvolunteerresponders.org.uk/i-want-to-volu…