The Power of Giving Back: Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Steve’s story below. My name is Steve*. I am 46 years old and I have spent the majority of my working life as a Delivery […]
Volunteering Stories | Jo’s Story: Volunteering in retirement
What are you going to do with all that free time was a question I was often asked by colleagues just before I took early retirement. I shall do lots of volunteering was always part of my reply but at that stage I had given little thought as to what I could volunteer to do. […]
Volunteering Stories | The start of a volunteering journey
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Ayesha’s story below. Ayesha first met Rugby Volunteer Coordinator, Amy, in April at a DWP Jobs Fair. She was looking to gain experience working with […]
Volunteering Stories | Keeping my mental health on track through volunteering
Michelle joined Growbaby Nuneaton as a volunteer, taking on the vital role of sorting clothing and equipment to support families and health professionals visiting Manor Court Baptist Church. However, her journey to volunteering was more than just a step into community service – it was a personal step toward improving her mental health and well-being. […]
Volunteering Stories | The therapeutic power of volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Ava’s story below. Ava* is a young woman who has been on long term sick from work due to severe anxiety and depression. She was […]
Volunteer Recognition Events – Warwickshire 2025
Warwickshire CAVA are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Volunteer Recognition & Reward Event 2025, to celebrate the exceptional contributions of volunteers in our community across South, Rugby and North Warwickshire. Once again, we will be joining forces with a number of local authority partners and businesses to celebrate volunteers across […]
Volunteering Stories | Empowering Ukrainian guests to rebuild their lives
Sofia* who has recently arrived from Ukraine was referred to Warwickshire & Solihull CAVA by a Job Coach at Stratford Job Centre, as she wanted to do something useful, meet people, and learn English. Our Stratford District Volunteer Coordinator, Karen, suggested three local roles; one in a charity shop sorting out clothes, one in a […]
Volunteering Stories | Matt’s Story: A cause close to my heart
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Matt’s story below. Matt – Volunteer Retail Assistant at Sense Charity Shop in Rugby. Sense is a charitable organisation based in the U.K. The charity […]
Volunteering Stories | Judith’s Story: The best part is feeling that I’m connected to the local community
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Judith’s story below. After being a full-time carer for five years, I then decided that I needed to do something interesting that would also give […]
Volunteering Stories | Time Well Spent: Employer-Supported Volunteering
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, please read story below. North Warwickshire – WCC Staff Volunteering Day. Michelle Titchener, Facilities Manager Team Lead Central contacted Warwickshire & Solihull CAVA to explore volunteering […]
Volunteering Stories | Laura’s story: Healing Through Art
Every year people from all walks of life around the UK take time to volunteer and make a huge difference to their communities. To learn more and get inspired, read Laura’s story below. Laura attended a volunteer appointment with Tina Wragg – Volunteering Coordinator at The Newtown Centre in Nuneaton with her support worker. She […]
SAVE THE DATE: Volunteers’ Week celebrates 40th anniversary this summer
Volunteers’ Week 2024 will launch on Monday, 3rd June and will run through until Sunday, 9th. Volunteers’ Week is an annual event which sees charities, voluntary groups, social organisations, and volunteers themselves come together to recognise the incredible impact that volunteering has in communities around the UK. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Volunteers’ […]