How To Start Student Volunteering

Manchester Mind

Manchester Mind is a leading mental health charity committed to providing support, information, and resources to individuals and communities in Manchester. Their goal is to promote positive mental health, reduce stigma, and empower people to take control of their well-being.

Student Involvement Opportunities

Listening Ear Volunteers - Provide a safe and confidential space for people to talk about their feelings and experiences.

Event Volunteers - Assist with organising and running various events, such as fundraising galas, awareness campaigns, and support groups.

Outreach Volunteers - Engage with the community through outreach activities, such as visiting schools, colleges, and community centres.

The Big Issue

The Big Issue is a social enterprise that provides homeless and vulnerable individuals with the opportunity to earn a sustainable income by selling the Big Issue magazine. By purchasing the magazine, you are not only supporting a good cause but also helping to break the cycle of homelessness.

Student Involvement Opportunities

Magazine Sellers - Become a Big Issue vendor and sell the magazine in your local area. This is a great way to directly support individuals experiencing homelessness and earn a small income.

Fundraising Volunteers - Help organise and participate in fundraising events to support the Big Issue's mission.

Administrative Volunteers - Assist with various administrative tasks, such as data entry, marketing, and event planning.

Manchester Foodbank

Manchester Foodbank is a grassroots organization that provides emergency food supplies to people in crisis. They aim to alleviate poverty and hunger in the local community by providing a safety net for those in need.

Student Involvement Opportunities

Warehouse Volunteers - Assist with sorting, packing, and distributing food donations.

Delivery Drivers - Help deliver food parcels to people in need throughout the city.

Fundraising Volunteers - Organize and participate in fundraising events to support the foodbank's operations.