Volunteering in Bridgend

People volunteer for many different reasons: to help other people in the community, gain work experience, learn new skills, meet new people, gain access to training or to "just get out of the house". Whatever the reasons, people get a lot out of volunteering.

Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO) provides a Volunteer Bureau Service which offers up-to-date information, advice and guidance to people who are looking for volunteering opportunities. Whether you are an organisation looking for volunteers, or an individual looking for a suitable volunteering opportunity, registering with BAVO is free.

With over 100 registered voluntary organisations offering a range of volunteering opportunities, BAVO’s Volunteer Bureau can match your skills and interests with a vacancy that suits you best.

We provide one to one confidential interviews at our main office and in a range of outreach premises across the Borough. The interviews are designed to provide volunteers with the information they require to make informed choices in volunteering.

There are many opportunities, from administrative work to driving, conservation to education. You can work with many different organisations and people in your area and most organisations offer training and pay out-of-pocket expenses. You could make a real difference.

BAVO has details of lots of local volunteering opportunities, and there is bound to be one that suits your interests. Please telephone for more information on 01656 810400 or visit the website www.volunteering-wales.net.

We work to provide support, guidance, practical assistance and information to local voluntary sector group to help them develop their skills, services and activities.

For more information about the services offered by BAVO either telephone us on 01656 810400 or visit our website www.bavo.org.uk