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For many people becoming a volunteer is not a
conscious decision but something that happens quite by chance. From
a simple offer of help at a school fete, shopping for a neighbour,
washing the five-a-side kit, a love of gardening or being a
listening ear to someone at a stressful time.
Whatever the reason, volunteering brings its own rewards and
satisfactions - like learning new life skills, increased social
life, improving your local community and much, much more.
Contact your
Volunteer Centre or Bureau to find out the sorts of activities
you could get involved with. Whatever your choices, your
volunteering will be appreciated and rewarding.
About Us
Kent Volunteers
Kent County Council's 'Next Four Years Plan for Kent' promised
to "Promote Kent Volunteers to encourage people of all ages and in
every community to help local voluntary and charitable bodies and
encourage its own staff to volunteer their help."
In the
Towards 2010 programme for Kent, the Council's Leader, Paul
Carter, says 'Everyone has a part to play in shaping the future of
our county. We will work closely with other bodies such as
district, parish and town councils, the police, health bodies, the
business community, faith groups, voluntary organisations and
volunteers to deliver these commitments'.
These aims are shared by those who work in the voluntary sector
and businesses who recognise the benefits of volunteering to all
concerned.
Across Kent, in towns and rural communities, thousands of people
are already involved in voluntary activities.
Volunteering opportunities are as many and as varied as there
are people with time, interests and enthusiasm to share.
Voluntary Sector
Kent has the largest number of registered charities outside of
Metropolitan districts and an extensive number of voluntary groups.
This reflects the time and expertise given by volunteers in the
county. Without this generosity, so many organisations and projects
could not survive. This shows the value of volunteers from all
walks of life.
Business Sector
Businesses support voluntary activity by offering their assets
which can be financial, staff time, skills, premises and equipment.
Local employers and employees show many examples of ways that
volunteering can be fun, fulfilling and make a real difference to
life in Kent.
Volunteers come from all walks of life and are needed in all
areas and activities.
Become a volunteer, shape your
community, shape your Kent.
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