Volunteering & Community Contribution

What it is: Giving time, skills or support to help other - through school, local groups, church, local groups, charities or cultural / community events.

Why it matters: This is real-world impact. It shows empathy, reliability, and heart - qualities that matter in every field from business to healthcare. Plus, community involvement is often highly regarded in early entry schemes and scholarship selection.

Opportunities:

• Helping at a local community event or library.

• Volunteering with St Vincent de Paul, Red Cross or Foodbank etc..

• Organising a school donation drive

• Translating or helping in a community language group.

• Youth advisory councils or environmental clean-up days

• Leading a charity initiative - e.g. Fun Run, winter sleep-out etc..