Royal Voluntary Service
About Royal Voluntary Service
Royal Voluntary Service mobilises volunteers in every corner of Britain to support people in need and the NHS.
Our volunteers work with healthcare teams and in communities providing practical help and emotional support when people are struggling to cope.
We also assist on the NHS frontline, and right now our volunteers are supporting the extraordinary COVID-19 vaccination programme.
The work of our volunteers makes Britain healthier and happier.
Helping vulnerable people take the first step on the long road to recovery
How to get involved
Here are just some of the ways you can support Royal Voluntary Service.
Volunteer to help the NHS
NHS Volunteer Responders help local communities to recover from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Let’s get the jabs done!
Over 2,000 Steward Volunteers are needed every day to support the COVID-19 vaccination programme.
Meet our volunteers
See some of our amazing volunteers and hear about the difference they make...
Be part of an important and growing movement
Part of our work is matching people who want to volunteer with opportunities in their own communities. That way we can provide support where it’s needed, right across the country. Just enter your postcode below to find volunteering opportunities that work for you.
Virtual Village Hall
The Virtual Village Hall brings people together for a programme of themed online sessions led by expert tutors for fun, to learn and to aid physical and mental health.
Latest news
Keep up to date with the latest news.
Community planting events recognise vital role of green spaces with Billion Seed Challenge
Residents, volunteers and community groups will be giving their local green spaces a makeover, planting seeds, bulbs and wildflowers for local people to enjoy.
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Research
Urgent call for next generation of charity volunteers
Royal Voluntary Service urges young adults to fill gap left by retiring volunteers.
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New programme launches to fuel innovation in social prescribing
Launch of programme to help national voluntary organisations to work together alongside local communities to increase the scale and impact of social prescribing activities.
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Partnerships
social prescribing