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For over 50 years Voluntary Norfolk has been bringing communities together, getting people to help each other out and making sure everyone has access to support to make life better for everyone!

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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Our Young Carers Matter team support young carers across Norfolk, lifting the burden of their caring responsibilities. A young carer is a person under 18 who provides care for a family member/friend with a disability, illness, mental health condition or addiction. www.youngcarersmatternorfolk.org
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
So we're already a week into the New Year... How are you getting on with any New Year’s resolutions?❓ It's not to late to consider one that really matters: Volunteering.👀 #volunteering #norfolk #newyearsresolution www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/a-new-years-...
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A New Year's Resolution That Changes Lives | Voluntary Norfolk
As 2026 begins, Michael Kitching (Voluntary Norfolk’s CEO) asks us all to consider a New Year’s resolution that really matters: Volunteering. As we look ahead to 2026, many of us will be thinking abou...
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Have you seen the new "Supporting Volunteering" booklets that have been produced by @norfolkcc.bsky.social? 👀 If you're an organisation that recruits and manages volunteers, they're designed for you...👍 www.getinvolvednorfolk.org.uk/blog/support... #volunteering #norfolk #vcsesector
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Over the next few weeks we'll give you a flavour of what it means to be a trustee/board member, what inspires them and what difference they have made to the lives of others in Norfolk...🙌 Today we focus on Cata, who explains why diverse voices are important in the leadership of charities...👀
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
A report shows the impact on society if volunteers were to stop tomorrow.❗ The consequences would make our county “almost unrecognisable”.😟 Without volunteers, health, justice, education, culture, sport, & community life would be plunged into crisis.😮 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/new-report-w...
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New Report Warns Norfolk Would “Grind to a Halt” if Volunteers Disappeared | Voluntary Norfolk
A new report highlights the importance of volunteers and warns that Norfolk would “grind to a halt” if volunteers disappeared
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
We want to hear your views!👂 Whether you've used our services (or any charity's services), are a community leader, are involved in the VCSE sector, or are just interested building a stronger communities in Norfolk, we'd love to hear from you: www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/ensuring-vol...
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Ensuring Voluntary Norfolk's offer is fit for the future | Voluntary Norfolk
For more than 50 years, Voluntary Norfolk has supported people and communities across the county. As Norfolk changes, so too must we. That’s why we’ve begun a process of repositioning and rebranding –...
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Trustees' Week may be over for another year, but we're committed to supporting trustees Norfolk charities all year round!👍 Read what our CEO, Michael Kitching, wrote about the importance of trustees for the VCSE sector in Norfolk & society generally.👀 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/a-thank-you-...
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A thank you to all Trustees and Board Members | Voluntary Norfolk
Michael Kitching, CEO of Voluntary Norfolk, thanks trustees and board members across Norfolk for the work they do supporting communities
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
As we celebrate #TrusteesWeek, we thought we'd try to answer some of the commonly asked questions about trustees and board members of charities and social enterprises...🙋 Today, we'll start with the most obvious one - what is a trustee?👀 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/what-is-a-tr...
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What is a Trustee? | Voluntary Norfolk
Here we'll explain what a trustee or a board member of a charity/social enterprise is and why they are so important.
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
We see every day how loneliness & stress can affect people’s wellbeing.🚨 We also see the difference that community, volunteering & support can make.🫂 By working with volunteers, carers, & VCSEs, we’re proud to help build a Norfolk where everyone has the chance to thrive.🌱 #WorldMentalHealthDay
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
📆We’re excited to announce that we'll be exhibiting at Norfolk Chambers B2B event tomorrow at the Norfolk Showground! 👋We’re looking forward to showcasing how we support communities across Norfolk and connect with other organisations making Norfolk such a wonderful county to live and work in!
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
Anna, one of our volunteers, shares how volunteering at a clinic supported the nurses there and gave her meaningful experience, which helped inspire her future career in medicine.👍 Have a read here:👇 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/supporting-n...
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Supporting Nurses, Inspiring Futures: Anna’s Volunteering Journey | Voluntary Norfolk
Anna, one of our volunteers, shares how volunteering at a clinic supported the nurses there and gave her meaningful experience, which helped inspire her future career in medicine. For many students, t...
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
#ThrowbackThursday In Norfolk, our local voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) recognised Volunteers' Week last month with a range of activities and events...📆 Read more: www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/looking-back...
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Looking Back at Volunteers' Week 2025 | Voluntary Norfolk
Volunteers Week 2025 ran from 2nd to 8th June. During this week we put on events to thank current volunteers and encourage new volunteers.
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
We're here at the Norfolk Show, talking about all things volunteering and how to make a difference in your community!👋 #volunteering #norfolkshow #community
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Did you know Voluntary Norfolk has been supporting carers of all ages for many years?👀 Read how we're helping tackle inequalities for carers of all ages here:👇 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/carers-week-... #carersweek2025 #youngcarers #norfolk
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Carers Week 2025: Supporting Carers Across Norfolk | Voluntary Norfolk
Voluntary Norfolk are delighted to support initiatives like Carers Week 2025 which shine a light on the experiences and needs of carers.
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Today marks the start of #CarersWeek 🗓️ This year’s theme is Caring About Equality and from 9-15 June Voluntary Norfolk, which supports adults and young carers in Norfolk, is joining in and saying ‘we care about equality for carers’.👍
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Thanks to everyone who came to our Volunteer Extravaganza yesterday and made it such a success!😍 70 voluntary organisations, charities & social enterprises interacted with 1000s of people at the Forum to promote volunteering in Norfolk...🗣️ Here's are some of photos we took...📷 #volunteering
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Bylines Network @bylinesnetwork.co.uk · 02/06/2025
Want to feel good, meet people & make a difference? Voluntary Norfolk’s 'Volunteer Extravaganza' shows how. Find out about this year’s big Volunteers’ Week event at The Forum, Norwich on Thursday and how you can make a difference. Full story ⤵️ @eastangliabylines.co.uk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social
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Norwich to host ‘volunteer Extravaganza’ celebrating the spirit of community
An interactive event at The Forum invites locals to discover hands-on volunteering opportunities and celebrate Norfolk’s community spirit
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Next week is #VolunteersWeek.👀 This annual celebration is a chance to recognise the incredible contribution of volunteers across the UK.🎉 Read more about what's coming up here: www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/volunteers-w...
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Volunteers' Week 2025 | Voluntary Norfolk
Volunteers' Week 2025 is an annual celebration that recognises the incredible contribution of volunteers across the UK
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NCH&C Charitable Fund @nchccharitablefund.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
This has to be the best place to have a break in the whole of @nchctrust.bsky.social - all funded by #charity donations and loved by patients and staff alike. 🌷 Beautifully maintained by our wonderful @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social volunteer Melissa! 😍🙏
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Gen D CIC @gendcic.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
🤝 Great to attend the VCSE Leadership Network event hosted by Fuse Norfolk CIC & Empowering Communities at @theforumnorwich.bsky.social👏 An insightful afternoon exploring @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social ’s latest reports, sector challenges, & a collective call to action for Norfolk’s communities. 🙌
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
We are urgently looking for volunteer drivers to join our Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service, especially in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft & Waveney areas.🚗 This essential service helps individuals get to and from their medical appointments.💙 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/drive-for-mo...
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Drive for more non-emergency patient transport volunteers | Voluntary Norfolk
Non-Emergency Patient Transport Volunteers play a vital role supporting our NHRS and more are needed in Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Last week at our Momentum team had an inspiring day at the Big Norfolk Holiday Fun Event, where organisations working with young people came together to celebrate the success of this winter’s activities. 👍 Read more:👇 www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk/supporting-t...
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Supporting those working with young people | Voluntary Norfolk
We support groups working with young people. The Big Norfolk Holiday Fun Event brought organisations working with young people together.
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
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Voluntary Norfolk @voluntarynorfolk.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
🚨Find out more about how we're working with people to strengthen communities and improve lives across Norfolk: www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk
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Volunteer Services, Support & Community Work | Voluntary Norfolk
Voluntary Norfolk is a leading charity for volunteer recruitment, services and support. Find out more or contact us to become a volunteer.
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