VOLUNTEERS have put themselves in the shop window thanks to a new display in Malvern’s Tourist Information Centre.
Malvern Hills Volunteering has created the design in the window of the Church Street building as a way of promoting the benefits of volunteering and the opportunities on offer.
The not-for-profit organisation, supported by Malvern Hills District Council and South Worcestershire Citizens’ Advice, is responsible for matching individuals interested in volunteering with organisations looking for new volunteers.
A total of 105 organisations are registered with them and there are more than 220 volunteering opportunities available across the district.
In the last 12 months the group has placed more than 60 people with organisations desperately in need of help.
Current roles available include helping older people, fund-raising, social media and website management and administration positions such as secretary to a trustee board to name but a few.
Kay Bromley, volunteer co-ordinator for Malvern Hills Volunteering, said: “The benefits of volunteering are enormous, both to the individual and the organisations.
“And I would urge people to come and talk to Malvern Hills Volunteering about how we can help them.”
Sessions are held every Wednesday and Friday from 9.30am to 12.30pm at Malvern Library, which allow potential volunteers to come and find out more about the opportunities available.
Coun David Watkins, portfolio holder for healthier communities on Malvern Hills District Council, said: “Volunteering can help you meet new friends, learn new skills, improve your employment prospects, build confidence and be a lot of fun.
“Without volunteers this district would be a lot poorer.
“I hope the window display will encourage more people to find out more about the opportunities on offer.”
Anyone interested in volunteering should simply turn up at one of the sessions or book in advance by calling 07510 012092 or by emailing [email protected].
