Volunteers' Week 2018

Ahead of Volunteers’ Week 2018 which takes place 1st -7th June, we have looked at four benefits of volunteering for a charity. 

1. Learn new skills

Volunteering in our charity shops is great work experience, and can be a stepping-stone into full-time employment.

Volunteering at events can improve your organisation and people skills, as well as improving your confidence.

2. Make friends and meet new people

Volunteering for a charity can provide many opportunities for socialising and making new friends. 

Whether it’s meeting fellow volunteers whilst helping out in our charity shops, or sharing a cup of tea with the aircrew at charity events, there’s plenty of chances to strike up a conversation.

3. Improve your mental wellbeing

Having a focus or hobby, socialising and being outdoors are all positive steps towards improving your mental wellbeing. 

Volunteering can help you do all of these things, at a time and location to suit you

4. Be part of a team

Our volunteers are all part of the MAAC family and are invited to volunteers’ meetings, luncheons and Christmas get-togethers. 

They’re the first to know our latest news and updates and can visit our airbases to take a closer look at the aircraft and learn more about the lifesaving service.

To find out more about volunteering for MAAC, call Alison Hill on 0800 8 40 20 40 or email alison.hill@midlandsairambulance.com