The Big Help Out in Scotland
The Big Help Out is a national day of volunteering happening on May 8th (in Scotland and across the UK). It coincides with the Bank Holiday Monday of the King’s Coronation weekend. Volunteers and Volunteering Involving Organisations can get involved.
Volunteer Involving Organisations
There are a number of ways you can support The Big Help Out:
- Plan events for May 8th and beyond. It could be taster sessions to help people experience what you do, or something special for the day.
- Spread the word, using the #TheBigHelpOut hashtag. This partner toolkit (opens as a pdf) provides helpful suggestions for social media, newsletters and web posts.
- Advertise your opportunities to volunteer (in the usual ways). Remember to add the phrase The Big Help Out in any description.
Volunteers
You can find thousands of opportunities to volunteer at any time.
However, you can also look out for opportunities specific to the Big Help Out as these are added in the run up to May 8th. If you’re not sure if volunteering is for you, this page explains the benefits.
Remember, volunteering should be fun. Enjoy your volunteering and enjoy the Big Help Out!