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Want to get more involved with your local community and make a difference in Aberdeen? There's no better place to start than becoming a volunteer! And, with hundreds of opportunities available there's something to suit everyone...
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COG: Community Outreach Group Volunteers
COG: Community Outreach Group
We at COG: Community Outreach Group give out food and hot drinks to anyone in need in Aberdeen. We also run a cafe for 2 mornings and an evening each week. COG is a well established non judgemental community outreach group, we are looking for anyone who wants to help in our mission.
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September 11, 2026
Riding for the Disabled Volunteers
Riding for the Disabled Aberdeen
We are currently seeking volunteers to help at any of our sessions that take place – Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Friday morning (we ask volunteers to help out once a week for one session for a maximum of two and a half hours). Volunteers are required as "side walkers", walking alongside the ponies (one either side) to assist the riders.
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September 10, 2026
Lifestars Volunteers
Lifestars
As a Lifestars Volunteer, you will support the delivery of our Life Skills Programme within local schools, helping children build confidence, resilience, communication skills, and other key skills for life.
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Published:
September 10, 2026
OPPORTUNITY: Sign up to join the Bite Back - Shape Your Streets - Project in Aberdeen
Aberdeen City Council
Aberdeen City Council is teaming up with Young Scot and Bite Back, a youth-led movement fighting to make food healthier for young people. Together, we want to make it easier for everyone in Aberdeen to enjoy good, nutritious food.
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Published:
September 9, 2026
What Matters to You - Patient Café Contributors
Robert Gordon University
We are seeking volunteers with lived experience of illness, health challenges, disability, mental health, long term conditions, or wellbeing to attend a Patient Café with first year pharmacy students. In this role, you will share your personal experiences of health and care in a supportive, informal café style setting.
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September 7, 2026
Trustee / Chair
Sport Aberdeen
Joining our Board means contributing your time, judgement, experience and networks to an organisation with real civic purpose and impact. Trustees provide strategic leadership, governance and stewardship, helping ensure Sport Aberdeen remains sustainable, accountable and focused on community benefit.
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We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also committed to completing your project on time.
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also to your project on time.
We are flexible and can adapt our solutions
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also committed to completing your project on time.
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Solutions Are Guaranteed to Meet Your Needs
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also committed to completing your project on time.
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also to your project on time.
We are flexible and can adapt our solutions
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also committed to completing your project on time.
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Find the Right Solution for Your Project
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also committed to completing your project on time.
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also to your project on time.
We are flexible and can adapt our solutions
We use only the highest quality materials and workmanship. We are also committed to completing your project on time.
Why I Volunteer in Aberdeen: Grampian Regional Equality Council (GREC)
Grampian Regional Equality Council (GREC)
Volunteers at GREC play a vital role in providing therapeutic support to people who are affected by discrimination, prejudice and hate crime in the city. As part of our Why I Volunteer in Aberdeen series, we spoke to volunteer David to hear what inspired him to join GREC, what he has learned through his counselling experience and why he believes giving back time is so important.
Why I Volunteer in Aberdeen: Young Volunteers
Young people are making a huge difference across Aberdeen every day through volunteering. Giving their time to create positive change, young people volunteer through various ways such as delivering sport sessions, supporting community events and helping people stay connected through social activities.
Why I Volunteer in Aberdeen: Volunteers’ Week 2026!
Volunteers are the driving force behind many communities across Aberdeen - giving their time, skills and energy to support local organisations, create connections and improve the lives of others. As Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June 2026) is celebrated across the UK, this is a fantastic opportunity to recognise the incredible contribution volunteers make every day throughout the city.
Why I Volunteer in Aberdeen: Instant Neighbour
Instant Neighbour
Volunteers are at the heart of Instant Neighbour - from helping in the food bank, sorting donations or being part of the admin team, each one is vital in supporting the charity’s operations. As part of our Why I Volunteer in Aberdeen series, we spoke to Ken and Kimberley to hear about their inspirations behind volunteering, their experience within the organisation and the value they find in giving back their time.
"Helping people in their recovery, and being part of that process is a big part of the appeal of volunteering for me. You can really see the growth and positive difference it makes to peoples lives."
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Judith
Volunteer with Alcohol & Drugs Action
Receiving my Saltire Summit Award is an amazing feeling, but the main reason I volunteer is the satisfaction that comes from helping others in my community in Aberdeen"
Lucas
Volunteer with Future Choices
"The transformation I've seen in myself and others, like a quiet service user who became a vibrant volunteer, highlights the positive impact of volunteering."
Amber
Volunteer with Four Pillars
"I lost my brother to addiction, I know how recovery and volunteering helped him so I wanted to give back and volunteer and maybe help someone else on their road to recovery."
Jackie
Volunteer with Alcohol & Drugs Action
"When I lost my job due to my multiple sclerosis this place became a lifeline. Volunteering one day a week allows me to contribute, even in small ways. I like to give something back, even if it's just a little.
Tawny
Volunteer with Four Pillars
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