Closing date is Friday October 29th 2021
Waterford PPN Community and Voluntary Awards were introduced 16 years ago to recognise and celebrate the community organisations...
Thursday 21st October: Free Workshop on How to Prepare for Re-opening During Covid
In this online workshop, Liam Scollan, Carmichael, will provide practical guidance...
What a fantastic First Aid Workshop we had yesterday!A huge thank you to the Irish Red Cross Waterford City Branch and especially to Richard for delivering such an engaging and valuable training session for our volunteer community.It was a great opportunity for volunteers to learn essential first aid skills, refresh their knowledge, ask questions and feel more confident about responding when someone needs help.We are very grateful to @irishredcross and Richard for sharing their time, knowledge and experience with us and to everyone who joined us and made the workshop such a success! 🙌It was wonderful to see so much interest in the training and such a great group of volunteers learning together. ❤️ #IVY2026#volunteerwaterford#waterfordvolunteer...
Meet Us in Tramore! 🤝Are you involved in volunteering in Tramore, or thinking about getting involved?Our staff will be at Tramore Library on Wednesday 26th August, from 11.00am to 1.00pm, for an informal drop-in session with volunteers and local organisations — old and new.Come along for a chat, share your ideas, or talk to us about anything related to volunteering. 💬📍 Tramore Library📅 Wednesday 26th August⏰ 11.00am–1.00pmWe’d love to see you there!No appointment needed — just drop in! 💬 #Tramore #Volunteering #volunteerwaterford#IVY2026...
It's that time of the year... 🌟 Waterford PPN Community & Voluntary Awards nominations are now open!We’re delighted to once again partner with Waterford PPN to celebrate the amazing volunteers who give their time, energy and skills to make a difference in our communities. 💚This year, Waterford Volunteer Centre is proud to introduce three new individual categories:🌟 Rising Star Volunteer of the Year – celebrating a young person making a positive difference through volunteering.🏆 Waterford Volunteer of the Year 2026 – recognising a volunteer who has made a real difference through their contribution during 2026.💚 Volunteer Legacy Award – celebrating someone whose years of volunteering have made a lasting difference to their community.Do you know someone who deserves to be recognised?Whether they’re always there to lend a hand, support others, organise, encourage or simply make a difference by showing up — we want to hear about them! 🙌👉 Nominate now:https://form.jotform.com/262292391161354📅 Nominations close Wednesday, 9 September 2026.Let’s celebrate the people who make Waterford a stronger, kinder and more connected place. 💚Nominate now!#WaterfordVolunteerAwards #Community #CelebrateVolunteers #WaterfordPPN #volunteerwaterford#IVY2026...
Would you love to help young people in Waterford grow their confidence and skills in literacy?Minceiri Port Lairge is looking for kind, patient volunteers to support young Traveller students in Waterford City through their Catch-Up Literacy Programme. 📚✅ Just 2 hours a week✅ No teaching experience needed – full training provided✅ Make a real difference in a young person’s life✅ Build your own skills in a warm, supportive environmentIf you have good literacy skills, fluent English, and a belief in every young person’s potential, we’d love to hear from you!💙 Volunteer now! Apply today on our website👉 www.i-vol.ie/volunteer-opportunity/?ID=a00Vh00000KQrQ9#volunteerwaterford #LiteracyMatters #MincéiríPortLáirge #IVY2026...
Yesterday, we welcomed members of our Ukrainian volunteer community for a workshop about something especially important right now: looking after ourselves during times of uncertainty and change.When the future feels unclear, sometimes we all need a little reminder to pause, breathe, connect and take care of ourselves. A big thank you to Deirdre Lindy for creating such a warm and supportive space for our community once again.Our volunteers spend so much time caring for others, and we want them to know that we care about them too. #IVY2026#volunteerwaterford#waterfordvolunteer...
🩹 First Aid Training for VolunteersWould you know what to do if someone suddenly became unwell, fainted, was injured, or needed urgent help?First Aid is one of those skills we all hope we will never need, but knowing what to do in an emergency can make a real difference.We are delighted that Irish Red Cross Waterford has kindly agreed to deliver a FREE First Aid Training session for our local volunteer community.This training is especially valuable for volunteers, as so many of us work directly with people in our communities. Having basic first aid knowledge can help you feel more confident and prepared if an emergency happens.💡 Never attended First Aid training before? This is a great opportunity to learn essential skills.🔄 Completed training in the past but need a refresher? You are very welcome too!📅 Wednesday, 26 August 2026⏰ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm📍 Red Cross Waterford, Maranatha Community Church, X91 YF22Registration is essential as places are limited.👉 Register using the link:forms.cloud.microsoft/e/LjGxsWuvpT📱 You can also scan the QR code on the poster.Or contact Anna to book your place:📧 anna@volunteerwaterford.ie📱 083 158 6061If registering by text, simply send your name and mention that you would like to join the First Aid Training, and Anna will register you.A couple of hours spent learning First Aid could one day help you make a real difference when someone needs it most. ❤️Book your place and join us! ...
What do we do when we’re not working? We volunteer! 💚Volunteering is a great way to connect with your community, share your skills and make a difference.You might not notice her at first, but hidden among the volunteers in these pictures is our Centre Manager, volunteering with Carrick Paddlers to help clean up the River Suir.Because at Waterford Volunteer Centre, we believe in volunteering!Employers — would you support your staff to volunteer? Offering volunteer leave or time to get involved in local causes can make a real difference — to your staff, your community and the organisations they support.When people have the opportunity to give their time, everyone benefits.Find your place. Give your time. Make a difference. 🌿#volunteerwaterford#IVY2026...
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – Play Volunteer, WaterfordChildren in Hospital Ireland is looking for friendly, enthusiastic Play Volunteers at University Hospital Waterford. 💛Volunteers help make hospital a happier place for children through play, storytelling, arts & crafts, jigsaws and more.📍 University Hospital Waterford⏰ 2.5 hours weekly – mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends❤️ Minimum 1-year commitment👤 Over 21sInterested in making a real difference to children and families? Find out more and apply here:https://www.i-vol.ie/volunteer-opportunity/?ID=a00WS00000a9brk 👉 Check out our website for more volunteer opportunities! #volunteerwaterford #childreninhospital #volunteerneeded ...
So lovely to see the Repair Café Waterford volunteers come together for a well-deserved picnic. 💚A huge thank you to all the volunteers who give their time, skills and energy to help others repair, reuse and learn — making a real difference while saving money and reducing waste and carbon emissions. 👏👏It’s a wonderful project to be involved with. If you have repair skills you’d like to share, or simply want to get involved and volunteer, we’d love to hear from you.Find out more and join now. www.i-vol.ie/volunteer-opportunity/?ID=a00Vh00000Fi4sBAnd don’t miss the next Repair Café Waterford on 12 September at Manor St. John Centre, Lisduggan!#volunteerwaterford#IVY2026 #RepairCafeWaterford #Volunteering #Community #RepairAndReuse #Waterford Buíon Phort Láirge...
