Rise in volunteer inquiries following the Olympics
The number of volunteer enquiries to older people’s charity, WRVS has doubled since the start of the Olympics – testimony to the positive impact of the Games Makers.
The charity, which has 40,000 volunteers, had around 500 enquiries from members of the public looking to become volunteers at the start of 2012, compared to 1,343 people contacting the organisation in July.
WRVS is now calling on members of the public to keep the enthusiasm going and consider becoming a volunteer to help others in their community.
David McCullough, WRVS chief executive, said:“It’s great that so many people have been inspired by the fantastic example set by the Games Makers and enquired about joining WRVS. We need to maintain momentum and ensure that the legacy of the Games Makers continues to benefit society.
"Volunteering is hugely rewarding and we know that WRVS’ existing 40,000 volunteers get enormous satisfaction from the contribution they make to their communities. We would encourage anyone thinking of taking up volunteering to take the plunge and get involved.”
WRVS is looking for more volunteers – men and women, young and old – to help support older people in the community whether providing company to someone isolated, a lift to the shops to someone housebound, a visit to hospital to a patient that may not have seen anyone for weeks or distributing Meals on Wheels.
To register an interest in volunteering visit www.wrvs.org.uk or call 0845 601 4670.
