Volunteering is good for the soul! Its like a free dose of happiness. Not only are you helping others, but you're also boosting your own mood and overall well-being. It's a win-win situation!
A good volunteering match is one which aligns with your beliefs and results in you feeling a sense of purpose and accomplishment.
That match is different for everyone!
Many people want to be more involved in the community but don't know where to start - that's where this part of the site helps. You'll find a list of currently available, local opportunities - whether you're looking for something to dip your toe into from time to time, something that will give you a chance to meet others, develop new skills or opportunities that provide a longer term opportunity to be involved, hopefully you'll find something which appeals.
Our Community Action Plan is all about our Community coming together to make things happen so check back here regularly and you're sure to find a way to be involved that fits for you!
Details of current opportunities can be found below and information about community meetings are available HERE
Current Opportunities:
Community Council
Are you interested in getting involved in your local community? Do you want to have a say in the issues that affect your neighbourhood? Then why not come along to your local community council meeting? Held on the last Thursday of each month at 7pm. Usually the Aytoun Hall but the summer meetings rotate between Aberuthven, Glendevon and Tullibardine. For more information, contact adcc.post@gmail.com
Care Home Visitors
Could you spare a little time to pop in and visit someone who doesn't have friends or family nearby? Click here to find out more
CAP Traffic and Public Transport Working Group
The traffic and public transport group are making significant progress towards the projects identified in the CAP – from parking surveys to exploring a coordinated approach to public transport. They’d love to hear from positive people who could contribute their thoughts and ideas to making the road network easier and safer for all. From kids traveling to school to raising awareness of what’s available for getting around the area. Perhaps you’re organised and could help progress the public transport guide?
Time Commitment: The group meet around 4 times per year.
Contact: cap.trafficandtransport@gmail.com
Green Spaces Group
If you love the green space in and around our community and wish to be involved in enhancing it, click HERE to find out more.
Poppy Appeal 2024
Although poppy cans do not hit the streets until October for this year’s local poppy appeal, planning for it starts in the first half of the year. Many of the volunteers who have helped in the past have either moved on or have stood down from house-to-house collecting. It is evident that new volunteers need to come forward if the town’s local appeal is to match last year’s effort of just under £6K; only two or three areas of the town will be covered with current volunteer numbers. House-to-house collectors are needed for the following areas: Muir Estate, Benton Road Estate, North Crofts, Kincardine Road/Sydney Crescent, Parkside, Glenorchil Crescent/Place/Terrace and Orchil Road/Grampian & Easthill. If you can give up a couple of evenings in October to support Armed Forces veterans in need, please contact David Homewood, Area Organiser on 01764 663049.
Auchterarder in Bloom
Bloom are currently bringing on 2000 plants for the colourful displays in town.
They rely on having a group of people whom they can call on at various points in the year – potting on, weekly watering of the young plants, clearing out and planting into the main planters. It’s a pleasurable thing to be involved with, not at all onerous.
If you’d like to join the mailing list for this, leave your details and we will pass them onto the Bloom organiser!
Time commitment – An hour or two on an ad hoc basis.
Contact: aanda.cap@gmail.com
TCSoA Parent Council Members
The Parent Council for the Community School of Auchterarder are keen to hear from parents / carers who'd like to be involved with supporting the Parent Council to support the School - could you help? More info available by contacting tcsoapc@gmail.com
Path Tidies
Do you have a couple of hours to lend a hand whilst enjoying the local paths? And are you a dab hand with a litter picker, strimmer or set of pruners? Further information available HERE
Friends of Aytoun Hall Committee Members
Friends of Aytoun Hall look after the inventory of items in the Aytoun Hall - this helps us all enjoy the facilities of the hall for the various events that happen there. Committee members meet bi-monthly, planning events and fundraising to support running of the hall. Involvement doesn't require a lot of time, just your enthusiasm and wisdom - having the input of peoples thoughts and ideas is valued. If you'd like to find out more contact aanda.cap@gmail.com and we'll put you in touch with the group.
Repair Cafe
We're keen to hear from people who would be interested in volunteering a couple of hours from time to time to help participate in a repair cafe - the idea is that many items could have their life extended with a little repair, whether that's a bit of sewing, some glueing, tightening up, but some people don't know how to do this - and therefore the items end up being chucked out. Wouldn't it be great to see things being reused more and also to help people learn a new skill? Interested to hear more? This project would be in partnership with Remake and they've significant experience in this area. Contact aanda.cap@gmail.com initially.
Sports Hub Volunteer Trustees
Picture House Crew
he Auchterarder Picturehouse CREW (AP CREW) is a dynamic volunteering organisation with an aim to improve peoples lives through creative and performing arts. The AP CREW aim to help anyone express their individuality and their creative talents through coaching, mentoring and by facilitating associated activities. The AP CREW aim to showcase the creative outputs from its members through Events, Exhibitions, Festivals and Variety Shows.
Time Commitment: Ad hoc, various events and opportunities available throughout the year
Contact: info@auchterarderpicturehouse.co.uk
Marie Curie Fundraisers
You’ve no doubt seen Estelle and the other Marie Curie team outside the Coop with their big yellow hats – would you like to support what they do and support the amazing work that Marie Curie do? There is lots of information on the website www.mariecurie.org.uk but Estelle would be happy to answer any questions you have initially. Contact aanda.cap@gmail.com and we can pass on your details.
Street Pastors
https://saltireawards.scot/ A nationally recognised programme that boosts your CV and also provides access to treats and competitions though Young Scot too.