E-zine 04/03/2026

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Wednesday 4th of March 2026

Hi,

Welcome to our bi-monthly ezine! We’re here to keep in touch with you about the latest volunteering opportunities in County Wicklow and beyond.

If you’re keen to lend a hand or want more details on any of the roles, reach out to:

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There are numerous ways to make a difference in your community, and new roles are registered with us all the time!  Each role is a chance to share your time, skills, and energy in ways that truly matter.

Click the links below to discover how you can connect, contribute, and create positive change.  If a role inspires you, get in touch.  We’ll chat with you about the details and guide you through the next steps toward getting involved:

  1. Daffodil Day 2026 Collection Volunteers – Irish Cancer Society Charity Shop (Bray) 20th March
  2. Planting Volunteer – Ecosikh Ireland (Delgany) 21st March
  3. Assistant Stage Manager – East Coast Dance Arts, Mermaid Theatre, Bray. April 1st
  4. General Helper – East Coast Dance Arts, Mermaid Theatre, Bray. April 1st
  5. Become a Foster Hero – Milo’s Mission
  6. Activities & Befriending – KARE (Baltinglass)
  7. Retail Volunteer in Vincent’s Charity Shop –  Newtownmountkennedy
  8. AlzPals Volunteer – Wicklow Dementia Support (Arklow, Bray, Greystones, Glenealy or Wicklow Town)
  9. Committee Members – West Wicklow Cancer Support Group (Blessington)
  10. Bucket Collection – Aphasia Ireland (County Wide)
  11. Step into Spring & Volunteering at the East Coast Nature Reserve – Birdwatch Ireland (Newcastle)
  12. Tidy Towns Volunteer – Newcastle Tidy Towns
  13. Coast Care Volunteer – Bray Coast Care Group
  14. Beach Clean-Up – Clean Coasts North Wicklow (Greystones)
  15. ‘Getting Started’ digital skills tutor – Greystones Library (Fridays)
  16. Junior Parkrun Volunteer – Arklow Duck Pond
  17. Volunteer Board Member – Legal Expertise – County Wicklow Volunteer Centre (Bray)
  18. Meet & Greet Volunteer – NSPCA Wicklow (Rathdrum)
  19. Youth Support Worker – Crosscare, Bray Youth Services (Bray, Kilcoole, Newtownmountkennedy, Rathnew)
  20. Volunteer Board Member – South Western Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force (Kildare)
  21. Volunteer Company Secretary – South Western Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force (Kildare)
  22. St Patrick’s Festival Dublin Volunteering, 14th-17th March 2026 – Dublin City
  23. Workshop Facilitator –  Alternatives to Violence Project (Nationwide)
  24. Youth and Parent Mentors needed across Dublin – Le Cheile (Across Dublin)
  25. Volunteer Board Member – Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Outreach Project Ltd
  26. Volunteer Research Participant – Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience
  27. HUGG Champion – HUGG – Healing Untold Grief Groups CLG (Nationwide)
  28. HUGG Active Listeners – HUGG – Healing Untold Grief Groups CLG (Nationwide)
  29. Friendly Phone Caller Volunteer – Friends of the Elderly Ireland
  30. Volunteer roles with Special Olympics Ireland:
  31. Safety Officer – Accommodation Venues – UCD – Summer Games 2026
  32. Safety Officer – Accommodation Venues – Maynooth University – Summer Games 2026
  33. Safety Officer – Competition Venues – Summer Games 2026
  34. Sound Production Planner – Summer Games 2026
  35. Transport Planner – Summer Games 2026
  36. Logistics & Warehouse Planner – Summer Games 2026
  37. Spectator Services Manager – Summer Games 2026
  38. IT Support – Competition Venues – Summer Games 2026
  39. Logistics Coordinator –Summer Games 2026
  40. Lunch Services Coordinator –Summer Games 2026
  41. Sound Production Coordinator –Summer Games 2026

It’s International Volunteer Year, and we want to understand how you experience volunteering in 2026.  We want to ensure that the work we do is guided by real-life experience and addresses the needs of volunteers in our communities. To do that, we need your help!

We have put together a short survey which should take less than three minutes to complete. We would really appreciate it if you could share your experience with us – all responses are anonymous.

The survey closes on Sunday, 15 March 2026.

 

Join the Wicklow Community Volunteers Team! 

Joining our Community Volunteers Team allows you to volunteer locally in a flexible way that suits your schedule. At the same time, you will be helping local community groups and causes that you care about.   The team of volunteers is managed and supported at events by a staff member from the Wicklow Volunteer Centre .

As a Community Volunteer, there will be a variety of roles that you can take part in.  Some will suit those who are comfortable being outdoors and on their feet.  Once you are signed up, we will share different volunteer opportunities with you. These roles are specifically styled for the Community Volunteer Team. 

Volunteers just need to be enthusiastic, reliable, and able to volunteer within a diverse team.  Often, you will need to be comfortable dealing with new people and relating to the public in a positive and friendly way.

Check out our upcoming Community Volunteer Events in 2026.  If you register with us as a Community Volunteer, you can join in, help out, and have fun at any of the events listed at the link below.  You can pick and choose the events that interest you and suit your schedule, and become part of our Community Volunteer Team.

Click on the link below to see what is planned, so far, for 2026:

Not yet registered as a Community Volunteer?  Select this link to read about a new role: Easter event Volunteer 2026 – Lakers Social & Recreational Club (Bray) 5th &/or 6th April & contact Olena @ 085 755 7931

Already registered as a Community Volunteer?  You can sign up for your shift at this link: Easter event Volunteer 2026 – Lakers Social & Recreational Club (Bray) 5th &/or 6th April

 and contact Olena @ 085 755 7931 to learn more.

Volunteer From Home

Volunteering is a great way to connect with one another & the causes we care about.

#VolunteerFromHome in this section, we highlight some great opportunities where you can volunteer from home.

International Research – Irish Organisations – Ireland Reaching Out

Social Media Volunteer – Post Natal Depression Ireland

Fundraising Coordinator – Milo’s Mission

Treasurer – Lith Rebately

Card Makers 2026 – Paddys Day / Easter/Birthday/ Get Well/ Christmas – Carlow Volunteer Centre

Social Media Volunteer – West Wicklow Cancer Support Group

Translator – Pathways Inclusive Services

Card Makers 2026 – Paddys Day / Easter/Birthday/ Get Well/ Christmas – Carlow Volunteer Centre

Social Media Volunteer – West Wicklow Cancer Support Group

Volunteer Abroad

Thinking about volunteering overseas?
If you’re considering international volunteering, a great place to start is with Comhlámh.

To begin your journey, visit the dedicated international volunteering pages on the Comhlámh website, where you’ll find resources, guidance, and opportunities aligned with values-led and sustainable practices.  Search for roles here.

Your Volunteer Profile

Did you know that you can access your Volunteer Profile?  Just sign in to I-VOL using the email address you registered with & you will be able to access & edit your profile.

Sign In Here

 

🎁 Got Gift Sets you won’t use?  Maybe there are products in those sets that just aren’t your style? Don’t let them go to waste!

Drop them off at:
📍 Wicklow Volunteer Centre, Unit 2, Carlisle House, Adelaide Road, Bray, A98 K2Y3.

✨  We’ll make sure they find a good home and someone who needs them!

Meet The Team:  Left to right: Yvonne Ryan, Kateryna Pusieva, Storm Pyper, Olena Geleveria & Fiona Downes
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