Two in five Brits plan to volunteer this Christmas, but the Royal Voluntary Service warns of a 44% drop in applications come January. Discover unique roles and how to help close the gap all year.
Marika Pogany, 82, a cherished volunteer killed in the Bondi terror attack, is remembered for her decades of quiet kindness and community service. Read her story.
A retired police sergeant was tragically killed while directing traffic at a festive Christmas parade in Cumming, Georgia. Read the full story on the community's loss.
Letty McMaster's one-month volunteering trip turned into a lifetime commitment when she became legal guardian to nine abandoned children. Discover her incredible journey and the charity she built.
An 80-year-old cancer survivor had her car stolen while volunteering at a Portland church. Thieves used her cards, charging $600. A GoFundMe aims to help her recover. Read her story.
Emmanuel Macron unveils a 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, aiming to bolster national defence. Paid €800/month, it starts in 2026. Read the full details.
President Macron announces a new volunteer military service for young French nationals, citing 'accelerating threats' from Russia. The scheme will launch in mid-2026.
The community mourns the sudden loss of Poppy Johnson, an 18-year-old Bangor University student and passionate animal lover. Read the touching tributes.
Shirley Mease, 73, prepares a free community Thanksgiving feast for 700 people in Missouri, responding to food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown.
The future of Matlock's beloved Boxing Day RNLI charity raft race is in jeopardy after marshals faced verbal abuse from spectators. Organisers urgently need volunteers to save the event that has raised over £150,000. Help save this tradition!
Two British volunteer audiologists have been detained in India after allegedly crossing from Nepal without valid visas. Learn the full story and the diplomatic response.
Guide Dogs puppies created a special guard of honour at a Premiership Women's Rugby match in Gloucester. The event highlighted their vital socialisation training and celebrated volunteer efforts.
Discover 8 proven strategies to combat loneliness and build a strong support system in retirement. Boost your wellbeing and find a new sense of purpose today.
Exclusive: The strategic city of El Fasher becomes epicentre of Sudan's brutal conflict as Rapid Support Forces encircle the last Darfur stronghold, with International Criminal Court launching war crimes investigation amid mass displacement and ethnic vio
Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand steps off the ice and onto the bench as volunteer coach for emotional cancer charity hockey game, supporting young fan battling the disease.
A Waitrose community volunteer has been removed from his role after expressing support for far-right activist Tommy Robinson online, sparking debate about free speech and corporate responsibility.
Exclusive: Inquest reveals shocking details about former paratrooper Daniel Burke's death in Ukraine as coroner issues formal warning to Ministry of Defence over volunteer fighters.
Exclusive report from Mauritania's Mbera refugee camp reveals how drastic funding cuts are pushing 140,000 Malian refugees to the brink of survival, with food rations slashed and essential services collapsing.
Supermarket giant Waitrose sparks outrage after dismissing long-serving autistic volunteer to hire paid staff member, raising questions about corporate inclusion policies.
Exclusive: The Samaritans charity faces explosive claims of suppressing dissent and bullying staff over controversial plans to shut down local branches across the UK, threatening its vital mental health support network.
A community mourns as dedicated volunteer firefighter dies after being struck by alleged hit-and-run driver while riding his motorbike, leaving family devastated.
Supermarket giant Waitrose has sparked outrage after dismissing an autistic volunteer from its Cheadle store following complaints about his behaviour, raising serious questions about corporate disability inclusion.
Exclusive: Supermarket giant Waitrose terminates autistic volunteer's position after his family requested he receive payment for years of unpaid shelf-stacking work, sparking disability rights concerns.
Groundbreaking artificial intelligence analysis reveals Gaza and Sudan are on the brink of catastrophic famine, with both regions expected to cross critical hunger thresholds within weeks.
Israel suspends all humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza amid escalating tensions, raising international concerns about the worsening humanitarian situation in the besieged territory.
A lone gunman opened fire at a Wikipedia volunteer conference in New York, sending attendees fleeing for safety as bullets shattered windows in a shocking daylight attack.
Critical humanitarian aid begins flowing into Gaza through Rafah crossing as international mediators secure temporary access amid Israel's siege and escalating civilian crisis.
Despite the recent truce with Israel, life-saving aid struggles to reach desperate civilians in Gaza City amid destroyed infrastructure and security concerns, creating a deepening humanitarian catastrophe.
UN World Food Programme convoys deliver critical humanitarian supplies to Gaza as temporary ceasefire holds, offering hope to devastated civilian population.
Discover how volunteer grape harvesting in France's Rhône region offers an unforgettable cultural experience, free accommodation, and priceless wine education for travel enthusiasts.