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4,800+
volunteers across 500+ UK events
£96K+
raised through 150+ volunteer-led events
£370K+
raised by 1,900+ online fundraisers
22,000+
volunteer hours donated
4
interns offered staff positions
Today, our work spans the globe — and it all started with people just like you. As a Human Appeal volunteer, you're not just giving your time. You're spreading hope, creating unforgettable memories, and becoming part of something extraordinary.
Whether you're uplifting lives through our award-winning Wrap Up Campaign, sharing laughter at our Muslim Comedy Tour, or lending a hand in your local community — wherever your passion lies, there's a role for you.
We'd love for you to be part of our incredible legacy.
Founded
Manchester, 1991 — by two volunteers
Today
Global reach across multiple continents
Active volunteers
4,000+ people making a difference
Annual Purple Legacy Awards
Celebrating the heart of our community
1. No experience needed
Apply online
2. Fast & friendly
Complete your induction
3. Start immediately
Start this weekend
Every passion has a place. Pick the role that fits your life — not the other way round.
Connect & belong
Grow with confidence
Lead the way
Make a real impact
Be you, Be inspired
Get recognised
Join a community of 4,000+ active volunteers making a difference.
At Human Appeal, we believe that every act of kindness has the power to change a life — and every human can be part of that change. Whether you’re hosting an event in your local community or raising awareness online, your passion can bring hope, dignity, and opportunity where it’s needed most.
Stand shoulder to shoulder with people who care as deeply as you do. Organise bucket collections, car washes, Iftars, sports tournaments — or create something unique to your community. Every smile, every handshake, every pound raised is a step towards a kinder, fairer world.
raised through community events in 2025.
No matter where you are or how busy life gets, you can still touch hearts and change lives. On our fundraising platforms you can share our mission through your social networks and help provide life-changing support to those who need it most. You’ll be joining a growing community of fundraisers who helped raise over £370,000 in 2025, showing just how powerful online fundraising can be. We’ll be with you every step of the way — guiding, encouraging, and celebrating alongside you. This is your chance to stand for humanity — to help change lives, restore hope, and transform futures.
You've built real skills, led teams, and changed lives. Now share that experience with the next generation of changemakers — and keep growing yourself.
We're looking for experienced volunteers, team leaders, and community leaders to deliver webinars as part of our new series. Whether it's fundraising tactics, leading a team, or your own journey — your story matters.
Deliver a webinar
Reach emerging volunteers
Build your profile
Every year, the Purple Legacy Awards celebrate our top volunteers. Past winners have raised thousands, led dozens of events, and inspired entire communities. Could you be next?
Best Newcomer Award: Muhammad Imran Murtaza
Regional Winner London & South: Ali Khalid
Regional Winner North: Gundo Cissokho
Best Volunteer Led Event & Top Fundraiser North & Scotland: Sana Pervaiz
Top Fundraiser London & South: Nadia Chabah
Regional Winner Midlands & Top UK Team Leader: Aman Akthar
Top Fundraiser Midlands & Wales: Zineb Laaroussi
Best Staff Volunteer: Amer Shabir
Top Region Award: North & Scotland
CEO Lifetime Achievement Award & Regional Winner Scotland: Sulayman Farooqi
No. We welcome people from all walks of life, with all kinds of skills and experiences, to join our volunteer family.
To attend events, you must be at least 16 years old. But you can fundraise online at any age.
Yes. We’re happy to provide a reference once you’ve volunteered for 20 hours or raised £250.
Aside from internships (usually three to six months), there’s no minimum requirement unless stated. Our opportunities are flexible — you choose how much time to give. If you haven’t volunteered within 12 months of registering, we’ll contact you to see if you still want to be involved.
Once you register, we’ll contact you via email and WhatsApp. You’ll be asked to provide a reference and complete a short induction. Then you’ll be added to your local WhatsApp group where we post upcoming opportunities — and you’ll be ready to volunteer!
Yes. We reimburse all reasonable travel expenses to ensure there are no barriers to volunteering. For daytime events, please use public transport. After Maghrib (sunset), we’ll cover reasonable Uber fares with staff approval. If you drive, we’ll reimburse mileage and encourage car sharing. Always check with your local Volunteer Officer before travelling to ensure costs are reasonable. Send all expense claims to volunteers@humanappeal.org.uk.
If you volunteer for five hours or more, we’ll provide you with a complimentary meal or snack.
You can contact your regional Volunteer Officer or email volunteers@humanappeal.org.uk. For safeguarding concerns or confidential advice, email speakout@humanappeal.org.uk.
We also run volunteer programmes in the USA, Canada, and France (subject to change). Always check with our Volunteers Department to confirm availability in your country. While UK immigration rules allow applications for a “volunteer’s visa” for full-time voluntary work, we currently cannot sponsor or invite applicants under this scheme.
Asylum seeker: If you have refugee status or exceptional leave to remain in the UK — and your own accommodation — you can volunteer.
Student visa: Most student visas allow the ‘right to work’ in the UK. Tier 4 visas limit work to a maximum of 20 hours per week.
A criminal record: Many convictions won’t stop you from volunteering, but you must declare any unspent or pending convictions. These will be reviewed by our Volunteer Manager.
No work permit: Without a valid UK work permit, you cannot legally volunteer.
Useful volunteering resources
Essential information about volunteering with Human Appeal — from your first day through to making a lasting impact. Whatever your background, this is your guide.
Everything you need to know about leading a volunteer team — how to organise, motivate, and support the people around you to deliver extraordinary results.
Essential information about interning with Human Appeal — from your first day through to building real skills and making a lasting impact. Whatever your ambitions, this is your guide.
The framework for Human Appeal's Volunteer Programme worldwide — covering the processes and values that ensure every volunteer has a valued, meaningful experience.
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