Knit For Premature Babies

Bonnie Babies

Can you knit, crochet or sew? Then find out how you can volunteer to help premature babies and their parents.

'Bonnie Babies' makes and sends tiny premature clothes, blankets and sadly burial outfits to UK special baby care units, and also to parents who need their support.

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Speak To Future Generations

Growing Ambitions

Volunteer to speak to local children for half an hour about what your job is really like, and inspire the next generation.

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Knit A Hat For A Sailor

Knitters should get their needles at the ready, as the Sailors' Society launches its annual Woolly Hat campaign.

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Lend Puss A Paw

Do you have some time or a skill that you could volunteer to help cats in need?

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Adopting The River Thames

Michael Wale finds the community coming to the rescue of the Thames

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Volunteer In Suffolk's Community Music Project

A Suffolk charity launches an initiative to promote bonding between young and old in local communities.

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Lend A Paw For Greyhounds

Volunteering can benefit dogs and you.

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Reluctant Retirees

Rather than relaxing into retirement many over 55s want to work with friends, volunteer, learn or enjoy life's luxuries.

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Great Green Leap Day

Man leaning on brick building.

Put February's extra day to good use by reducing your environmental footprint.

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