Volunteer with us

Volunteering is fundamental to Fife Gingerbread and many of our volunteers have lived experience of support, which gives them an insight which they can use to understand and relate.

Volunteers support us for a variety of reasons including gaining relevant skills and experience, giving something back to their community, reducing isolation and gaining new friendships within our volunteer community.

We have a two-pronged approach –to enhance the work we do to support our Fife Gingerbread parents and their families and to support and develop our volunteers to progress in their individual direction.

Who will we support?

• Volunteers to progress and develop personally and professionally, which in turn enhances the quality of life for Fife Gingerbread families

• Volunteers across Fife

• Offer opportunities and experiences through volunteering activity such as:

1. Buddy Support to help parents on a 1-1 basis who face barriers such as isolation, poor mental health

2. Project Volunteering to support the groupwork we facilitate

3. Fundraising and promoting the organisation in a variety of environments

4. Work experience – in our FG office to share and develop skills and experience

What will we do?

• Provide opportunities to gain confidence - We can help you gain confidence by giving you the chance to try something new and build a real sense of achievement.

• Make a Difference - Volunteering can have a real and valuable positive affect on people, communities and society in general.

• Meet new People - Volunteering can help you meet different kinds of people and make new friends.

• Be Part of a Community - You can feel part of something new outside your personal network and give you the opportunity to give something back.

• Training and development – Volunteering can help you learn new skills, gain experience and sometimes qualifications to support progression in your life journey.

• Take on a Challenge - Through volunteering you can challenge yourself to try something different, achieve personal goals, practice using your skills and discover hidden talents.

• Have Fun - Our volunteers have a great time, regardless of why they do it.