Your Volunteering Journey
Step in. Give back. Transform your journey.
At JMSU, volunteering is more than just spare time. It is an opportunity to grow, to connect, and to create lasting change. Whether you are supporting local communities, helping fellow students, or building skills for your future, every hour you give makes a difference. This is where your journey begins, where you discover your potential, make an impact, and shape the experience you will carry beyond university. Volunteering does not just change the lives of others, it changes yours too.
Our Charity Partners
Meningitis Now
Zero Fashion CIC
National Literacy Trust
Recreational Wardrobe CIC
LGBT Foundation
Disabled Living / Kidz to Adultz North
Nugent
Triple C Liverpool
L'Arche Liverpool
Cats Protection
Ability Net
The Bronte Youth and Community Centre
Liverpool Walton Salvation Army Community Centre
Marine Conservation Society
Citizens Advice Liverpool
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Trust
Heswall Disabled Children's Holiday Fund
Merseyside Dementia Friendly Radio
Childline (NSPCC)
Conquer Life / VIBE Youth Services
Accelerator Research Clinic
Think Pacific
Smithdown in Bloom
Medaille Trust
St John Ambulance Merseyside
Savera UK Youth Collective
No Panic
Imagine Independence
Liverpool Greek School of St Nicholas
IntoUniversity
Marine Society and Sea Cadets
LCR Pride Foundation
Liverpool Irish Festival
Child Bereavement UK
National Museums Liverpool – Youth Engagement Forum
Wirral Bikeathon
DKMS UK
NSPCC
HYPE Merseyside
Wirral Ways
Tom's Trust
Savera UK
The OddBalls Foundation
Liverpool Seafarers Centre
Girlguiding North West England
ARC
Kensington Fields Community Centre
The CELLS Project
Mary Seacole House
The Salvation Army – Anti-Trafficking & Modern Slavery
Koala North West
Mencap Liverpool and Sefton
Writing on the Wall
Museum of Liverpool
Wirral Change
Marie Curie
Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Plaza Community Cinema
Macmillan Buddy Service
Wirral Hospice St John's
Foundation Years Trust
Friends of Birkenhead Park
Nepacs
The Hive Wirral Youth Zone
Age Concern Liverpool and Sefton
Wirral Mencap
Guide Dogs for the Blind Association
Open Door Charity
Oxfam GB
St Joseph's Hospice
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Read Easy Merseyside
Everton in the Community
WEB Merseyside
The Whitechapel Centre
Mary's Meals
Anthony Walker Foundation
North West Air Ambulance Charity
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Volunteer Centre Sefton
Action Tutoring
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Liverpool School Of Tropical Medicine
PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide
Guide Dogs
Love and Joy Ministries Ltd
Stick 'n' Step
Be Free Campaign
Merseyside Offender Mentoring Project
FareShare Merseyside
Canal & River Trust
Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Ykids
Liverpool Cares
Claire House Children's Hospice
Caudwell Children
The Brain Charity
LFC Foundation
RIVER
Volunteering at JMSU
Volunteering shaped who we are today - and it can do the same for you.
Hi, we’re Hassan, Josh, Lucia and LJ, your JMSU Officer Team. Back when we were students at LJMU, each of us chose to get involved in volunteering – and looking back, it’s one of the best decisions we ever made. It gave us confidence, helped us discover our strengths, and introduced us to people and opportunities that shaped our journeys. Those experiences are a huge part of why we’re here now, representing you as Officers.
Why We Believe in Volunteering
Through volunteering, we learned how to collaborate, lead, and step up when it mattered most. We built skills we never imagined we’d need, but now use every single day in our roles – whether that’s listening to students, campaigning for change, or making big decisions on your behalf. More than anything, volunteering made us feel part of something bigger than ourselves – a community where every contribution counts.
Our Call to You
We’d encourage you to take that first step and get involved. No matter how much time you can give, you’ll grow, you’ll make a difference, and you’ll create memories that will stay with you long after your degree. Trust us – it’s worth it.
If you’re not sure where to begin, don’t worry. Just scroll down and you’ll find an easy step-by-step guide to help you get started.
Why Volunteer?
Stand Out to Employers
Employers value volunteering on a CV, with research showing candidates receive 45% more interview callbacks (ResearchGate).
Develop Essential Skills
Leaders, communicators, decision makers — graduate employers seek these qualities, and volunteering helps build them (Institute for Employment Studies).
Boost Confidence & Wellbeing
Volunteering nurtures personal growth and purpose and helps you network, reflect, and thrive.
How To Register
Step 1: Create Your Profile
Start your journey by setting up your volunteer profile.
Step 2: Read the Code of Conduct
Find out what’s expected of you and how we’ll support you along the way.
Step 3: Apply for an Opportunity
Explore opportunities that match your interests and make your application.
Step 4: Log Your Hours
Keep track of your impact and record your skills and experience for your CV.
What Happens Next?
Once you apply, you’ll hear from us within 7 days to begin the recruitment process. As soon as you start volunteering, remember to log your hours and keep your profile updated so you can access the Honour & Spotlight you deserve.
If you ever get stuck or need help, just get in touch and we’ll support you every step of the way.
