We feel it’s important to keep in mind that, although the work our volunteers carry out abroad is very worthwhile, volunteering can be just as rewarding when it’s carried out closer to home.

We ask that each volunteer carries out at least two Edinburgh Links projects, but don’t worry, it’s not as intimidating as it sounds! It only takes up one weekend from the whole year and if you feel like you want to do more than one (as is the case with many volunteers), there are plenty of opportunities set up by our Edinburgh Links Officer throughout the year. We understand that as a volunteer fundraising can be quite full on but doing an Edinburgh Links project as a team is great for bonding!
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Edinburgh Links projects allow one to pursue a range of interests. For those interested in environmental and ecological issues we arrange opportunitites to work with the Edinburgh Conservation Rangers to help clear the river of vegetation, as well as the Lothian Conservation Rangers to build a path in Beecraigs Country Park. For those interested in in the care of the elderly, we volunteer at several tea parties with the elderly with Bethany Christian Trust. For those interested in medical issues, we work alongside Autism Initiatives’ to help run their Golf Day and provide opportunities for volunteers to visit long term patients at hospitals.

There is a wide range of opportunities available, volunteering will not only improve the community, but will additionally provide and enriching experience and allow you to further bond with your team!

Previous Edinburgh Links Projects

Volunteering with Bethany Christian Trust (BCT)

BCT supports people who are homeless to get their life back on track. Our volunteers participated in an awareness and fundraising event for the charity.

Volunteering with Fareshare

Fareshare minimises food waste, delivering spare food donated by supermarket chain food to care homes, churches, homeless centres around Edinburgh. Our volunteers helped them deliver food around the city.