Across 2025/2026:
- 18% of people aged 16+ engaged with formal volunteering at least once a month in the last 12 months.
- 25% of people aged 16+ engaged with informal volunteering at least once a month in the last 12 months.
- 46% have volunteered informally over the last 12 months, such as shopping; cleaning; transporting; voluntary childcare; and writing letters, for neighbours or friends who would otherwise not be able to do so.
- 55% of those aged 16-24 volunteered at least once across the last 12 months
- 23% of Rushmoor residents volunteered formally at least monthly, and 21% informally
In 2025, 151 Rushmoor residents started volunteering just through our website www.volunteernorthhants.org – that’s almost 3 new volunteers a week!
It’s clear to see why so many people choose to volunteer – volunteering changes lives, for those who volunteer and for those who benefit from the service.
- Volunteering helps counteract the effects of stress, depression and anxiety, as well as helping you stay physically healthy.
- 84% said volunteering gives you confidence
- 77% said volunteering reduces isolation
Do you know a volunteer worthy of recognition?
Nominations open 9th September – 20th October – submit your nomination here.
Statistics from GOV.uk and NCVO.
