With National Volunteers Week 2020 coming to a close, we wanted to round off the week by celebrating the dedication, care and efforts of volunteers across the city. We want to say the biggest thank you to all the Community Care Volunteers who have rallied together in this time of need and made a massive difference to the lives of vulnerable people in Leeds.

It’s important to remember each and every individual volunteer has a huge impact on the day, life and experience of the people they help. Leeds is blessed to have such community-minded residents who have shown spirit, resilience and generosity.

There are so many people who would like to say thank you, but here are just a few messages from local people who have been supported by the Community Care Volunteer program, who would like to give a shout out to the volunteers who have helped them:

Here’s a thank you card sent to Groundwork, one of the Community Care Volunteer Hubs.

One volunteer supporting BARCA in the Bramley and Stanningley area of Leeds shared the story of Sarah:

As well as those who are supported by Community Care Volunteers, there are so many local councillors and members of staff from Leeds City Council, Voluntary Action Leeds, and the third sector organisations involved in this mammoth effort that would like to say thank you.

Community Hubs across Leeds could not deliver the vital work they are carrying out, without the support of amazing volunteers. We thank you.

Post Written by Rebecca Mott

Project Worker at Voluntary Action Leeds

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