Great News: MVA's 2026 Annual Barry Clout Award for Outstanding Contributions to Volunteering is open for nominations now. If you know an award deserving volunteer click her to nominate them online now. Great News: MVA's 2026 Annual Barry Clout Award for Outstanding Contributions to Volunteering is open for nominations now. If you know an award deserving volunteer click her to nominate them online now. →
Volunteering can provide many benefits to your mental and physical wellbeing. It can also help counteract the effects of common issues such as anxiety, stress and depression. In this section you will find information on a range of benefits that you can expect to experience whilst Volunteering.

Everyone who volunteers will have their own personal story about why they volunteer and what they get from the experience. Whether it is simply 'feeling good' from helping out a local cause or helping them to rebuild their confidence and make friends; volunteering can offer a wealth of benefits to any person who gives their time...so give it a go!