Volunteering in Scotland

Volunteering news

There have been many exciting developments in the programmes which are offering in the region, which means that more than ever we'll be relying on the support of those dedicated volunteers who work directly with young people.


Latest news

  • Earlier this year, The Prince's Trust embarked on an exciting new venture with youth charity Fairbridge. This brings Fairbridge's outstanding work with young people to Trust to become a core part of our programmes.
  • The Scotland Celebrate Success Awards 2011 took place on 22nd November. Read about each of the finalists.
  • The Ambassador’s Ball, the newest addition to the Prince’s Trust’s event portfolio, raised a staggering £90,000 for the youth charity at a glittering event at Glasgow’s Grand Central Hotel last month.
  • The Fairbridge programme in Scotland, now part of The Prince’s Trust, is one of twelve charities in Scotland which have been selected to bid for an award of £50,000.
  • Twelve budding young chefs recently had the chance to put their skills to the ultimate test – cooking for twice Michelin starred chef Martin Wishart and eleven of his staff.
  • Fairbridge’s training ship, Spirit of Fairbridge, took part in this summer’s Tall Ships races – sailing from Southampton to Ireland and then racing on to Greenock.

Volunteering vacancies in your region:

For more information on these roles or to request an application pack please email us

  • Assessing the needs of young people applying for our grants. Positions available in North Ayrshire, East Lothian, South Lanarkshire and North Lanarkshire. Please contact Fiona.Ligertwood@princes-trust.org.uk
  • As a mentor you'll encourage and assist a young person to plan and take steps towards achieving their personal goals. Vacancies are open in Glasgow.
  • When a young person is just starting in business, guidance and encouragement from a mentor is key. Vacancies are open in Glasgow.
  • The Explore Enterprise programme offers unemployed 18 to 25-year-olds support to establish a business. Vacancies are open in Glasgow.

Events in your region:

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