Youth Volunteering

We are dedicated to supporting young volunteers in the borough of Merton.

How We Can Help

It can be difficult to find opportunities for young people under 18 owing to the nature of the roles and the experience and skills needed to carry these out. We have made it a priority to support young people in Merton to ensure they can give their time to their community, no matter what their age. 

Volunteering is a fantastic way to make new friends, start something new or gain experience for your future career. 

Don't be afraid to get in touch and have a chat with our volunteering team. We are working closely with local organisations to provide volunteering roles for under-18s and the perfect opportunity could be out there waiting for you! 



Kwesi Agyei- Benhene. Studying BA (Hons) Accounting, Finance & Economics. Volunteer Fundraiser Crohn’s and Colitis UK.

"Volunteering has allowed me to give back. I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease during my first year at university. The charity Crohn’s and Colitis UK gave me a lot of support and I wanted to say thank you by giving something back. I have fun raised for the charity by taking on a number of sporting challenges, including sky drives and marathons."

EJ. Studying Public Health. Outreach Support Volunteer. Healthwatch Merton

"I am privileged to say as one of the first young student volunteers with Healthwatch Merton, I felt valued, respected, supported, and treated with equality. Personally, I was influenced to empower the community health and social care need and wanted to make sure their voices are heard by doing the volunteering."

Rebecca Afriyie. Law Student. Volunteer Athletic coach Athletics 4 All

"Volunteering has allowed me to develop my coaching skills whilst also giving back to my community. I am a passionate athlete and volunteering has allowed me to share my passion whilst supporting me to gain my coaching qualifications."

Arthur Heritage. GCSE Student. Volunteer Urban Ranger National Trust, Morden Hall Park.

"Volunteering has enabled me to be outside with nature and to follow my passion. I love getting stuck in. It also gives me something to do on a Sunday morning!"

Renee Whyte. Health & Social Care Student. Volunteer Peer Ambassador, Ashdon Jazz Academy.

"Volunteering has been very positive for me - it's helped me become more confident and comfortable in talking to people and helped me build relationships with some good people who have turned into my 'sisters'. It's opened up lots of opportunities including presenting at a Mayor of London Youth Summit."

Register Today


Why not join the Merton volunteer community today? We have volunteering opportunities to suit everyone.

Click the box below, register with us, and begin to search through hundreds of exciting opportunities. The best way is to search our online database and use the advanced search option to include your age range.

Become a volunteer