Volunteering Hub
Welcome to the LonGBoaT Wakefield Volunteer Portal! Here, you can access information on new and ongoing activities, along with volunteering opportunities. We provide details on training sessions and important contact information to help you stay informed. Stay tuned for updates on our volunteer meetings!
Are you passionate about making a difference? LonGBoaT Wakefield offers meaningful opportunities to support and uplift the LGBT+ community through volunteering and trustee roles.
From running community events like our Hub Drop-ins, Queer Socials, and Trivia Nights, to taking part in creative projects like our Kirkgate Railway Station Adoption, every role helps create a more inclusive Wakefield. Volunteers gain hands-on experience in leadership, event planning, and teamwork—all while building community and connection.
Trustees play a vital part in shaping our strategy and long-term goals. It’s a great opportunity to develop governance and leadership skills while guiding a local charity that makes real impact.
We’re part of Wakefield’s Citizen Coin scheme, so every you attend you give earns you digital coins to spend at local businesses—supporting your community while giving back.
Not sure where to start? Come along to our Volunteer Open Day, held monthly at Wakefield Kirkgate Station. Meet the team, learn about what we do, and get stuck in!
Whether you’re looking to volunteer occasionally or help lead as a trustee, we’d love to have you on board. Together, we can build a safer, kinder, more connected Wakefield.
Current Volunteering Opportunities
Please note that all volunteers must be registered as a volunteer before using the booking portal.
15 days to the eventSun 27 JulCleethorpes
Current Training Opportunities
Please note that all volunteers must be registered as a volunteer before using the booking portal.
70 days to the eventSat 20 SeptWakefield
Volunteering Opportunites Via Citizen Coin
LonGBoaT Charity CIO has teamed up with Citizen Coin to reward and recognize their volunteers. This partnership is expected to bring several benefits to the volunteers of LonGBoaT.
Citizen Coin is an innovative rewards app that acknowledges volunteering efforts by providing digital coins that can be redeemed for discounts at local businesses. This initiative not only incentivizes volunteering but also boosts local commerce by driving traffic to participating businesses. For volunteers, it offers tangible rewards for their contributions, enhancing their engagement and motivation.
The success of Citizen Coin in Bradford has been noteworthy, where it has effectively promoted civic contribution and corporate social responsibility (CSR). Volunteers in Bradford have been rewarded with Citizen Coins for their community efforts, which they could spend at local businesses. This model has been successful in fostering a sense of community and encouraging volunteerism.
Recently launched in the Wakefield district, Citizen Coin aims to replicate this success by creating a supportive ecosystem for volunteers and local businesses alike. The scheme is free to use and accessible to all, ensuring that everyone in the community can participate and benefit. By recognizing and rewarding the valuable contributions of volunteers, Citizen Coin helps to sustain and grow volunteer activities, which are crucial for organizations like LonGBoaT (Sources: Nova Wakefield, Citizen Coin & Wakefield Council).
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Thank you for exploring opportunities with LonGBoaT Wakefield.
Below, you'll find our current vacancies for both paid positions and volunteer roles. Please note that all current roles, including trustees and volunteers, are unpaid. As we do not have any paid staff, we value your interest in contributing to our community. While volunteer applicants typically complete a minimum of 20 hours with us before applying for trustee roles, the board assesses all applications based on individual merit, particularly when specific skills are required. We appreciate your commitment to our community!