Give and gain by volunteering

Active Student is the university’s award-winning volunteering service. It can provide you with volunteering placements in the local community that are rewarding, safe and supported. Find out how you can register as a volunteer.

The Springboard Grants Programme

volunteer-home1.jpgThis funding programme offers grants to current students and staff  to support unique activities that will enhance the student and staff experience...

What organisations can I work with?

contentbox-question-orange.gifWe have volunteer opportunities with a wide range of community, voluntary, public sector and not-for-profit organisations in and around Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings.

Why volunteer?

hyde-plus2.jpgThere's more to volunteering than just the feel-good factor. Find out how volunteering will help you as well as helping others in your community.

How much time does it take?

contentbox-question-orange.gifHow much you volunteer depends on you. We have one-off opportunities lasting a few hours, or longer opportunities that require up to a year-long commitment.

contentbox-quote-orange.gif“We look at volunteering very favourably. Volunteering demonstrates motivation beyond salary – it shows a person can stick to something and be committed.” 

Duncan Forbes,
Asda’s Graduate Recruitment Manager