Volunteer Centre Fenland (VCF) supports and promotes volunteering across Fenland, helping individuals, community groups, and organisations connect and thrive through meaningful volunteer opportunities.
Whether you’re looking to give back, build confidence, learn new skills, or meet like-minded people, VCF can help you find the right placement. Volunteering is a great way to boost wellbeing—it helps you connect with others, develop new interests, and make a positive impact in your community.
- Free support for individuals seeking volunteer placements.
- Professional recruitment service with one-to-one profiling to match you with suitable opportunities.
- Support with CV building and identifying transferable skills.
- Opportunities available for all ages, interests, and levels of experience.
- Professionals can refer people to VCF.
- Training for organisations to support volunteers and work towards becoming an accredited 5 Star Organisation (fees may apply).
VCF is the official administrator for the national volunteering website DO IT for Fenland, including Chatteris, March, Whittlesey, and Wisbech. They also run community projects and support local initiatives such as the Fenland Writers Co-operative.
How to get involved:
- Contact VCF directly by phone or email.
- Complete a form via email to discuss your interests and support needs.
- Conversations can be arranged to help you find the best placement and build your confidence.
Cost: Free for individuals seeking volunteer placements. Some services for organisations may incur fees—contact VCF for details.
Location: Available throughout Fenland District, with activities and support accessible in Chatteris, March, Whittlesey, and Wisbech. Erbie, the lead, is often based at the Queen Mary Centre in Wisbech.