Giving some time to be a Samaritan means being there for people who desperately need someone. And that really matters.
Right now we need volunteers more than ever. Find out how you can help.
Ways you can help Samaritans
Be there for people who need someone
As a listening volunteer you’ll answer calls and messages from people who really need someone to talk to. You’ll be based in one of 201 branches in the UK and Ireland.
Does this sound like you?
You're interested in listening to people going through a tough time
You're open-minded and non judgemental
You're able to listen without telling people what to do
There are lots of things you could do to support us – marketing our services, fundraising, organising events, providing IT support or helping out in one of our shops. It all depends what you want to do and what you’re good at.
I've learned so much about life and people. It's humbling and rewarding to be able to help in some small way by being there for people who need us.
Lynsey - Volunteer
What you get out of being a volunteer
You’ll learn valuable new skills, make new friendships, and be part of an amazing group of people. But above all you’ll have the incredible satisfaction of knowing you’re helping people who are in despair.
The kind of people we’re looking for
We’re just looking for people who want to help others, are tolerant and open-minded. You don’t have to have gone through particular life experiences or be a special kind of person. Everyone over 18 is welcome.
