Every volunteer at The Wave Project is instrumental in helping to improve the lives of children and young people.
At The Wave Project, our volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission. As a volunteer, you’ll play an instrumental role in improving the lives of children and young people. Join our passionate, committed team and be part of the change.
Volunteer Opportunities
Surf Mentors
- Work one-on-one with young people, supporting them in their surfing journey
- Provide mentorship, encouragement, and a listening ear
- Share your love of the ocean and surfing
Administrative Volunteers (Newquay/Remote)
- Contribute behind the scenes at our HQ
- Assist with tasks like answering phones, database management, and fundraising support
- Help ensure our donors feel valued and our operations run smoothly
Retail Volunteers (Newquay)
- Work in our unique charity shop, selling surfboards, wetsuits, and more
- Connect with customers and supporters
- Gain retail experience or reenter the workforce
Fundraising Volunteers
- Get involved in a variety of fundraising activities
- Help run stalls at festivals, collect donations, and attend events
- Use your network and skills to support our fundraising efforts
Marketing Volunteers
- Support a variety of marketing and communication activities for online and in-person promotion
- Help capture content, write copy and support storytelling opportunities
Speaker Volunteers
- Find potential speaker opportunities
- Spead awareness for the work The Wave Project do
- Present to a variety of community groups and encourage future fundraising opportunities
No Prior Experience Necessary
We provide comprehensive training, so you don’t need any previous experience to join our team. All you need is a passion for improving the lives of children and young people.
Join the Wave Project Family
Our volunteers are the backbone of our charity. Together, we can create lasting change and make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve. Sign up today and become part of our vibrant, dedicated community.
We are incredibly proud and grateful to have such a talented, passionate and committed group of people as our volunteers. They generously give us their skills, knowledge and time and are vital members of The Wave Project family. Last year alone our volunteers gave up 37,000 hours to help change lives.
At The Wave Project, we take our Safeguarding responsibilities seriously. All our volunteers and staff team work hard to ensure that everybody who comes into contact with The Wave Project is safe. Before applying for any of our jobs, please have a look through our Safeguarding Policy, especially our code of conduct, to ensure you are the right fit for our organisation.
Some young people may wish to volunteer to support The Wave Project. This is permitted for volunteers over the age of 14 who have previously completed a course of Surf Therapy. All other volunteers must be aged 18 or over.
