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Free in-depth evaluation for volunteer programmes

Published : 24/09/26 | Categories: Information & support | Volunteering |

Our Helpforce Cymru project is offering organisations in Wales free expert support to measure and demonstrate the impact of their volunteering programme, apply now!

Do you run a volunteering programme in Wales that supports health, wellbeing or social care outcomes?

Helpforce Cymru Volunteering Outcomes Evaluation is a new pilot opportunity for voluntary and public sector organisations in Wales.

Successful applicants will receive six months of free expert support from Helpforce to better understand, measure and demonstrate the difference their volunteers make.

WHY TAKE PART?

By the end of the programme, successful applicants will have:

  • A clearer understanding of the difference volunteers make
  • Robust evidence of impact to share with funders, partners and stakeholders
  • Insights to help strengthen and develop their volunteering programme

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Over six months, Helpforce will work alongside you to help understand, evidence, and strengthen the impact of your volunteering programme.

Successful applicants will receive:

  • Free expert support from evaluation specialists
  • Practical tools to gather evidence and feedback
  • Analysis and insights into volunteer impact
  • A report summarising the evaluation findings and a case study
  • Evidence to support future planning, service development and funding applications
  • Opportunities to learn from and share good practice

WHO CAN APPLY?

This opportunity is open to public and voluntary sector organisations in Wales whose volunteering programme:

  • Has been operating for at least 12 months
  • Supports people aged 18 and over
  • Focuses on improving health, wellbeing and/or social care outcomes
  • Demonstrates a commitment to learning and using evidence
  • Normally involves at least 20 active volunteers*

INFORMATION SESSIONS

Online information sessions will take place in October. Find out more on our volunteering outcomes evaluation 2026 page.

FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY

For more information including application guidance please visit our volunteering outcomes evaluation 2026 page.

Applications open on 28 September 2026 and close on 19 October 2026.

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