Volunteer Opportunities
Fresh Start
Description
Fresh Start has been supporting people as they move on from homelessness into unfurnished tenancies across the city of Edinburgh for over 20 years. We focus not only on homelessness prevention, but the period following temporary accommodation or rough sleeping where tenancy is gained in order to tackle the cycle of repeat homelessness.
We have various services; the 'Starter Packs' that provide essential household goods to people moving on from homelessness, 'Hit Squads' who paint and decorate tenancies to make them welcoming and homely, as well as community cooking, gardening and supported volunteering initiatives that operate from our premises in Northwest Edinburgh, in an area of multiple deprivation. Additionally, this location hosts our food Pantry which offers a more dignified alternative to foodbank use. Typically, our service-users survive on low incomes, have limited support networks, and lack the confidence to develop networks in their communities, which is why the services are vital.
It’s a very worthwhile day, giving volunteers the chance to make a huge difference to the life of individuals and families across Edinburgh. The aim of our volunteer opportunities is to enable clients to financially sustain their tenancies as opposed to going without or going into debt while trying to furnish their home.
Volunteer Opportunities
Painting Home Hit Squads
Warehouse Team
Gardening Team
Cooking Team
If you would like to volunteer your time or have any questions, please let us know.