Celebrate Islington’s inspiring volunteers at the Voluntary Action Islington AGM and Volunteer of the Year Awards on Wednesday 4 November 2026, from 5.30–8pm at London Metropolitan University. Book your tickets and join us for an evening of recognition, connection and celebration.
VAI News
Looking Back: An Evening of Solidarity, Connection and Community
More than 150 people came together for An Evening of Solidarity, Connection and Community in Islington. We reflect on the evening’s feedback and the ideas shared for building a more inclusive, collaborative and connected borough.
Volunteering Together 4 Health: resources and support
Discover how Volunteering Together 4 Health supports health volunteering across North Central London, and explore free expert guidance and practical resources for organisations involving volunteers.
Giving linen a new home: VAI and Chapter Kings Cross
Voluntary Action Islington partnered with Chapter Kings Cross to give more than 250 unwanted linen items a new home through charities in Islington and nearby areas.
Islington Volunteer of the Year Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open!
Islington Volunteer of the Year Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open! The closing date for nominations is on Thursday 1st October 2026.
Day 4 of Small Charity Week: Spotlight on Two Inspiring Local Charities
Continuing Small Charity Week, we recognise the incredible work small charities, community groups, and grassroots organisations do every day to support local people and strengthen communities.
Day 3 of Small Charity Week: Give Your Organisation a Professional Address
Continuing Small Charity Week, we recognise the incredible work small charities, community groups, and grassroots organisations do every day to support local people and strengthen communities.
Day 2 of Small Charity Week – Funding Resources to Help Your Organisation Thrive
To Celebrate Small Charities Week, VAI is sharing a Funding Booklet and Funding Toolkit, bringing together funding opportunities and practical guidance to help organisations secure the resources they need.
Day 1 of Small Charity Week: Recognising the Power of Small Charities
Today marks the start of Small Charity Week 2026 (22–29 June), a national campaign dedicated to celebrating the incredible contribution that small charities and community organisations make across the UK.
Small Charities Week – 22nd – 29th June 2026
This Small Charity Week (22–29 June), we are proud to be part of a national celebration of the vital role small charities play in communities across the UK.
Volunteers’ Week – 1st June – 7th June 2026
Voluntary Action Islington and Volunteer Centre Islington are proud to celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2026, joining thousands of charities, community groups and voluntary organisations across the UK in recognising the incredible contribution volunteers make every day....
Summer 2026 Volunteering Fair
Join us at our Islington & Camden Summer 2026 Volunteering Fair when we are once again joining forces with our good friends Volunteer Centre Camden at Camden Town Hall, on Thursday 4th June, 12.00-2pm.








