Last weekend saw the Rotherham Show return to Clifton Park and VAR were once again in attendance, hosting organisations from across the VCSE sector in our tent. Two days packed with activities, conversations and handing out merch, we met hundreds of people who engaged with our work and took time to visit our stallholders to find out more about the voluntary sector in Rotherham. Central to the tent this year were a trio of colouring in boards. With the help of many hands, colour brought to...

Every year as part of National Volunteers Week, Voluntary Action Rotherham host a volunteer celebration event. And this year there was a south American twist with a couple of special guests. At yesterday’s celebration event we were joined by volunteers and dignitaries from across Rotherham. It was a chance to hear what volunteering means to people and to celebrate all things volunteering. There was a real buzz throughout the event with people sharing stories and experiences. The stars of the...

VAR were delighted to present South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue with the Rotherham Volunteer Management Award.