For Volunteers
Volunteer
with us
Help support young people’s well-being by volunteering your time across Base 51’s services. Make a positive change to the young people in our society through the activities and projects we run.
You Can Make a Difference
We couldn’t do what we do without volunteers, and we aim to support and enrich each volunteer with their own personal journey.
Some of our success stories include our volunteers progressing onto paid roles within Base 51’s detached youth work team.
Base 51 also hosts a fantastic recognition event, celebrating the dedication and hard work of its volunteers, ensuring their contributions are acknowledged and appreciated by the wider team.
The Base 51 volunteering programme is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
James’ Story
“I couldn’t have asked for a better charity to volunteer for than Base 51, nor a better group of staff to volunteer with than those that work here. They have been so incredibly supportive and collaborative at every turn. Base 51 is full of passionate, knowledgeable, talented, and interesting people to work with, and I have been able to learn so much about youth work and the administration of a charity from volunteering alongside them.
I can honestly say that, even as a volunteer rather than a service user, being a part of this organisation has changed the course of my life for the better. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have now joined their team as a member of staff, and I look forward to working with them for a long time to come.”
Through our Volunteering programme, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund we were able to offer James mentoring, training, hands on experience and 121 support to build his confidence, learn brand new skills and develop his passions.
JOIN US
Youth club sessions and OutBurst LGBTQIA+ sessions
Get experience of working with young people. We provide training required.
Outreach and fundraising events
For example: The Big Day Out or Colour Run to wider events like Nottingham Pride or the Robin Hood Marathon.
Various administrative, fundraising and marketing roles.
We are keen to hear from marketing students who may be able to help create content that engages young people on our socials.
For counselling students
We offer placements in our counselling service to gain hands on experience in counselling settings.
Contact us today to get involved
“If someone was thinking about coming to Base 51, I’d say that it is a safe space for everyone where you can come and be yourself without the fear of being judged. It’s also a place where tons of support is available.”
If you know someone in crisis and they need immediate support, please contact the organisations below:
Papyrus
Suicide Helpline
CALM
Suicide Helpline
Samaritans
Suicide Helpline
UPCOMING EVENTS
We have a range of events throughout the year, from a Colour Run to Networking events. Find out more about our upcoming events here
For Female+ Success
March 12, 2026
Nelsons Solicitors, Pennine House, 8 Stanford St, Nottingham NG1 7BQ
The Big Track for Base 51 2026
May 14, 2026
Nottingham Train Station, Taxi Rank. Queen’s Road, Nottingham.
OUR SUPPORTERS AND FUNDERS
Young people are the future workforce of a city, so businesses should invest in ensuring that they get the support they need as they are growing up – helping create a happy, healthy and inspired community.
Do you work in a business that has a charity of the year? Or raises funds for charity? Put Base 51 forward!
We’re always open to having volunteers at Base 51!
Find out how you can make a difference by fundraising for Base 51.
Donations make all the difference, and we can’t do it without your support.