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Good Intentions, Broken Model: Why Volunteering in London Isn't Working for Modern Londoners

Explore why traditional volunteering models may no longer fit modern London lifestyles and how Travel Hands is adapting.

Turning Movement Into Good: Why Students Are Needed Now More Than Ever to Volunteer in London

Discover how students can volunteer in London with Travel Hands, support visually impaired people, gain skills, and make real impact through safe guided journeys.

Volunteering in London: 5 Meaningful Ways to Make an Impact in 2026

Looking to volunteer in London in 2026? Discover 5 powerful ways to give back, from helping visually impaired people with Travel Hands to supporting food banks and nature projects.

Make a Lasting Impact in the Lives of Others with Travel Hands

Learn how volunteering with Travel Hands helps visually impaired people travel independently while making a meaningful difference.

Why Should You Volunteer With Travel Hands

VIP, around London specifically, require companions to assist them in their journeys – with a wide variation of trips including but not limited to: medical appointments, going shopping and games of bowling. However, we have struggled to successfully find volunteers willing to accompany the VIP in certain areas of London.

Volunteers' Week 2021: Gratitude from Travel Hands

1 June 2021 to 7 June 2021 is national volunteers’ week in the UK and we would love to use this opportunity to thank our volunteers from VIP World Services and Travel Hands. Your contributions have been an important part of building our business and you are always a big part of our VIP World community. So, a big THANK YOU to all our volunteers.