At 2wish, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. By sharing your time, skills and compassion, you help make a real difference to the families we support and you become part of our 2wish family.
As a volunteer, you’ll have the chance to:
• Meet like minded people who care deeply about making a difference
• Gain new skills, experiences, and confidence
• Feel a real sense of community, purpose, and achievement
• Have fun supporting us at events, activities, and community days
• Build friendships that last
• And most importantly, help 2wish support families when they need us most
We value every moment you give and offer training and support to ensure you feel confident in your role. No matter how much time you can give, you’re welcome here and we’d love for you to be part of our volunteer community.
Hear firsthand from our volunteers as they share what being part of 2wish truly means to them
Interested in volunteering for 2wish but want some more information? Find our volunteer role packs below.
We are excited to welcome volunteers to our new Volunteer Hub at the 2wish main office in Llantrisant.
The hub provides a dedicated, safe and welcoming space where volunteers can come together to complete their tasks in a calm and supportive environment. Designed with comfort and connection in mind, it offers a place to step away from home, work alongside others and feel part of the wider 2wish community.
This new space reflects our commitment to supporting our volunteers and ensuring they feel valued, supported and proud of the difference they make.
2wish currently provide a team of trained volunteers (Welfare officers) to attend some major running events, to provide support to individual runners and their families in the case of an emergency.
Following the sudden death of two runners at the Cardiff Half Marathon in 2018, the charity was approached by Run4Wales and the idea of Welfare Officers was discussed. These officers, who have received training from us, attend the events representing 2wish and are on hand, placed at event control, to support in the event of an emergency.
Depending on the size of the welfare team, officers are positioned at Event Information/Event Control and out on the course, with all team members connected by radio. If a situation arises, the team supports runners’ families by helping locate relatives and, if required, accompanying them to the local hospital, remaining with them for as long as needed.
In the event of a fatal incident, the welfare team at the hospital will sensitively take contact details (with consent) and ensure a memory box is offered.
Although we have supported some serious incidents, these are very much the exception. Since first attending events in 2018, we have made significant changes to how the day runs. We now bring along our pop‑up shop, collection buckets and, at times, our mascot Gorgeous George, helping to raise both funds and awareness.
At almost every event, you’ll also see many wonderful runners taking part in support of 2wish, and it’s always a pleasure to cheer them on. While we are there first and foremost to provide support if needed, these events are usually positive, uplifting days.
Please take a look at the photos, and if you would like more information, click below
Volunteering with 2wish gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As a 2wish volunteer, you’ll be part of a compassionate community, develop new skills, and help ensure no family has to face sudden bereavement alone.
You can register your interest in volunteering with 2wish by completing our volunteer enquiry form or contacting the team directly. Once we hear from you, a member of the team will get in touch to discuss suitable opportunities and next steps.
No previous experience is required to volunteer with 2wish. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and valued in your role.
Volunteering with 2wish is flexible. You can give as much or as little time as you’re able to, whether that’s supporting occasional events, helping regularly, or volunteering on an ad‑hoc basis. We’ll work with you to find a role that fits your lifestyle.
2wish volunteering opportunities are primarily based across Wales, with roles available at events, in the community, and occasionally remotely. Some opportunities may involve travel, while others can be completed locally or from home.
Some volunteer roles may involve supporting sensitive or emotional situations. We are very mindful of this and ensure volunteers are placed in roles that suit them. Emotional support and guidance are always available, and no volunteer is expected to take on anything they are not comfortable with.
