Does volunteering affect my benefits?

No, volunteering is unpaid. However, you will need to ensure you’re continuing to fulfill the conditions of any benefit or tax credit you receive, so for example, if you receive Jobseeker’s Allowance you will need to show that you are still actively seeking paid work.

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Let us know your details and we'll be in touch when new volunteering opportunities come up.

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You can change your preferences at any time by giving us a call on 0300 330 1234, or emailing info@shelter.org.uk. If you've already told us you want to receive updates, we'll keep contacting you in the same ways. And don't worry – although Shelter and Shelter Trading activities will use your details, we will never pass them on to third parties for marketing. Read our privacy policy for more details.

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