Why volunteer?
Our volunteers are essential to what we do
From raising vital funds for support services to helping residents in our care homes, there are lots of ways to get involved and make a difference for the Armed Forces community.
Volunteering Benefits
By volunteering with Poppyscotland you’ll make a real impact on the lives of veterans and their families. As well helping to support our vital work, you will:
- Meet like-minded people and make friends
- Get involved in your local community
- Increase your confidence and self-esteem
- Learn new skills or improve existing ones
- Increase your work experience and add to your CV
However much time you can give, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved as a volunteer and make a difference.
Volunteering Roles
Volunteer for the Poppy Appeal 2026
" Knowing that I'm helping make a difference for the Armed Forces community in Scotland makes volunteering with the charity more than worthwhile, as does being able to distribute the iconic Scottish poppy for everyone to wear in time for the Remembrance period in November."
Eilidh Bowen
Area organiser, Arbroath.
Volunteer for the Poppy Appeal 2026
Ways to volunteer
Volunteering FAQs
Why volunteer?
What volunteering opportunities do you have?
Please get in touch to find out about vacant areas for Scottish Poppy Appeal Area Organisers and Supermarket Organisers.
Most of our volunteering opportunities are for collectors who are essential to our work and are needed in almost every area of Scotland. This type of role offers the most flexibility in terms of ad hoc hours and days.
Please contact us and we can find the best volunteering opportunity to suit you.
I’m up for volunteering! What’s the next step?
Apply online
- Read our Poppyscotland Volunteer Pack, this includes more information on volunteering for us and an application form. You should return the application form to us as quickly as possible.
Get in touch
If you have any questions, please email volunteer@poppyscotland.org.uk.
Once your application has been processed, we will contact you and take it from there!
How old must I be to volunteer?
You can volunteer with us if you are aged 14 and over. However, those aged 14 to 18 will have to ask a parent or carer to complete the application form on their behalf and act as the main contact.
How much time will I need to invest in volunteering?
The simple answer is as much as you can! Whether it’s a few hours, a few days or more, every penny you are able to raise will help fund our vital services.
How do I find out more?
We have an in-depth Volunteering FAQ (in PDF format) as well as Volunteer Charter which goes into considerable detail about volunteering. Visit our Volunteer Library to find out more.
Alternatively, we are happy to chat through any queries you may have. Please use the contact details at the top of the page to get in touch.
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