Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

Rainbows provides care for babies, children or young people with a serious or terminal illness that means that their lives will be shorter than most. We provide family centered short breaks, palliative and end of life care. Rainbows supports and help families make the most of every precious moment.

Available opportunities

  • Loughborough Santa Run Event

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    In 2022 the Rainbows Loughborough Santa Run saw over 600 Santa’s taking to the streets of Loughborough for what was a brilliant festive event! Last year it was due to be even bigger before the untimely snow hindered our plans BUT this year we are back and we are hoping it will be bigger and better.

  • Event Support Volunteer

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Every year hundreds of people run, abseil, skydive and eat cake, to raise funds to help Rainbows care for babies, children, young people and their families across the East Midlands. Behind them are a team of dedicated Event Volunteers who are vital in ensuring our events run smoothly.

  • Gardening Volunteer

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Our garden volunteers play a vital role in transforming our hospice grounds into a vibrant and welcoming haven where our families and children can play and make special memories. Dive into a range of exciting tasks spread across our award-winning gardens.

  • Community Fundraiser Volunteer

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Are you looking for a flexible volunteering role, which still makes a real difference? With over 100 fundraising events and activities each year, there are lots of different ways you could help us raise vital money to help us brighten short lives – there really is something for everyone!

  • Van Driver Volunteer

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Last year our van drivers and mates covered over 18,700 miles, showing just how vital a link they are between the hospice and our retail shops. Your role in transporting our donations directly contributes to raising valuable funds crucial for our hospice's work.

  • Retail Shop Volunteer- Lutterworth

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Volunteers are hugely important to our work on the high street where we raise the profile of Rainbows, sell products and generate essential money to support the work of the hospice. As a shop volunteer you are part of a team who are the face of Rainbows for shoppers and visitors to our shops.

  • Bow Bear Mascot

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Due to the popularity of the Rainbows mascot, Bow Bear, their diary is quickly filling up. We are looking for volunteers with a sense of fun and energy who can wear the Bow Bear costume for marketing purposes and at events across the East Midlands.

  • Reception Volunteer

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Reception Volunteers are the vibrant and welcoming face and voice that greets every visitor and caller. They create a warm, inviting atmosphere and make the first impression unforgettable, embodying the spirit of care and compassion that Rainbows is known for.

  • Keep in Touch (KIT) Volunteer

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    At Rainbows, we support around 750 babies, children and young people with serious and terminal conditions throughout the East Midlands. Our Keep in Touch Volunteers play a vital role in connecting families with the Hospice by calling families to check in and signpost to support if needed.

  • Retail Shop Volunteer – Wigston

    Opportunity by Rainbows Hospice for Babies, Children and Young People

    Volunteers are hugely important to our work on the high street where we raise the profile of Rainbows, sell products and generate essential money to support the work of the hospice. As a shop volunteer you are part of a team who are the face of Rainbows for shoppers and visitors to our shops.

Location

Location Lark Rise, Loughborough, LE11 2HS, United Kingdom