Volunteers Week: Hounslow highlights local community groups
By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Hounslow Council is marking Volunteers Week (1–7 June 2026) by shining a spotlight on the volunteers and voluntary groups working across the borough, including in Chiswick.
Volunteers Week is a national initiative that takes place each year in the first week of June, providing an opportunity for organisations to thank those who give their time freely. In Hounslow, voluntary groups support a wide range of services — from befriending schemes for older residents to youth sports, food banks, and mental health support.
For Chiswick residents interested in volunteering locally, a number of organisations are currently recruiting — including community gardens, literacy projects and neighbourhood support groups. The council's website holds a directory of local voluntary organisations and can help match residents with opportunities that suit their skills and availability.
Carers Week (8–14 June) follows immediately afterwards, with daily activities planned for unpaid carers across the borough — details of which are also available through the council. Hounslow Council celebrates Volunteer Week