Volunteer with the JQBID Team
There are a number of ways to get involved with our work which supports our aim to make the Jewellery Quarter Cleaner and Greener. We are able to offer volunteering opportunities alongside our Clean Team and Ambassadors:
- Litter Picking
- Graffiti removal and re-painting
- Gardening at our Adopted JQ Station
- Watering at our Adopted JQ Station
If you would be interested arranging a group session please email us on info@jqbid.co.uk. We also host sessions for the general public for Great British Spring Clean and World Clean Up Day. Sign up via Eventbrite.
JQ Heritage Squad
Are you able to give a little of your time to heritage projects in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter?
There are lots of different ways to get involved as a volunteer on a flexible and ad hoc basic to support local cultural organisations and charities. We are building a network of amazing people who can assist at events, carry out research and help document, preserve and care for the heritage of the area.
As a member of the JQ Heritage Squad in exchange for a little of your time you can:
- Boost your CV, gain access to training and new experiences
- Have fun, learn new things, meet people and enjoy social opportunities
- Share your skills and support the work of local groups to help them achieve more
- Be part of a team and wider network of volunteers; contributing to the cultural life of the area
Interested? Email jqheritagesquad@gmail.com or call 0121 233 2814
Other Jewellery Quarter Volunteering Opportunities
There are a number of fantastic organisations active within the Jewellery Quarter who offer different opportunities for volunteers to get involved.
The Coffin Works was a Victorian metal factory which made the handles and furnishings for coffins for over 100 years! Steeped in Brummie social history, there's many a story to tell and we need your help to do it!
"It's just like a big family"
What's in it for you?
- Get involved in lots of ways: Front of House, Room Enabling, Tour Guiding
- Become part of a really friendly team
- Chat with people people from all walks of life
- It's great experience for your CV
- Plus, volunteer trips and team projects!
Interested? Just Get in touch!
volunteers@coffinworks.org
0121 233 4785
We volunteer at the Museum to share our enthusiasm for pens and our city’s history. Our contributions are essential in maintaining the museum’s operations, and in return, we can engage with people from all over the world, gain valuable work experience, and enjoy the diverse collection of quills, nibs, and typewriters in the museum! Our dedication is valued by visitors, who consistently praise our friendliness and knowledge as the highlight of their museum experience.
Roles:
- Visitor Guides
- Nib makers
- Activity Leads
- Project work
- Duty Management
Want to get involved?
Please send an email to Nigel Evans at nigel.evans@penmuseum.org.uk
St Pauls Church has been at the heart of the Jewellery Quarter Community for almost 250 years. Originally the "Jewellers' Church" the congregation today is vibrant and diverse, including a large Persian community.
The church is open to the public on weekdays from 11am till 2pm and we are always looking for Meet and Greet volunteers to welcome people to the church. Volunteers create a welcoming atmosphere and support the church administrator. Volunteers will work in teams of 2 so this is a great opportunity to volunteer with a friend or family member, or to make new friends!
There are also many more opportunities to get involved, just contact the church office by email.
Since our launch in 2004 Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery has been working hard and caring for the cemeteries and raising funds for grave restoration. This is achieved by membership, guided tours, sales, open days & history fairs.
The Friends have regular opportunities for volunteers to get involved.
Sign up for a monthly litter pick via eventbrite or email for more opportunities.