03/06/2026
It’s Volunteers’ Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible people who give their time, energy and kindness across our St Gemma’s shops.
Our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do in retail. They welcome customers, sort donations, create eye-catching displays, and help to keep our shops running day to day.
Emily is one of our shop volunteers and has been with us for over four years. She first joined while studying for her A-levels, looking for something that would give her a break from revision. What she found was a supportive space where she could build confidence, meet new people, and learn new skills.
Emily says:
“Volunteering is the best decision I’ve made for building relationships, skills, and confidence that continues to shape my life.”
Stories like Emily’s are a reminder of just how much our volunteers contribute, not only to our shops, but to the people and communities around them.
A huge thank you to Emily, and to all our shop volunteers, this Volunteers’ Week.
🔗 Read Emily's full story: https://www.st-gemma.co.uk/hospice-stories/emilys-story