Trafford’s voluntary and community sector came together in style on Monday as 30 charities, community groups and public services gathered at Sale Library for the 2026 Trafford Volunteer Fair – a vibrant and welcoming start to this year’s Volunteers’ Week.

Hosted by Trafford Community Volunteering in partnership with Trafford Libraries, the fair offered residents a chance to meet local organisations face‑to‑face, discover flexible volunteering opportunities, and learn more about the incredible work happening across the borough.

A warm community celebration

The event was supported by the brilliant team at Trafford Libraries, who provided a bright, friendly space and kept visitors refreshed throughout the afternoon. An uplifting musical performance from Ceri Graves and her SEN singers added a special atmosphere.

The fair also welcomed the Leader and Deputy Mayor of Trafford Council, along with Cllr Parker and Cllr Thompson, who attended to show their support for Trafford’s thriving VCFSE sector and the volunteers who power it.

Volunteers at the heart of the day

A special thank‑you goes to Stretford Public Hall‘s volunteer team, who supported the smooth running of the event. Their help ensured exhibitors and visitors alike enjoyed a relaxed, well‑organised afternoon.

Across the fair, organisations shared roles ranging from befriending and mentoring to environmental projects, arts, youth work, community support, and more. Many attendees left with new connections, fresh ideas, and a clearer sense of how they might get involved.

Explore volunteering opportunities

Residents interested in volunteering are encouraged to:

• Contact organisations directly to explore roles – use our opportunity finder at www.traffordcollective.org.uk/volunteer
• Or speak with their local Community Hub Volunteer Coordinator for friendly, personalised support – contact details on the same link

Volunteering remains one of the most meaningful ways to strengthen community life in Trafford – and this year’s fair showed just how much passion, energy and commitment exists across the borough.

Trafford Community Volunteering is a joint initiative delivered by Trafford Collective and Trafford’s Community Hubs, supporting residents to find meaningful volunteering opportunities. The project is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and runs until September 2026.