The X Factor, Strictly and the ‘Soaps’ – many of us find time to keep up to date with these Christmas TV ‘specials’ so this year Volunteer Now is laying down the gauntlet and asking people to take a little time to benefit from the ‘Feel Good Factor.’

Lindsay Armstrong, Regional Manager, Volunteer Now says; “Volunteer Now is encouraging people to participate in our Christmas Connections Campaign which involves short term and one off volunteering opportunities across Northern Ireland that are available in the lead up to the festive season.”

The campaign encourages individuals and families to make volunteering part of their festive traditions. There are many activites to choose from, for example: help at Santa’s Grotto for Clic Sargent, promote the Santa Dash for N.I.Hospice, fundraise for Mencap and much more!

Lindsay added, “For many people this small step and the feel good factor that comes with it could be just what they need to get involved in the world of volunteering”

Why not add volunteering to your festive ‘to do’ list and choose an opportunity from the Christmas Connections Activity list on www.volunteernow.co.uk

Pictured is Lindsay Armstrong, Volunteer Now joined by Darren Ferguson, Cash for Kids encourages a posse of volunteers to get involved in Volunteer Now's Christmas Connections Campaign.  Find out more at: www.volunteernow.co.uk