Volunteer for us

"My name is Linda and I have been volunteering with the 700 Club for over 2 years. I am retired and found that I still needed to feel useful in the community so I decided volunteering for a charitable organisation would benefit both me and the charity. When I started, I worked with Bridge2Home, which works with individuals who are at risk of becoming homeless and enables them to secure private rental accommodation. I accompanied project workers to visit properties to ensure that living standards were being maintained for both the tenant and landlord. I found this to be both very interesting and rewarding work. I now work with the Floating Support Team, helping to support individuals in their own homes suffering with substance misuse issues.

I would recommend volunteering for the 700 Club to anyone who wants to feel they are making a difference. It has given me a huge insight into the lives of many people who are not as fortunate as others. It has made me realize how essential it is that there are services available to offer the help and guidance needed by so many."

We have opportunities for volunteering across all our projects, whether your skills are with people, with administration, or whether you have some other skill you would like to share ... music, drama, art, etc. It is the policy of the organisation to ask everyone who wishes to volunteer to fill in an application form. If, however, you initially just want to talk through options, just give us ring on the number at the bottom of the page.

You can download an Application Form here: Volunteer_Application_Form_May_15.doc

Bridge2Home

Bridge to Home, our deposit guarantee scheme, offers the opportunity to work with staff in completing 'condition' inventories of properties that have been accessed through the scheme, as well as undertaking quarterly monitoring of established tenancies.Read more

Join the Board

Do you believe that you have the skills to become a member of the 700 Club Board? If so, we would be delighted to meet you to talk through what being a Board Member means, and whether we can use the skills you bring.Read more

Fundraising

Whether you want to organize an event to raise funds, or have skills in writing bids or in raising money through appeals and social media, we need your help.Read more

Administration

Behind the frontline of face to face work with clients there are numerous administrative tasks from simple filing to organising, recording, and archiving data. If you have skills in these areas, we want to hear from you.Read more

Hand holding

The journey to independence from alcohol or drug dependence, or from a serious mental health problem, demands commitment and courage. To have someone to support when attending appointments for the first time can make all the difference. With some training and support, could that 'someone' be you?Read more

Reception

There are opportunities to be the face of the 700 Club by volunteering to welcome those who come to the door, to receive and give out client's keys, and to answer the telephone.Read more

DIY

There are always jobs to do across our projects. Could you paint a room? Could you repair a piece of furniture, replace a lock or help with the garden? We need your help!Read more

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Retiring Mayor Presents Cheque

Councillors Brian and Doris Jones hosted a presentation event at Middleton Hall at which each of the charities Brian nominated during his Mayoral term received a substantial cheque.
Lodge Night Worker

To perform housing management duties to ensure the safety and security of the building and the clients residing in The Lodge in accordance with 700 Club principles and policies. To carry out regular Lodge checks, complete health and safety records and maintain relevant administration paperwork.
W/E Housing Management Worker (Hostel)

To perform housing management duties to ensure the safety and security of the building and the well-being of clients residing in Hostel accommodation in accordance with 700 Club procedures and policies. Salary - £5998.72 a year (14 hrs) £6855.68 (16 hrs)
Death of Mike Airey

The Board and Staff of the 700 Club were shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Mike Airey, Company Treasurer and longstanding member of the 700 Club Board. He had been actively involved with the organisation for many years as treasurer before becoming a Company Director in 2008. His encouragement, his wisdom, and his genuine interest in the people with whom the organisation works will be missed profoundly.

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Who are we?
Bridge2Home

Bridge2Home opens the door to the privately rented sector for those who are financially excluded from this sector because they cannot afford the bond.
Supported Accommodation

The 700 Club provides 29 units of supported accommodation across its two hostels in Darlington. Clients stay for up to a year as the progress towards independence.
The Lodge

The Lodge offers a temporary 'home' for people who are in housing crisis. If you are already rough sleeping, or in danger of doing so, call us for advice or call in at the Council's Housing Department for a Key Point of Access assessment. You can also self-refer to the Lodge.
Work for us

Roles become vacant from time to time. Why not apply to become part of our team? The 700 Club actively promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We select all candidates based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.
Our History
W/E Housing Management Worker (Hostel)

To perform housing management duties to ensure the safety and security of the building and the well-being of clients residing in Hostel accommodation in accordance with 700 Club procedures and policies. Salary - £5998.72 a year (14 hrs) £6855.68 (16 hrs)
Bank Staff

700 Club require Bank Workers across the organisation, paid on a shift by shift basis. If you feel this would be something you could do, please make contact. Full training provided.
Emergency Food

Out of hours food is held by the 700 Club at its hostel St. George's Hall in Elmfield Street. The store is available for access on all evenings and during the weekend. Agencies may refer people with whom they may have some involvement, but clients can call at St. George's Hall without referral.
Floating support service

Where the need is greatest

Our work goes on day after day, but it's only through the generous donations of our supporters that this remains possible. With your help we can bring an end to the suffering that homelessness causes. Read more

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Sponsor a room

We believe that no one should be left with no alternative but to sleep on the streets or on a friends sofa. To allow it diminishes not only those forced to do so but also those who know about it, but refuse to act. Together we can make a difference. Read more

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Our Achievements

The 700 Club have provided approximately 300,000 bed-nights to those who would otherwise be forced to sleep rough, to sleep on a friend's floor, or to occupy some other kind of inappropriate accommodation. Read more

Bridge2Home Pledgeholder

Pledge up to £50 a year and open the door of a home for someone who, without your help, would be excluded from the stability and security that having one's own home provides. Read more

Healthy Lifestyle Project

We are all formed by the choices we make. The Healthy Lifestyle project helps individuals who have made mistakes make choices that promote health and well being. Read more

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Help Bridge2Home

By donating to Bridge2Home, you are helping individuals and families access a home of their choice in the private rental sector. Read more

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