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Become a Paintings in Hospitals volunteer

We just wouldn’t be able to continue our mission to inspire better health without the help of our brilliant volunteers. We take volunteering seriously and aim to make it as rewarding as possible for you.

“In Paintings in Hospitals, I saw a chance to offer something back to the community. I’ve learnt so much that will not only be useful in my professional life but also fulfilling in my personal life. I’ve made friends and met so many interesting people who all share my enthusiasm for art.”

Below, you’ll see any specific available volunteer positions. If you’re interested in more general volunteering, we’d still love to hear from you. Complete and return this registration form along with your CV. We’ll be in touch if there is a role that matches your interests.

Artwork Audit Volunteer - Croydon, London

We are seeking a volunteer who can audit our artworks on-site at Croydon University Hospital. Click here for more info.

Social Media Volunteers

We are seeking a team of volunteers to help run our social media platforms. If this is something you would like to be a part of, click here for more info.

Artist Research Volunteers

Based remotely, you will help research and record vital background information about the charity’s artist database, sourcing high-quality information and recording it accurately and clearly on a shared file. Click here for more details about this role.

Previous volunteer roles

Affordable Art Fair

Paintings in Hospitals was the chosen charity partner for the Affordable Art Fairs’ 25th Anniversary, held in Battersea Park. The Affordable Art Fair aims to make contemporary art affordable and accessible to all. For this event, volunteers assisted in our showcase of artworks and oversaw a hands-on workshop with the renowned contemporary artist Sue Arrowsmith. Volunteers gained experience with artwork installation and promoted our charity by providing a friendly face for the fair’s attendees.

Shaftesbury Avenue Showcase

Our showcase was an evening to celebrate the work Paintings in Hospitals currently does, has previously done, and to promote what can be achieved. Our lovely volunteers helped ensure the smooth running of the event, whilst making sure guests received warm and welcoming smiles (and a glass of bubbly!). The showcase was a great opportunity for our volunteers to be a part of and gain insight into the work and runnings of a charity event.

About our collection

Our art collection is the only national arts in health collection. Over 1,000 artists are represented, including Bridget Riley, Antony Gormley, Maggi Hambling, Yinka Shonibare, Gillian Ayres, Ian Davenport and many more and many more.