Gig Buddy (Biggleswade) 5209
Living It Up
Become a Gig Buddy are share activities you love with someone with a learning disability or autism. We are looking for a volunteer in Biggleswade who would be interested in going to theatre shows locally or occasionally London. Activities like the London Dungeon, arts and crafts, going for walks or the cinema, or to pubs for food. It would be beneficial is this volunteer could drive.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO LIVE IT UP – CAN YOU HELP? Who are we? Living It Up was inspired by Heavy Load—a punk band from Brighton made up of people with and without learning disabilities. They went on to create an incredible charity called Stay Up Late, fighting for the right to choose how to spend your social life—and when to call it a night! We loved their vision and started Living It Up because we believe everyone with a learning disability deserves a full, fun, and active social life. Through Stay Up Late’s Gig Buddies project, we run the Bedford branch—matching volunteers with people with learning disabilities and/or autism to enjoy gigs, shows, festivals, sports, and nights out together. What do we need? Thanks to National Lottery funding, we’re able to expand Gig Buddies Bedford—but we need you! We’re looking for volunteers who want to: Share nights out, live music, or events with a new friend Help someone with a learning disability feel more connected and included Enjoy and explore Bedford’s social scene together Who can volunteer? No special experience is required—just enthusiasm and kindness! We’re looking for people who are: Friendly, reliable, and up for a laugh Keen to explore gigs, theatre, festivals, or sports with someone new Interested in supporting someone to enjoy local events Excited about making a genuine, lasting friendship What to expect We know life is busy—that’s why volunteering with us is simple and flexible. Time commitment: Just one night out a month with your Gig Buddy Duration: Ideally a year, so you can build a strong friendship Support: We provide training, DBS checks, expenses, and ongoing support You’ll get to have fun, discover new events, and help someone else live it up! ✨ Ready to volunteer? Join us and be part of a community that believes everyone deserves a great night out.
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Entertainment,Music
Art & Craft, Language Skills, Organising & Planning
We don’t ask for any specific experience—just people who: Want to support someone with a learning disability to choose the events they’d love to go to Are friendly, kind, and enjoy a good laugh Are reliable and proactive Love exploring local gigs, festivals, shows, or other community events Want to share those experiences so someone else can enjoy them too Are open to making a genuine new friend and building a lasting connection
Volunteering made easy! Opportunity to introduce someone to new hobbies and interests Becoming part of an exciting community Support with expenses
Once a month
SG18
Biggleswade - Location and times/ days would be dependent on the activities you and your buddy plan to do
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