Shelter Scotland has launched a micro-volunteering initiative to mark Volunteers' Week

A charity is highlighting that not all volunteers need to give up lots of time to provide vital support.

Shelter Scotland is appealing to potential volunteers who struggle to give up lots of time by offering them opportunities to make a difference which require less than an hour of their time.

The housing and homelessness charity is launching its Little Act, Big Impact campaign during Volunteers’ Week to make people aware of the many opportunities available which don’t require several hours of time commitment.

The campaign has been designed to fit with Shelter Scotland's 50th anniversary year - during which it is holding various events and activities - by asking volunteers for just 50 minutes of their time. The charity will be using the #LittleActBigImpact on social media during Volunteers’ Week.

Shelter is responding to research in the latest Scottish Household Survey which indicated that lack of time was one of the main barriers stopping many people from volunteering.

Sarah Latto, volunteer development manager at the charity, said: "At Shelter Scotland we strive to be as inclusive as possible but we also recognise not everybody is able to commit to regular volunteering roles. Little Act, Big Impact provides a way for people to make a real difference to people affected by bad housing or homelessness whist contributing less than an hour of their time.

"I urge anyone who is time-pressed but would like to get involved to visit our webpage.”