Untapped employee volunteering hours are costing UK businesses and society billions in lost productivity, engagement, and social value. The lack of accessible, flexible opportunities and poor programme integration leave potential on the table. This report reveals how to unlock this hidden value.

Commissioned by Royal Voluntary Service and compiled with Cebr’s economic expertise, the report draws on research from 1,000 HR leaders and 2,000 UK adults.

In this report, you'll learn how to:

• Identify and overcome key barriers: Pinpoint the main obstacles preventing employee volunteering and discover proven solutions to boost participation.
• Drive measurable business and social impact: Leverage actionable strategies to enhance wellbeing, retention, and ESG outcomes through effective volunteering programmes.
• Implement scalable, low-admin solutions: Explore practical steps and digital tools to embed volunteering into your organisation’s culture and operations.