The Corps was initially set up to respond to various extreme weather events as well as responding to calls for large groups of people to volunteer at community events such as concerts, environmental events, sporting events and community events.

Currently, our mission is to provide large groups of volunteers to help at events in the county.  Roles may include community clean-ups, tree-planting, stewarding, crowd control, plus much more.

It is expected that much of the work will be outdoor and include some physical activity so volunteers will be expected to bear this in mind when volunteering to be part of the corps.

Local not-for-profit organisations in South Dublin County will apply to the Corps Central Office (in the volunteer centre) for the services of the Volunteer Corps. Once it has been established that the project has the necessary supports (including clear volunteering roles, insurance, co-ordinator), then the Volunteer Corps members will be contacted (by text and email) to inform them of an upcoming event.

Once they indicate their availability and willingness to participate, they will be informed of the venue, contact person, roles and times etc…

There will be a half day information session for each person who is interested in participating in the Corps. This will occur every 6 months. At this session you will find out more about the corps and get your questions answered.

The Corps is open to all citizens of South Dublin County (18 or over) who are interested in participating. However, due to the out-door and manual nature of some of the work, not everyone will be physically able to participate in every event. Please bear this in mind when applying.