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What happens after I apply for an opportunity?

Understand what to expect after submitting your application.

When you find a role you’re interested in, just click the Apply button. From there, one of two things will happen depending on how the charity has set up their opportunity:

 

1. Application sent directly to the Charity

  • Your application is sent straight to the charity by email.

  • You’ll see the opportunity listed in your dashboard so you can track it.

  • Most charities aim to respond within 5 working days. Please keep in mind that many are small teams — sometimes run by volunteers themselves — so it can take longer.

  • If you don’t hear back straight away, don’t worry. We’ll also send reminders to the charity on your behalf.

 

2. Application via the charity’s own website

  • Sometimes charities ask volunteers to complete a form on their own website.

  • If that’s the case, the Apply button will take you to their webpage.

  • Once you’ve submitted their form, the charity will contact you directly about next steps. This application will still appear in your GoVo dashboard

 

After you apply

 

  • You’ll get an email confirmation that your application has been submitted.

  • The charity will then review your details and decide if you’re a good match.

  • They might contact you for more information or a quick chat.

 

💡 Tip: Keep an eye on your email inbox (and junk/spam folder) for replies.

 

Waiting to hear back from a charity

Every charity works at a different pace. Some respond quickly, others may take a little longer. Please don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear back immediately.

Contacting a charity

We understand that you might want to contact a charity to either ask questions about an opportunity or to discuss details once you are due to volunteer with them.

How to find contact details 

  • Sometimes, once you are accepted for an opportunity, the charity will make contact with you directly to confirm any necessary details.

  • If you haven’t heard from them, you can find their website link at the bottom of the opportunity on GoVo

💡Tip: Ensure you are using contact details from legitimate sources- either their own website, charity directories or official social media channels

If you have tried contacting the charity and still haven't heard back send us an email and we can look into this for you, help@govo.org

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