WE ARE

SHEFFIELD

Stories of Change

For 100 years, Voluntary Action Sheffield has championed the people, organisations and communities making a difference across our city. Explore the stories, discover Sheffield’s rich history of community action and join us as we celebrate a century of voluntary action.

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VAS celebrates 100 years

The centenary is therefore not only an opportunity to look back, but to look forward, recognising the people who have shaped Sheffield's past while celebrating the communities that will shape its future.

Join us at the

VAS Launch

Celebrate 100 years of voluntary action in Sheffield at the official launch of We Are Sheffield: Stories of Change. Explore the exhibition, discover inspiring stories from across the city and celebrate the people and organisations making a difference.

Featured stories

Every story is part of Sheffield’s history. Discover the people, organisations and communities whose actions have helped make Sheffield the city it is today.

Community

Spotlight

From long-established charities to grassroots community groups, discover the organisations that continue to strengthen communities across Sheffield.

sponsorship &

partnerships

VAS 100 is bringing Sheffield’s stories to life in 2026. We’re looking for partners and sponsors to support the exhibition, film, and community project. If your organisation wants to be involved, reach out and we can explore the options together.

Working Together

We Are Sheffield has been made possible through the support of partners across Sheffield who share our commitment to celebrating the city’s voluntary and community sector.

get involved

Whether you’d like to explore the stories, attend the launch event, volunteer or support We Are Sheffield, we’d love you to be part of the celebration.

“Sheffield’s identity has always been shaped by the actions of its people. From neighbourhood organising to grassroots movements that changed the course of our city’s history, our communities have shown again and again what is possible when people care enough to act. As we mark 100 years of Voluntary Action Sheffield, we are celebrating not just an organisation, but the countless individuals whose compassion, determination, and solidarity have made Sheffield stronger. It begins in communities, in small acts of care that grow into something bigger. I am honoured to help champion this project and to ensure these stories are recognised, preserved, and passed on to the next generation.”

Safiya Saeed

VAS Trustee & former Lord Mayor