The Book
Do Volunteer is a modern guide to giving back in a way that is simple, joyful, and
sustainable from a Brighton-based founder and community builder.
UK-based with a global message, Toni brings the book to life in talks that show how social impact, done well, builds stronger teams and more resilient communities.
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Beautiful and engaging. Toni champions the value of volunteering and lights the path for how to get involved.
Kate Williams, CEO, 1% for the Planet
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Kind Words From Brilliant Humans
“Toni has a rare ability to capture a room and hold it. Through storytelling and humour, she draws people in and leaves them feeling motivated and inspired to do good. She’s completely authentic, and her talks make you feel like you’re among friends.”
Kate Gamble
Toni is a kind, vibrant, dedicated & passionate human being. She makes an impact wherever she's working, across brands, charities, volunteering or events.
Benji Lamb, CEO Asia Circles
Volunteering is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to help, but where do I begin?” , this practical book is the perfect place to start’
Anneka Rice
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The Writer Behind the Words
Toni Finnimore is a community builder and founder
of The Social Society, a volunteer and events company that makes giving back simple, local and fun. With more than 20 years’ experience in the
charity and public sectors, she has worked with businesses and organisations, such as 1% for the Planet, to make their volunteering initiatives more effective and sustainable. Toni’s approach is rooted
in connection: real people showing up in real life and online, doing good together and making an actual impact.
Alongside running festival team days, workshops and ‘volunteer hackathons’ in London, New York and Sydney, Toni spends her time by, or in the sea.
She is based in Brighton and is available internationally for interviews, speaking engagements and book events.