Found 27 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Help facilitate play, activities and distraction for patients, siblings and visitors at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Join our volunteer team to provide moments of happiness and social connection in the hospital environment.

Do you have a spare hour a week to visit 93-year-old veteran who had a long career in military aviation and even featured in Battle of Britain movie? If you like current affairs, classical music or spending time outdoor this may be the role for you.

Homes for Heroes is a transitional support program that provides personalised veteran-centric, trauma-informed, recovery-orientated support to veterans that are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The volunteer will drive veterans to their medical appointments or various social activities.

Fun In The Sun is seeking a talented and passionate Photographer Volunteer to capture the moments that reflect the essence of our programs and initiatives. This role will play a crucial part in visually documenting our events and activities, as well as showcasing the impact of our work through compelling imagery.

Fun In The Sun is seeking a creative and talented Graphic Designer Volunteer to support our organization's visual communication needs. This role will play a crucial part in creating engaging and impactful graphics to promote our programs and initiatives, as well as to raise awareness about our mission and values.

Step into the world of the Mount Isa Cart Crew! Armed with snacks, water, toys and more, we spread joy in Mount Isa Hospital's Paediatric Ward. From snacks to smiles, we make tough times brighter for kids and families.

We need people over the age of 18 or over to spend time with widow's of veterans. This is an opportunity to have a social connection with someone who is at risk of social isolation and loneliness. If you love a chat and a cuppa, we would love to hear from you. Induction training, ongoing support and check-ins provided.

The Department for Child Protection Volunteer Driver would transport children and young people to and from family contact, appointments and may also assist with learner driver training. Some out of hours, long distance and overnight travel may be required.

The Ronald McDonald Family Room is a space designed to be a welcoming break from the ward environment for sick children and their families whilst staying in the Children's Ward. In this role you will have the chance to make a beautiful difference in a family's day. Our Family Room simply cannot operate without our amazing volunteer team.

Volunteer opportunities available with the Darebin Intercultural Centre! The Darebin English Pronunciation Program supports adults who have English as a second language, to focus on improving their communication and pronunciation. Participants work with a volunteer teacher one-on-one, enabling them to practice with language that is relevant to their lives and at an appropriate level.

We have multiple opportunities available across various areas! -Administration & operational support -Companionship & social support -Driving & transportation -Gardening & plant care -Introductions & greetings at the centres -Hospitality (can you make great coffee, or cook a perfect snag on the barbie?) -Community engagement -Additional positions depending on your skills & expertise!

The Orygen Assist program provides essential items including non-perishable foods, clothing, and hygiene products to young people & their families. This position supports our volunteer-run service by completing deliveries of online clinician orders.

SisterWorks is a partner of UN Women, to deliver UN Women’ Second Chance Education pilot project in Australia. SisterWorks provides training programs to the most vulnerable women with little English of refugee and migrant backgrounds. As a Sewing Teacher, you will be working in the SisterWorks design lab, empowering women by coordinating their sewing classes and teaching new skills.

This volunteer role is in-person at our Parkville site with flexible days/ times (Between Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm). Tasks include completing Orygen Assist deliveries as required across our sites in the Northwest region of Melbourne and pick up & delivery of stock orders from our charity partners as needed (e.g. Foodbank & Pinchapoo).

According to Foodbank 3.7 million households in Australia experienced food insecurity in the last 12 months. That’s more than the number of households in Sydney and Melbourne combined. We need a Van driver to collect rescued food items from supermarkets and drop off to Boronia.

To support SisterWorks Empowerment Hubs Sewing Training Programme. Prepare and conduct a training programme and teacher's guide prepared by SisterWorks.

Come along to our Play and Learn Playgroup at Moorditj Kulungar Kwinana. This session provides learning through play opportunities and a safe space for children and families to connect. The Playgroup is for children aged 0 – 4 years led by our Aboriginal Resource Worker, we provide opportunities for Aboriginal families who visit us to learn about the first 3 years of a child’s life and prepare them for school.

An opportunity to assist refugees and migrants to obtain their Driving License Contribute to a great driving program to support learners become safe, skilled, and licensed drivers. Become a volunteer mentor and help participants gain on road driving experience

We are looking for volunteer driver who will Provide a warm, inclusive, and welcoming approach to assist with transport of carers/supporters to and from events (i.e., transport to and from walking group destination, picking up guest speakers/facilitators. This is a rewarding opportunity and is your chance to join a team that will be shaping the future of mental health and wellbeing in Victoria.

We are looking for community members with a lived experience of suicide to provide peer support to other members of our community who have been bereaved through suicide, caring for someone through a suicidal crisis, have experienced suicidal thoughts or survived a suicide attempt. The nature of your role may vary from having a cuppa with someone, or accompanying them to an appointment, cooking a meal, walking the dog, or just chatting via text, email or phone.