Found 157 volunteering opportunities in Australia

YPRL is seeking a new **Reading Dogs team** to join Thomastown Library. Our Reading Dogs program promotes children’s literacy by having children read aloud to dogs at the library. Our mission is to make reading fun and enjoyable for children so that they become confident and lifelong readers. Reading Dogs are accredited companion animals who volunteer with their owner/handler as a team by facilitating reading sessions. If your dog is calm, patient, and loveable, get in touch with us today!

Are you looking to get involved by volunteering with a local community focused not-for-profit? Join a friendly and welcoming team made of volunteers and members at this Toy Library. We are a registered charity committed to supporting children’s development through play located close to Ashburton Village. We are looking for a Parent Talk Presenter who can speak to new parents and families about the benefits of joining a toy library.

The Arana Hills Respite Centre is currently looking for volunteers to assist in our various activities with older persons and people with a disability, including playing table games, arts and crafts, going on outings, sharing stories, cooking, or sharing your talents - there is something for everyone!

The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is currently looking for volunteers for our Hobby Shed to assist older persons and people with a disability in making items with wood. This includes painting and glueing. No special skills are needed, just patience and an interest in wood crafts.

The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is looking for ‘Tech Savvy’ The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is looking for people to assist in keeping the centre’s kitchen organised and running efficiently, which helps with the smooth running of the daily programs to support older persons and people with disabilities.

The Hyland House Respite Centre in Petrie is currently looking for volunteers to assist in our various activities with older persons and people with a disability, including playing table games, arts and crafts, going on outings, sharing stories, cooking, or sharing your talents - there is something for everyone!

Fair Trade & Gift Shop have a very large selection of books, both in the shop and online. We need volunteers who can match the books with an excel spread sheet, so we know what we have. This is a short-term volunteer assignment that can be done with friends! Candidates with a passion for reading English books and strong reading and writing skills in English are encouraged to apply.

Unpacking, sorting, repackaging, general assistance in store and in delivery area

Prepare, cook and pack meals from scratch for the homeless & needy.

Moongala Women’s Community House in Bentleigh East is a not for profit, friendly community-based organisation, bringing people together and providing a range of courses and activities to the community. We require a volunteer to support our organisation with welcoming visitors to the House, receptionist duties including answering the telephone, session set up and pack up where required, hospitality, and general administration duties.

Are you looking for a fun volunteering opportunity? Join a friendly and welcoming team at Canterbury Toy Library. We are committed to supporting children's development through sustainable play and are located close to Canterbury Train Station and beautiful Maling Road.

The Townsville Folk Festival is an annual, volunteer run event. It is a family friendly 4 day camping and live music festival.

If you have an interest in food preparation or perhaps you are someone wanting to gain experience or get your 'foot in the door' as a cook, then this can be for you. Anyone with the right attitude is welcomed to apply!

VMCH is currently welcoming volunteers to engage with residents in aged care, who have personalised activities which has been tailored to meet their individual interests, cultural background, and physical abilities, you would provide conversation and assistance to create a wonderful interlude which can enhance a resident's day.

CUDL urgently requires cooks to prepare meals at home for distribution at our street kitchen in Whitmore Square in the city. Volunteers will prepare budget meals at home once a month for collection by one of our team of drivers. Meals will go to the growing number of people in Adelaide experiencing homelessness who, otherwise, would go hungry.

Do you have 1-2 hours a week spare during school hours to help in a high school. This is commitment is for a full school year and not for people looking for full time employment.

Children have been playing with toys from the Geraldton Toy Library since 1984. Toy Library are seeking volunteers to help families engage their children in play-based learning. If you are looking for a rewarding experience that allows you to give back to your community, make new friends, learn new skills and have fun. Apply now to join our amazing team!

We are in search of passionate volunteer artists to lend their talent and creativity to enhance the atmosphere of our facility. Individuals skilled in painting walls and pots to bring life and vibrancy to our communal spaces. By volunteering your artistic abilities, you will directly contribute to enriching the lives of our residents and creating a more visually appealing environment for all. If you're an artist looking to make a meaningful impact and share your artistry with others.

Meals on Wheels would like more delivery drivers for Warrnambool runs – flexible days available Mon-Fri. Regular shifts or short term options to suit you – perhaps you would like to help out over Autumn/Winter when our regulars go away? Please get in touch.

To support patients of the Palliative Care Service, as well as their families and carers. There are various roles available which can involve hospital or home-based patient and carer support, or administrative assistance.