Found 9324 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Brighten the day of a lovely local lady and make a difference in your community! The Aged Care Volunteer Visitor Scheme (ACVVS) is a government funded program to combat social isolation and helps to develop social connections for older persons. Social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitors to spend time with older people who are at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

We have a lovely older gent that enjoys music, old movies and world events. He would love a regular visitor to chat and connect culturally. Social connections are essential to the well-being of older people. We are seeking enthusiastic, compassionate, friendly Volunteer Visitors to spend time with older people who are at risk of social isolation and loneliness.

Are you fluent in Croatian and looking to make a meaningful difference in someone's life? We're seeking a compassionate individual to spend quality time with an elderly woman who speaks Croatian. She greatly misses speaking her native language and would like to be visited by a member of the Croatian Community. She would benefit immensely from your company.

We are a small charity providing leadership development through student entrepreneurship for social and environmental good. Our fun team need a Volunteer Event Coordinator to help us prepare for our annual National event and potentially our Regional Events.

We are a small charity providing leadership development through student entrepreneurship for social and environmental good. Our fun team need a Volunteer Event Coordinator to help us prepare for our annual National event and potentially our Regional Events.

A Walk in the Park for Fight Parkinson's. - Sunday May 5th, 2024 Course marshalls are needed around the course to direct walkers, assist them in any way and call in any incidents. This event supports the Geelong community. People with Parkinson's and their families walk to help raise funds and awareness. This is a fun volunteering experience for all involved.

We are calling for parents and carers to help find ways to keep toys out of landfill. By joining our focus group, you'll be part of the solution. Together, we'll figure out how to give these toys new life and protect the environment.

Animal Care Australia is a national incorporated association representing the interests of all animal hobbyists. The association has a strong committee composed of Species Representatives for each major animal group – dogs, cats, birds, fish, horses, insects, reptiles, farm animals, small mammals, native mammals and mobile educators. You have the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in animal welfare outcomes and in nationally significant areas of policy review and implementation.

Are you a creative soul with a passion for history? Do you have a knack for bringing the past to life through modeling and building? The Albany Historical Society wants YOU to be part of an exciting project! They are seeking a skilled model builder to recreate and update the original first British Settlement model here in Albany. *Will need to show photos of previous model/building work.

Taking your dog into your local school every week for approx 2 hours to help children read.

You can help improve lives and create a positive impact in your community It’s an opportunity to enhance your skills & knowledge & gain new experiences You’ll be helping Red Cross to support vulnerable people across Australia

The Hunter Cancer Hub is based in the Canteen office in Newcastle and is an exciting new project, launched in early 2022 that will act as the central point between those who are impacted by cancer and support services. The Hunter Cancer Hub (HCH) Office Administration Volunteer will play a pivotal role in supporting families and individuals who approach The Hub for support.

Looking for a flexible volunteer role that makes a positive difference and reduces loneliness in our community? We are seeking champion volunteers to visit lonely older people in Ivanhoe and its surrounding suburbs. Our program helps to improve the lives of older people who face social isolation through meaningful friendships. It's very rewarding, flexible, and suited to anyone who is friendly, kind and reliable!

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!

We are seeking a special person to bring joy to the lives of three people living with dementia. Become a Volunteer Community Visitor and make a real difference

The Community Liaison & Concierge volunteer will improve the experience of visitors and services users supporting their engagement and support the team with the delivery of activities and events.

We are looking for a kind, caring, experienced lady to become a Volunteer Visitor and provide regular visits for friendship to a lady living in aged care in the Wynnum area. If you have 1 hour to spare each fortnight and want to make a difference in the life of a resident in care, please get in touch now!

Do you have a dog who loves people, enjoys pats and cuddles, and can sit with an adult or older person in need of some love and attention for up to an hour, with you by their side? Do you have free time on your hands, and would love to see your dog sharing the love, at the same time you're looking for a way to spend more meaningful time with your doggo, and grow closer as a result? Well look no further! If this sounds like you, please get in touch and I'd love to chat with you some more.

**Find yourself at a loose end on a Sunday?** Keen to do something rewarding with your free time? Elcies Norwood is soon to open on Sundays 11am - 4pm Here's an opportunity for you to become a part of the **incredible Elcies team!** If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Shop Assistant on Sundays, we invite you to apply and join our team!

The BRIGHT Walk 2024 takes place on Saturday 6 July from 4pm–9pm. 2500 people will walk through the CBD and North Adelaide, raising money for medical research at SAHMRI through sponsorships from friends and family.