Found 384 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Join The Violet Initiative as a Violet Guide and support Australians through one of life's most challenging stages. Dedicate 4 hours a week from home, providing compassionate phone support to caregivers and the bereaved. Violet Guides deliver this support over the phone, at no cost to the carer. Every Guide receives full training and on-going support, but most importantly, every Guide comes with the lived experience of caring for someone they love. Apply by Wednesday 5 June 2024.

Do you have one hour a fortnight? Loneliness is one of the biggest challenges we face as we age. Can you spare just an hour a fortnight to visit an isolated senior? Do you speak a second language? We have a waiting list of culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQI+ clients who would love some company. A friendly smile and a caring conversation can make a huge difference. Volunteer with us.

Are you looking for a simple way to give back to the community? We are a small community toy library, helping local families and children have fun and learn through play with quality toys at an affordable membership rate. We rely on volunteers to help with our open sessions, and particularly need extra assistance during our popular open sessions: Saturday 10am - 12.30pm This is fun and in a face-to-face role, helping members with toy returns.

Are you looking for a mentoring role where you can make a difference to the lives of others? Are you studying and would like to supercharge your career, or do you have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and compassion you would like to share?

Buongiorno! We are looking for friendly people who are interested in enhancing the lives of people living in aged care by connecting them to their cultural communities. In this particular opportunity, an older lady would enjoy conversation with you in her first language, Italian.

We are looking for friendly people who are interested in making a difference in the lives of our community’s seniors by regularly visiting and being a social friend to individuals living in residential aged care in Fortitude Valley. In this particular role, a lady who grew up in former Yugoslavia would enjoy reminiscing in her first language and sharing a tea or coffee with you.

Receptionist and general administrative duties, meeting people and coordinating some events

Volunteers are requested to assist with the delivery of State Library of Queensland's Winter Holiday Program - free activities and ticketed workshops for children aged 0 to 12 years to entertain and inspire creativity. 

Are you passionate about music and looking to make a difference? Join our dedicated team at Vision Australia and help make music accessible to individuals with vision impairments through our Braille Music Transcription Service. Volunteer for a three-hour shift once a week. Work remotely over the phone, with music scores emailed to you for transcription.

Join Speed Careers and make a difference in students' lives by sharing your unique career journey or study pathways. We're specifically seeking women in STEM careers, individuals with a background in Law, Construction as well as individuals from diverse backgrounds, or locals living in the area to bring a rich variety of experiences to our program.

Lifeline Direct are looking for volunteers who are good listeners, compassionate, and committed to supporting others within their community so that no one has to face their darkest moments alone. Please note this is a REMOTE opportunity in NSW, VIC or NT only. Benefits include: - Belonging to Lifeline Community - Potential Career opportunities - Giving Back to Community - Making a Difference - Meeting New People - Personal and Professional Growth and Development - Practical Experience

Playgroups provide opportunities for families to create social connections and learning opportunities. Child and Family Service on the Gold Coast, Early Years Centre provides educational and social support to families and their children. Volunteers support staff to facilitate groups and develop connections with families attending. If you enjoy working with children and families or looking to work in the field, this role could suit you!

Become a Crisis Supporter at Lifeline South Coast Today! Help to make a direct, real and meaningful impact in someone's life. Save lives.

SUPPORTING MEN, WOMEN & FAMILIES WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS OR SOCIAL ISOLATION If you have two to three hours you can spare each week we would like to hear from you.

BinderKeepers Inc is community orientated and provides members books covering from baby to senior ages for borrowing. Approximately once per month, helpers are required to support experienced volunteers with setting up Events, keeping tables tidy and packing up at the end of a day. These days are very social for Volunteers as they meet and greet the general public.

FIN Townsville gives independent support to families involved in Queensland Child Safety. FIN Townsville is a self-funded, volunteer organisation. The position is to assist volunteers at FIN Townsville to complete basic administration duties. #admin #office support #computer #compassion

The role is supporting parents, grandparents, and significant others in a child's life to navigate the Child Safety system. FIN Townsville offers free independent support to all families involved in Child Safety to ensure the safety of children is paramount, and families are appropriately supported. FIN is a self-funded, parent-led, volunteer organisation. #child safety #family support #compassion #counseling

We are looking for Arabic or Rohingya speaking volunteers to provide language support to adult migrants and refugees attending our monthly Women’s Group in Zillmere. Volunteers play an important role in creating welcome, inclusion and belonging.

Be a change-maker in your community! Make a difference in building a more connected and inclusive place for those who are less connected. The Access to Community program is growing their team of volunteer Community Connectors. Come join our team!

Can you spare 1-2 hours per fortnight? Use your second language to connect to an older member of your community and make their day!