Found 833 volunteering opportunities in Australia

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.

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

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 interested in a career in the animal industry? This volunteer position would suit someone wanting to step into animal welfare or needs experience for a job in boarding kennels, animal shelter or vet nursing. It would also suit someone that loves dogs and would just love to help out. You must be over 18 to apply.

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.

Our reservoir reserves are home to beautiful landscapes and unique flora and fauna. Join a group of like-minded people and help nurture these special places. You'll be actively involved in caring for your local reservoir reserve and enhancing the experience for visitors. Activities include bushcare, revegetation, habitat improvement, biodiversity surveys (e.g. birds, frogs, plants), fish stocking and supporting community events.

The Pillowcase Program is a school-based disaster preparedness program designed to help students aged 8-10 (years 3 to 4) build their knowledge and capacity in disaster preparedness. We are seeing emergencies occur more frequently and with more severity. This project is part of the broader, emergency preparedness, response and recovery programs of Australian Red Cross.

The Pillowcase Program is a school-based disaster preparedness program designed to help students aged 8-10 (years 3 to 4) build their knowledge and capacity in disaster preparedness. We are seeing emergencies occur more frequently and with more severity. This project is part of the broader, emergency preparedness, response and recovery programs of Australian Red Cross.

The Care Crew is an essential group within the CSCI Champion program. The Care Crew are called upon when the threat of an adverse weather event, disaster or emergency has impacted our community .

Love a good chat? Have a few spare hours a week or fortnight? Looking to give back to your community? Passionate about walking alongside First Nations communities and creating empowering opportunities? Support people in your community by providing access to free laundry and shower services, while engaging in non-judgmental and genuine conversation!

TAKE THE LEAD SAVING LIVES AND CREATING SAFER COMMUNITIES! NSW SES is looking for an experienced leader to lead emergency management volunteers. This is a fantastic way to give back to your community!

Have a passion for helping people and animals? Help create happy paws & hearts with us by volunteering 🐾💞 Send your expression of interest via our website.

The Pillowcase Program is a school-based disaster preparedness program designed to help students aged 8-10 (years 3 to 4) build their knowledge and capacity in disaster preparedness. We are seeing emergencies occur more frequently and with more severity. This project is part of the broader, emergency preparedness, response and recovery programs of Australian Red Cross.

TAKE THE LEAD SAVING LIVES AND CREATING SAFER COMMUNITIES! NSW SES is looking for an experienced leader to lead emergency management volunteers. This is a fantastic way to give back to your community!

Provide a safe and stable living environment for a child living in out of home care for a short period of time or at least one weekend a month as a minimum

The purpose of the Regional Advisory Committees is to advise and assist the Board and Senior Management Team of the Service on matters relevant to the local region. The Committees help to ensure the Service’s strategic direction and partnerships continue to serve the community’s best interests. Committee members work in a voluntary/unpaid capacity.

The Board of Bicycles for Humanity, Melbourne is seeking to appoint a new Board member to fill a recent vacancy.

Red Cross has been responding to emergencies and providing humanitarian assistance in Australia since 1914. We are committed to strengthening and extending our emergency aid services to assist all Australians in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies. As part of our Emergency Services team, you will join a group of over 900 trained volunteers ready to assist locally and across the state in times of emergency.

Limbs 4 Life Incorporated is seeking to appoint a volunteer for our Board of Management. We are a dynamic non-profit organisation; established to provide information, support and access to resources for people affected by limb loss. Limbs 4 Life advocate for people with limb loss and their carers to state and federal government departments.

The Scouts Australia NSW Board of Directors invites suitable candidates to apply for one of three (3) Non-Executive Director roles. To provide an appropriate mix of skills across the Board membership, candidates with the appropriate experience and skills are being sought for the following positions in 2024: Governance/Experienced Chair, Finance and Commerce, Organisational Transformation.