Volunteer Opportunities

Find the right opportunity for you!

How it Works

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Find an Opportunity

Browse through a variety of volunteer opportunities listed by our network of community organisations.

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Express Your Interest

Express interest in up to 3 opportunities and the organisation(s) that listed them will reach out.

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Enjoy the rewarding experience of seeing your time and passion create real, lasting change.

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Wellington
Arts & Culture

Hand out flyers on Vivian Street, weekday lunchtimes, to promote Bhakti Lounge's new lunch offering.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Weekly

Coordinate volunteer onboarding, retention, and support for New Zealand Film Collaborators. 2–5 hours per week.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Weekly

Read poetry aloud to elderly residents at Te Hopai Hospital in Newtown, one-on-one or in small groups. Flexible timing.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Weekly

Join residents at Te Hopai Hospital for singing or music participation sessions, playing instruments or leading sing-alongs. Flexible timing.

Wellington
Arts & Culture

Help spread the word about our Wellington Film Sprint by popping up posters around town — a quick, flexible task you can do in your own time.

Wellington
Arts & Culture

Join the Board of New Zealand Film Collaborators to help guide governance and strategy, about 4-6 hours monthly.

Wellington
Arts & Culture

Photograph events at Bhakti Lounge, capturing energy and guest interactions. Deliver edited photos within one week. Own gear required.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Weekly

Record voiceover and singing content for 2D animated Toi Whakapapa educational videos. Wednesdays plus independent recording time.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Weekly

Record voiceover narration for 2D animated Toi Whakapapa educational videos. Wednesdays 11 am – 1 pm plus independent recording time.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Flexible / Negotiable

Support creative workshop sessions at CanInspire for people living with illness, trauma, or loss, providing encouragement and practical help.

Overwhelmed with volunteering options? Don’t know where to start?

We're here to help

Book an in-person appointment with one of our friendly Volunteer Opportunity Advisors. They can guide you through finding the volunteer opportunity that best suits you. 

Together, over a cuppa, you'll narrow it down to a few opportunities that fit your interests, goals, and availability. 

Use our booking system to come and see someone in our Wellington office. For Hutt and Porirua, please email or call. 

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