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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Start Volunteering

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

Search for Opportunities

Not sure where to start with volunteering?

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. 

 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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Wellington
Weekly
Community Services

Accompany the driver on food collection runs across Wellington, packing and loading surplus food efficiently. Mon–Fri, 1:30–5 pm.

Wellington
Weekly
Community Services

Wash and dry dishes and containers at The Free Store after the day’s food service. Mon–Fri, 5–6 pm.

Hutt
Monthly
Community Services

Join the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Board, attending monthly meetings and contributing strategic expertise. Environmental passion essential.

Hutt
Monthly
Community Services

Join The Road Forward Board, supporting governance of this survivor-led organisation addressing sexual harm. HR, legal, or finance skills welcome.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Work in the Salvation Army Plimmerton Family Store, welcoming customers, sorting donations, and providing retail support. No experience needed.

Wellington
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Work in the Salvation Army Boutique in Kaiwharawhara, sorting and displaying pre-loved fashion and serving customers. No experience needed.

Hutt
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Work in the Salvation Army Lower Hutt Family Store, sorting donations, serving customers, and maintaining the shop. No experience required.

Hutt
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Work in the Salvation Army Upper Hutt Family Store, sorting donations, serving customers, and maintaining the shop. No experience required.

Wellington
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Work in the Salvation Army Miramar Family Store, sorting donations and serving customers. Tue–Sat shifts available. No experience required.

Wellington
Weekly
Community Services

Work in the Salvation Army Kilbirnie Family Store, sorting donations and providing customer service. No experience required.