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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Your shortlist

Porirua
Weekly
Animal Welfare

Help with horses during Riding for the Disabled sessions at Pauatahanui, leading horses and supporting disabled riders. Weekly, term time.

Wellington
Monthly
Community Services

Join the Wellycon Committee to help plan and deliver NZ’s biggest board gaming convention in Wellington. Regular meetings in the lead-up.

Wellington
Weekly
Community Services

Accompany clients using the therapy pool showers at Wellington South Pool, assisting with personal care in a respectful and dignified way.

Hutt
Weekly
Recreation

Assist with the Wesley Community Action Day Programme in the Hutt Valley, supporting participants in activities and providing a welcoming presence.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Disability Services

Lead physical activity sessions for adults with disabilities at Whitford-Brown in Porirua, including walks, sports, and movement activities.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Disability Services

Assist with the Day Programme at Whitford-Brown in Porirua, supporting adults with disabilities in planned activities and building relationships.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Arts & Culture

Assist adults with disabilities in arts and crafts sessions at Whitford-Brown in Porirua, providing creative support and encouragement.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Education

Tutor a small group of adults with special needs in literacy skills at Whitford-Brown in Porirua. Patient, accessible teaching approach needed.

Wellington
Seniors & Aged Care
Hutt
Monthly
Community Services

Help Upper Hutt Repair Cafe Trust tell their story and promote their mission through social media, newsletters, and community communications — approx. 10 hours per month, fully remote.