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

Wellington
Weekly
Environment & Conservation

Care for young native trees through weeding, litter collection, and restoration tasks in Wellington. No experience needed.

Wellington
Weekly
Environment & Conservation

Join community conservation projects in Wellington including native tree planting, weed removal, and litter collection. No experience needed.

Wellington
Occasional / As required

Support quarterly social meet-ups in Wellington for people with deafblindness. 2–3 hour sessions, adapting to individual communication needs.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Coordinate a national NGO coalition for Death Without Debt, building relationships with organisations and supporting network communications.

Porirua
Flexible / Negotiable
Community Services

Organise a coffin-building race fundraising event for Death Without Debt, with the concept and key details already in place.

Wellington
Weekly
Environment & Conservation

Assist with maintaining a community vegetable garden including weeding, planting, composting, and harvesting. 2–3 hours per week.

Porirua
Monthly
Community Services

Support a monthly group for people in early stages of dementia in Porirua, assisting with activities, socialising, and physical engagement.

Wellington
Weekly

Sort, organise, and price donated clothing at the Yes for Success retail store. Monday to Friday, 9 am – 3 pm.

Wellington
Occasional / As required
Arts & Culture

Capture photos and videos at events for Dress for Success Wellington's newsletter and social media. Own professional equipment required.

Wellington
Weekly
Community Services

Assist customers, handle cash, and promote programmes at the Dressed on The Terrace recycled clothing boutique. Weekday shifts available.