Join Our Community
Volunteer Wellington provides advice, mentoring, and professional development in the management of volunteers to enhance the experience for both the organisation and the volunteer.
Volunteer Wellington membership gives access to:
Real, practical support from people who get it
Advice grounded in the day-to-day reality of running volunteer programmes, from a team deeply connected to the local sector. We can help with recognising and supporting your volunteers
Professional development shaped by you, for you
Workshops, trainings, and learning opportunities designed around what’s actually happening in the community
A network that feels like community, not just contacts
Regular opportunities to connect, share, and learn alongside peers who are doing the same mahi
Access to the region’s go-to volunteer platform
Be visible where people are already looking. Our volunteer opportunitites board is a trusted, high-traffic hub for Wellingtonians ready to give their time
Insights that keep you ahead
Local data, trends, and sector updates delivered straight to your inbox, so you can make informed decisions
Corporate volunteering that actually works
End-to-end support to connect businesses with meaningful opportunities for your organisation
More ways to be seen, more ways to connect
From volunteer expos to pop-up events and themed campaigns, we’re constantly finding new ways to connect you with people who care about what you do
Who can apply for membership?
Almost any non-profit organisation with a commitment to volunteering can apply to become a member; you do not need to be a registered charity. We offer tiered membership costs dependent on income, including an unpaid tūao tier. For more information on the pricing of membership or to discuss if finances are a barrier, please reach out.
For an organisation to be accepted for membership you must have reasonable volunteer programme policies, or be actively working towards creating and implementing such policies. Organisations applying for membership must also have in place a health and safety policy covering their volunteers, and must provide an orientation including a health and safety induction for all referred volunteers.
Membership Fees
Our membership fees are based on your organisation's gross income and are due annually (our financial year is 1 April - 31 March). Fees will be prorated if you join throughout the year.
If paying the membership fee is a barrier to joining or staying a member, please email info@volunteerwellington.nz
