Volunteer Opportunities

Find the right opportunity for you!

How it Works

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Find a Volunteer Opportunity

Browse through a variety of volunteer opportunities listed by our diverse 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.

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Hutt
Community Services
Flexible / Negotiable
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Accompany an older person on a weekly one-hour walk in the Hutt Valley, providing transport to suitable walking areas as needed.

Porirua
Community Services
Weekly
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Develop a marketing plan and create digital content to raise awareness of Oasis Community Cafe in Porirua East. ~4 hours per week.

Porirua
Community Services
Weekly
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Handle emails, assist with events, and manage general admin at Oasis Community Cafe in Porirua. ~3–4 hours per week.

Hutt
Community Services
Occasional / As required
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Facilitate a weekly Parent and Infant Network group in Wainuiomata, creating a welcoming space for parents and caregivers to connect.

Hutt
Community Services
Weekly
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Support Vinnies’ Community Soup Days in Lower Hutt, preparing and serving hot meals to vulnerable community members.

Hutt
Community Services
Weekly
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Reimbursement Available

Coach the Special Olympics Basketball team in the Hutt Valley, supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. Weekly during term time.

Hutt
Community Services
Weekly
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Reimbursement Available

Coach the Special Olympics Basketball team in the Hutt Valley, supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. Weekly during term time.

Hutt
Community Services
Occasional / As required

Join the Petone Community House Board, meeting 6–12 times per year. Diverse backgrounds and skills welcomed.

Porirua
Community Services
Weekly
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Drive for Salvation Army Porirua Community Ministries, collecting and delivering essentials and transporting clients. Own vehicle required.

Porirua
Community Services
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Provide driving support for Salvation Army Porirua, collecting and delivering essential items and transporting clients. Own vehicle, flexible hours.

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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