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.

Search for Opportunities

Your shortlist

Hutt
Arts & Culture
Weekly
Police Check

Provide woodwork support at Thumbs Up activities in Porirua, helping adults with intellectual disabilities develop practical skills.

Porirua
Education
Flexible / Negotiable
Police Check

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

Hutt
Community Services
Weekly
Police Check

Lead horses and support disabled riders during equine-assisted sessions in Upper Hutt. School term weekdays, some horse experience preferred.

Wellington
Arts & Culture
Occasional / As required
Police Check

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

Wellington
Community Services
Weekly

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

Wellington
Mentoring & Advocacy
Weekly

Lead and mentor a team of volunteer marketers, developing strategies and overseeing campaigns and social media. Two mornings per week minimum.

Hutt
Recreation
Flexible / Negotiable
Police Check

Help tend the garden at Clouston Park in Porirua, with weeding, planting, and general upkeep alongside staff and residents. Flexible hours.

Hutt
Mentoring & Advocacy
Flexible / Negotiable
Police Check

Help clients navigate issues via phone, in-person, or online at Lower Hutt CAB. One rostered shift of 2–3 hours weekly. Training provided.

Porirua
Community Services
Weekly
Police Check

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
Police Check

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

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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