Volunteer Wellington
Te Whanganui-a-Tara
Volunteer Wellington is the namesake and main office of the greater organisation. We have been supporting and championing volunteering in Wellington since 1992!
About Volunteer Wellington
Every year, we connect thousands of people with meaningful volunteer opportunities while supporting more than 300 community organisations, charities, and grassroots groups that rely on volunteers to deliver essential services.
We take a people-centered approach to volunteering. We support both individuals looking to volunteer and the organisations that rely on volunteers to deliver their services. Our mahi focuses on making volunteering accessible, inclusive, and impactful for everyone involved. We also provide comprehensive support to community organisations through personalised consultancy, volunteer management training, strategic planning, and networking opportunities.
Our model is based on deep community relationships and 34 years of experience. It is not a one-size-fits-all approach, but one that evolves alongside the sector. Organisations consistently tell us that our services are essential. Volunteers tell us they feel seen, supported, and inspired.
"I try to imagine how we might be able to source such valuable volunteers if VW didn’t exist—it would be a huge challenge and very time consuming! Thanks so much for all you do for us and other organisations that rely on volunteers."
Member Organisation
Volunteer Opportunities in Wellington
Create age-appropriate artworks based on whānau traditions for the Toi Whakapapa programme. Māori artist preferred, Wednesdays plus independent work.
Work in the Red Cross Shop at Mount Cook, sorting donations, serving customers, and merchandising the floor. 4-hour shifts, Mon–Sun.
Join the Mt Vic Hub Board of Trustees for monthly governance meetings, supporting this community venue’s future. Second Wednesday evenings.
Provide friendly support to patients and whānau in the hospital day ward, assisting with simple tasks and offering a welcoming presence. Weekdays.
Connect neighbours and build street-level community resilience in Newlands, Paparangi, Woodridge, or Bellevue. ~3 hours per week.
Mentor a community leader in the Newlands area over a structured 6-month programme with regular check-ins. ~20 hours total.
Advise on funding strategy, grants, and financial structuring for Newlands Resilience Group’s community programme. 2–4 hours per week.
Meet weekly with a young person aged 8–16 for one hour to provide positive adult support and help them work towards personal goals.
Meet weekly with a young person aged 8–16 for one hour to provide positive adult support and help them work towards personal goals.
Work in the Vinnies Porirua shop on Saturdays and/or Sundays, sorting donations and providing customer service. No experience required.