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
Help run Saturday morning toy library sessions in Island Bay, welcoming families and managing toy loans. Rostered every 4–5 weeks.
Record voiceover and singing content for 2D animated Toi Whakapapa educational videos. Wednesdays plus independent recording time.
Record voiceover narration for 2D animated Toi Whakapapa educational videos. Wednesdays 11 am – 1 pm plus independent recording time.
Write grant applications for the LIFE Trust’s Toi Whakapapa programme for rangatahi. Wednesdays 11 am – 1 pm plus independent work.
Join the LIFE Trust Board as a Trustee, contributing governance and strategic oversight. Background in education or tikanga Māori preferred.
Seek sponsorship and grants for the LIFE Trust Art Bus Initiative, networking with investors and stakeholders. ~4 hours per week.
Sort, update, and organise training resources and guidelines for Interpreting New Zealand’s website and learning platform.
Refresh the kitchen space at the Interpreting New Zealand office in Wellington. Paint and materials provided. Thursdays or Fridays.
Keep grass low along Zealandia’s perimeter using scrub cutters with the weekly team. Tuesdays, 9 am – 1 pm.
Drop in after school with rangatahi aged 11–18 at Karori Youth Centre, facilitating games, sports, cooking, and creative activities. Mon/Wed/Fri.