Roles

Location

Category

Food Bank Super Heroes

Salvation Army Community Ministries - Invercargill
Food Services | Invercargill

Join the team providing a lifeline for those facing hardship. Whether you can help weekly or just occasionally, your time and energy will make a real difference in the lives of others.

Face to Face Literacy Coach in Gore

Rural Youth and Adult Literacy Trust
Tutoring | Invercargill

Make a difference in someone's life! A young adult student in Invercargill is requiring a face to face Literacy coach to help them with their reading and writing.

Lounge Companion – Iona at Peacehaven

Presbyterian Support Southland
Companionship | Invercargill

Are you looking for a meaningful way to connect with others and bring joy into someone’s day? Become a Lounge Companion at Iona unit, supporting residents at rest home and hospital level care – including those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Visitor – Making a Difference in Someone’s Day!

Presbyterian Support Southland
Companionship | Invercargill, Gore

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Become a Volunteer Visitor at one of Enliven Southland’s care homes, where you'll help brighten the lives of their elderly residents with your time, conversation, and presence.

Van Drivers

Presbyterian Support Southland
Driving | Invercargill, Gore

Do you have two hours to spare weekly, fortnightly, or monthly? Join Enliven Southland as a Volunteer Van Driver and help older people get out and about, enjoy a scenic drive, have an ice cream, and experience the joy of connection and companionship.

Trips and Outings Companion

Presbyterian Support Southland
Companionship | Invercargill, Gore

Do you enjoy getting out and about, exploring the local area, and meeting new people? Enliven Southland is looking for warm, friendly volunteers to accompany residents on local outings – from Riverton for ice cream, to scenic drives and community events.

Ronald McDonald Family Room, Southland Hospital

Ronald McDonald House
Practical Help | Invercargill

The Ronald McDonald Family Room provides free accommodation and support to families with children receiving hospital care. By removing the stressors of everyday life, they give families the ability to focus on what matters most – their child.

Community Driver

Blind Low Vision NZ
Driving | Invercargill, Alexandra

Drive individuals with low vision to activity groups and social gatherings, and make a difference by supporting individuals to live the life they want!

Cleaning Fairy

Salvation Army Community Ministries - Invercargill
Food Services | Invercargill

Help keep the Food Bank sparkling. Join the team giving a helping hand and providing a lifeline for those facing hardship.

Big Heart Appeal Area Coordinator

Heart Foundation NZ
Fundraising | Dunedin, All Towns, Alexandra, Balclutha, Bluff, Cromwell, Gore, Hāwea, Invercargill, Milton, Mosgiel, Oamaru, Queenstown, Riverton, Te Anau, Waikouaiti, Wānaka, Winton, Arrowtown
27 February 2026 to 28 February 2026

The Volunteer Area Coordinator role is for the Big Heart Appeal street collection which will take place on Friday 27 & Saturday 28 February 2026 from 8am – 6pm. Volunteers play a key role in the Heart Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year.