We'd love to help you find a role that sparks your passion and creates change.
Volunteer South connects people to meaningful and rewarding opportunities that enables volunteers to the make real difference in their community.
Across the Southern region, there are over 400 volunteer involving organisations and community groups with hundreds of roles available throughout the year. From events to short-term and long-term opportunities, street appeals, virtual volunteering and microvolunteering; there are time commitments to suit any lifestyle.
Volunteer South has always been, and remains committed to breaking down the barriers to volunteering and ensuring everyone can access our services and volunteering, regardless of circumstance, gender, sexuality, age, health, ethnicity, and experience.
Volunteer opportunities are listed on our website, Facebook groups, community Apps and newsletters. Volunteers can browse roles and express an interest in roles they want to explore. For those preferring a little guidance or a more personal touch, we invite you to get in touch with us and we will arrange a suitable time to chat! We'd love to help you find your ideal role.
Volunteers come from many backgrounds and with all levels of skills and abilities. Whatever your passion, there is a role for you.
Things to know:
• Volunteering can take as little as one hour per week. Different roles require different levels of commitment, have a look at the role description to find out more.
• You can volunteer on weekdays or evenings and weekends - it's up to you. Some roles can only be performed at certain times, but there is something available for everyone.
• You don't need to have specific skills or experience to volunteer. Many roles provide complete training and support, so it's a great chance to try something new!
Take a look at our current volunteer opportunities. Browse by type of role, location and hours, or search for keywords. If you find a suitable role, then complete the application form at the bottom of the role description and the organisation you select will be notified of your interest.
There is no obligation at this stage – it’s simply an opportunity to find out more about the role and how to get started.
If you are wanting some extra support to find a volunteer role that works best for you, Volunteer South can help match your individual skills and interests with a role to suit you. For the area closest to you, click here to make an appointment.
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