Volunteering in Sydney
What Is This?
Volunteering services in Australia connect individuals with opportunities to give their own time and skills to contribute to their communities.
How Is It Funded?
The cost is usually free; however, if you are a corporate volunteer, your employer may pay a fee. Some programs may receive support from local Sydneys or corporate sponsors.
How To Access?
You can access volunteering opportunities through online directories and local community centres in Sydney.
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Peak Bodies
Centre for Volunteering
Volunteer Referral Service, Advice, Accredited and Professional Development Training through the NSW School of Volunteer Management (RTO code 90031), Volunteer management consulting, Engaging individuals through community involvement and volunteering activities, Corporate volunteering, Research and policy development.
The Rocks
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General Volunteering Services
Children & Youth Clubs
Little Helpers On The Run
Our organisation has accomplished more than 6,000 kindness projects since 2016. We have provided our services to numerous schools where we have served more than 5,907 children are offered breakfast, fresh fruits, and lunches every along with serving the elderly at more than 130 nursing homes. For more information about us, please visit https://www.littlehelpersontherun.org.au/ouraccomplishments
Sydney
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General Volunteering Services
National Breast Cancer Foundation
The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Australia’s leading national body funding game-changing breast cancer research with money raised entirely by the Australian public.
Sydney
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General Volunteering Services
Sydney Adventure Tours
Frontier Photographic SafarisFrontier Photographic Safaris was established in 1991 and is one of the first Nature based four wheel drive tours company’s which has provided daily tour around Sydney and the Blue Mountains.
Chippendale
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General Education Programs
Special Education Programs
General Volunteering Services
Adult Education
Community Information & Referral Services
Peak Bodies
Industry Bodies
United For Human Rights - Australia
Our purpose is to provide human rights educational resources and activities that educate, inform, assist and unite individuals, educators, organisations and governmental bodies in the dissemination and adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at every level of society.
Sydney
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General Volunteering Services
Delta Therapy Dogs
Delta Therapy Dogs is a national non-profit organisation. Our volunteer teams brighten the lives of approximately 20,000 people around Australia each week. Our therapy dog programs include visits to hospitals, aged care homes, mental health facilities, dementia wards, palliative care, disability services, health clinics, schools, correctional facilities and workplaces.
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General Volunteering Services
FreddyMatch
The Trustee For Freddy Bear FoundationAt FreddyMatch, we drive social change through technology, using our unique algorithm to match people with great opportunities, increasing volunteer participation rates and building stronger communities.
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Food Vans and Kitchens
OzHarvest Food Rescue (Sydney)
OzHarvestPerishable food rescue. Collects excess food from commercial outlets, supermarkets and other types of food providers, and delivers it to charities. Weekend pickups by arrangement.
Alexandria
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General Volunteering Services
Volunteer mentor to a child in foster care - NSW
The Pyjama FoundationAt The Pyjama Foundation, we provide young people in foster care the opportunity to change the direction of their lives with learning, life skills and confidence. Since 2004, we have supported 11,000 young people across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
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Seniors Clubs & Social Groups
Home Care & Safety Services
Mental Health Services
General Volunteering Services
General Ageing Services
Carer Information
Ageing Health Services
Your Side Australia
Your Side is a leading provider of support services for older people, and their carers throughout Sydney. Our services include personal care, household tasks and cleaning, allied health, home maintenance and more.
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General Youth Services
AFS Intercultural Programs Australia
Australian Centre for Intercultural LearningOrganises international exchange of students to and from Australia for between one and twelve months. Organises volunteer programs abroad, university and graduate programs.
Surry Hills
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Mental Health Services
Anxiety Support Groups
WayaheadA support group for people experiencing anxiety disorders, including phobias, OCD, social anxiety, and generalised anxiety. Groups are run by volunteer facilitators as part of WayAhead's Understanding Anxiety program. Carers, family and friends are also welcome to attend. Please check the website for any schedule changes and the most up to date information.
Pyrmont
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Outdoor Sports
Bowls New South Wales
State body overseeing the sport of lawn bowls in New South Wales.
Sydney
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General Ageing Services
Delta Therapy Dogs
Delta Therapy Dogs is a national non-profit organisation. Our various therapy dog programs include visits to aged care homes, hospitals, mental health facilities, dementia wards, palliative care, disability services, health clinics, schools, correctional facilities and workplaces. Our volunteer teams brighten the lives of approximately 20,000 people around Australia each week.
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General Animal Services
Delta Therapy Dogs
Delta Therapy Dogs is a national non-profit organisation. Our therapy dog programs include visits to hospitals, aged care homes, mental health facilities, dementia wards, palliative care, disability services, health clinics, schools, correctional facilities and workplaces. Our volunteer teams brighten the lives of approximately 20,000 people around Australia each week.
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Mental Health Services
Delta Therapy Dogs
Delta Therapy Dogs is a national non-profit organisation. Our therapy dog programs include visits to health clinics and hospitals, aged care homes, mental health facilities, dementia wards, palliative care, disability services, schools, correctional facilities and workplaces. Our volunteer teams brighten the lives of approximately 20,000 people around Australia each week.
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General Ageing Services
Inclusee Ltd
Our mission is to use the power of connection to reduce isolation and loneliness for Australians. At Inclusee connection is at the core of everything we do. We connect people to friends, family, interests, cultures and events. Our cutting-edge programs are delivered by our specially trained volunteers to provide companionship and comfort to our community participants.
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General Youth Services
Youth Information & Counselling
Raise Foundation
We provide youth mentoring programs to young people, Australia wide. We recruit and train, volunteers from the community to become youth mentors for young people in need of support.
Sydney
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Mental Health Services
Raise Foundation
Raise offers early intervention, evidence-based mentoring for young people in high schools with trained and trusted independent adults.
Sydney
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Migrant Services
Refugee Council of Australia
We advocate for rights and voices of refugees and people seeking asylum to be heard. We develop sustainable policy solutions. We educate the community and public about refugees to promote better understanding.
Surry Hills