Volunteering

The heart of our community

Latest News

Knit for Purpose 2025

Join us again between 15 April and 14 June, to knit peggy squares or blankets! Volunteering Mid and South Canterbury in partnership with Volunteering...

Celebrating Local Heroes: The Volunteer of the Month Awards

Volunteers are the heart and soul of many communities, offering their time, energy, and skills to support countless causes. Their efforts often go unn...

State of Volunteering in Aotearoa New Zealand 2024

Published in September 2024, the State of Volunteering report marks the sixth edition in Volunteering New Zealand’s ongoing series. Read the full SOV...

Upcoming Events

Professional Development: The Risks we Face - Ashburton & Livestream
Professional Development: The Risks we Face - Ashburton & Livestream

7 Apr 2025 - 10:00am to 11:30am

Volunteers, Managers of Volunteers, and those who work with volunteers are invited. Risks we Face in Ashburton District with a focus on the Alpine Fau...

Coffee and Chats Peer Support  - Timaru
Coffee and Chats Peer Support - Timaru

8 Apr 2025 - 10:00am to 10:45am

Every two months, we have a Coffee & Chat Peer Support meeting for volunteer leaders managing or coordinating teams in the community. This informa...

Volunteering Information Pop-Up - Ashburton
Volunteering Information Pop-Up - Ashburton

10 Apr 2025 - 9:30am to 11:31am

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the various volunteering opportunities available in our community. Come and chat with us about volunte...