• Camberwell VIC, Chadstone VIC, Docklands VIC, Melbourne VIC, Northcote VIC, Prahran VIC, St Kilda VIC, West Melbourne VIC
• Category: Mental Health
• Types of work: Counselling & Help Line

"To hear someone, say that I am their last hope, really brings home the need for us on the phones”. A volunteer Lifeline offer 24/7 Phone Service to the Australian community, and this wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of people like you. Phone volunteering as a Crisis Supporter may be right for you at Lifeline Melbourne, especially if you enjoy the one-on-one interaction you get from a phone conversation and if you like to learn best with others.

• Ashburton VIC, Balwyn VIC, Camberwell VIC, Canterbury VIC, Glen Iris VIC, Hawthorn VIC, Kew VIC, Surrey Hills VIC
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Food Preparation & Service, Seniors & Aged Care

Boroondara Cooks is a meal sharing and community-strengthening program that supports older residents (Diners) who live in their own home, however aren’t always able to cook for themselves. The program connects community members (Volunteer Cooks) who are happy to share an extra portion of their home cooked meal with an older neighbour on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. The Diner appreciates a regular home cooked meal delivered to them and a friendly face to say hello.

• Ashwood VIC, Berwick VIC, Bundoora VIC, Clayton VIC, Mulgrave VIC, Prahran VIC, Sunshine VIC, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Arts, Craft & Photography, Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

VMCH is currently welcoming volunteers to engage with residents in aged care, who have personalised activities which has been tailored to meet their individual interests, cultural background, and physical abilities, you would provide conversation and assistance to create a wonderful interlude which can enhance a resident's day.

• Albert Park VIC, Chadstone VIC, Elwood VIC, Malvern VIC, Prahran VIC, South Yarra VIC, St Kilda VIC, Windsor VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Retail & Sales

Uniting Prahran on Chapel Street is an iconic Op Shop. Volunteers are the heart of our organisation and a crucial part of our op shops. There are exciting opportunities for you to join the team - and know the work you do will have a direct impact, supporting local Emergency Relief.

• Brunswick VIC, Coburg VIC, Footscray VIC, Hawthorn VIC, Melbourne VIC, Richmond VIC, South Yarra VIC, St Kilda VIC
• Category: Environment & Conservation
• Types of work: Fundraising & Events, Retail & Sales

Help raise funds and save orangutans, elephants and tigers from extinction! The Orangutan Project is looking for volunteers to manage and organise fundraising stalls and events, as well as for volunteers to assist at stalls and events. We are an international conservation organisation working in Borneo and Sumatra to save orangutans, safeguard forests, and support local and Indigenous communities.

• Highett VIC, Hoppers Crossing VIC, Malvern East VIC, Point Cook VIC, Port Melbourne VIC, South Melbourne VIC, Werribee VIC, Manor Lakes VIC
• Category: Environment & Conservation

BeachPatrol & Love Our Street litter collection volunteer groups operate in 40+ postcodes. Groups meet monthly to pick up litter from local beaches, streets or parks and meet like-minded people who are passionate about preserving our environment, wildlife, marine life & ecosystems. The groups log their data in the LitterStopper app, which feeds into the DEECA LitterWatch database. We advocate for changes to reduce litter, raise awareness & support the government in tackling issues.

• Ashburton VIC, Balaclava VIC, Caulfield South VIC, Cheltenham VIC, Elsternwick VIC, Glen Iris VIC, Glen Waverley VIC, Ripponlea VIC
• Category: Environment & Conservation

BeachPatrol & Love Our Street litter collection volunteer groups operate in 40+ postcodes. Groups meet monthly to pick up litter from local beaches, streets or parks and meet like-minded people who are passionate about preserving our environment, wildlife, marine life & ecosystems. The groups log their data in the LitterStopper app, which feeds into the DEECA LitterWatch database. We advocate for changes to reduce litter, raise awareness & support the government in tackling issues.

• Ashburton VIC, Chelsea VIC, Elwood VIC, Frankston VIC, Melbourne VIC, Sandringham VIC, St Kilda VIC, Warrnambool VIC
• Category: Environment & Conservation

BeachPatrol & Love Our Street litter collection volunteer groups operate in 40+ postcodes. Groups meet monthly to pick up litter from local beaches, streets or parks and meet like-minded people who are passionate about preserving our environment, wildlife, marine life & ecosystems. The groups log their data in the LitterStopper app, which feeds into the DEECA LitterWatch database. We advocate for changes to reduce litter, raise awareness & support the government in tackling issues.

• Brighton VIC, Carnegie VIC, Caulfield North VIC, Caulfield South VIC, Elsternwick VIC, Hampton VIC, Malvern VIC, Malvern East VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

We are looking for volunteers who are interested in visiting older people living in residential aged care or at home. If you are friendly, love a chat and can commit to visiting someone regularly please get in touch.

• Bentleigh VIC, Caulfield VIC, Chadstone VIC, Hughesdale VIC, Malvern East VIC, Murrumbeena VIC, Oakleigh VIC, Ormond VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

Share your smile and companionship during bi-weekly friendly visits with a lovely Greek lady who lives in Carnegie. Visits may be spent talking or sharing in a simple leisure activity together. Your regular visits can make a real and positive difference to their life - reducing social isolation and improving well-being.

• Box Hill VIC, Chadstone VIC, Cheltenham VIC, Hawthorn VIC, Prahran VIC, Sandringham VIC, South Yarra VIC, Southbank VIC
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

HOMESHARE South/East Melbourne – an initiative that offers free accommodation in exchange for companionship and support of an older person in their home. If you have a genuine interest in contributing to the wellbeing of an older person in return for safe and free accommodation, contact us now.

• Ashburton VIC, Balwyn VIC, Balwyn North VIC, Camberwell VIC, Glen Iris VIC, Hawthorn VIC, Kew VIC, Surrey Hills VIC
• Category: Young People
• Types of work: Driving & Transportation, Education & Training

Are you interested in helping young learner drivers obtain their hours to gain their P's? Then the TAC L2P Learner Driver Mentor Program might be for you.

• Albert Park VIC, Armadale VIC, Prahran VIC, South Melbourne VIC, South Yarra VIC, St Kilda VIC, Toorak VIC, Windsor VIC
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

We are looking for friendly, compassionate and caring volunteers interested in enriching the lives of older people living in residential aged care or at home. If you love a chat and can commit to visiting someone regularly please get in touch.

• Prahran Victoria
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Food Preparation & Service, Safety & Emergency Services

Uniting's Emergency Relief services have opportunities within their dedicated teams. The roles includes packing and distribution of food, initial eligibility interviews, entry of data, and maintaining the work environment. 1-2 shifts per week, 9am-1pm weekdays.

• Abbotsford Victoria
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Library Services

The Toy Library needs someone to volunteer on a Friday 2.30 - 5pm The job is helping to sort, check and count toys and put them away on their shelves. The applicant needs to be physically able, they need to have good concentration and attention to detail. We need someone who is available every Friday.