• Ashwood VIC, Carnegie VIC, Chadstone VIC, Glen Waverley VIC, Malvern East VIC, Mount Waverley VIC, Notting Hill VIC, Burwood NSW
• Category: Homeless
• Types of work: Administration & Office Management, Companionship & Social Support, Driving & Transportation, Safety & Emergency Services

Love a good chat? Have a few spare hours a week or fortnight? Looking to give back to your community? Support people in your community by providing access to free laundry, while engaging in non-judgmental and genuine conversation!

• 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 is an innovative way of bringing together two groups of people with needs: - An older person needing someone in the house at night and help with household jobs - The younger person needing somewhere affordable to live Homeshare is a unique opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing of an older person in return for secure, affordable accommodation. It is based on principles of connection, reciprocity, and mutual benefit.

• Ashburton VIC, Doncaster VIC, Doncaster East VIC, Kew VIC, Melbourne VIC, Melbourne University VIC, Toorak VIC, Vermont South VIC / Remote Friendly
• Category: Education & Training
• Types of work: Education & Training, Tutoring & Coaching

We are English learners who are eager to improve our English skills, much like how plants need water. If you are proficient in spoken English and are willing to teach online, we would greatly appreciate your assistance. Our primary focus is on conversational English. You will be welcomed by friendly and supportive individuals within our community, you will have an enjoyable experience while contributing to our collective growth.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Melbourne Victoria
• Category: Arts & Culture
• Types of work: Accounting & Finance, Administration & Office Management, Fundraising & Events

Volunteering at Writers Victoria is an enjoyable way of contributing to your community. It provides the opportunity to meet interesting and like-minded people and will provide you with a better understanding and appreciation of the operations and functions of a well-respected not for profit organisation.

• Richmond Victoria
• Category: Arts & Culture
• Types of work: Administration & Office Management, Arts, Craft & Photography, Education & Training, Fundraising & Events

Melbourne Eisteddfod presented by Play It Forward, is an exciting new opportunity for children and adults of all ages and abilities to share their passion for the piano. By volunteering you will be helping participants to gain valuable feedback and instruction from industry experts as well as raise funds for Play It Forward.

• Abbotsford Victoria / Remote Friendly
• Category: Family Services
• Types of work: Governance, Boards & Committees

The FCAV Board of Directors have a passion and commitment to improving the outcomes for foster carers and the children and young people in their care, making a difference at an organisational and state level.

• Southbank Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Seniors & Aged Care

Become a weekly volunteer visitor with Ken - a lonely, isolated, 90 year old man living in Southbank. Ken likes to chat about life, rugby league and gardening!

• Clifton Hill Victoria
• Category: Seniors & Aged Care
• Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Disability Support, Seniors & Aged Care

Inclusion Melbourne is a participant in the Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme (ACVVS); a national program that aims to enrich the quality of life of older people and enhance their social connectedness. As a volunteer, you will be making a real difference by: • Spending time with participants engaged in shared interest activities • Providing companionship and support • Reducing the social isolation and loneliness experienced by some older people.

• Elwood Victoria
• Category: Community Services
• Types of work: Marketing, Media & Communications, Retail & Sales

We're all about bringing people together through the love of food and doing what we can to live more sustainably. We are looking for people to assist with running the library during our opening hours. If this sounds like you, come and join our tribe!