Found 166 volunteer opportunities in Dunedin Central, Otago and the surrounding areas

• Provide practical and emotional support to families in need
• Visit families weekly for household chores, childcare, and companionship
• Opportunity for students in health, education, and social work fields

• Form lasting connections with older adults to reduce loneliness
• Tasks include chatting, games, and assisting with activities
• One hour per week commitment, minimum six months appreciated

The Role

The Buddy Programme has been enriching the lives of children and young people in the Otago region for over 30 years. As an Adult Buddy Mentor, you will be matched one-to-one with a child aged 5–12 to share friendship, encouragement, and simple fun activities in the community. Your time

We are looking for a vibrant, creative and energetic individuals to join our fantastic retail team as volunteers at our OpShopSocial retail store!

*We are looking for volunteers who are keen to join our OpShopSocial team with regular volunteer hours - someone who loves the charity op shop world

We are looking for a vibrant, creative and energetic individuals to join our fantastic retail team as volunteers at our OpShopSocial retail store!

*We are looking for volunteers who are keen to join our OpShopSocial team with regular volunteer hours - someone who loves the charity op shop world

• Support former refugees in resettlement journey with practical assistance
• Training provided on practical, social support and intercultural practice
• Commitment of at least 4 hours a week for first month

• Female sopranos and contraltos for Red Cross Choir in Dunedin
• Contribute to community events and support New Zealand Red Cross
• Weekly rehearsals and 1-2 sing-outs per month commitment

• Support local leaders and facilitate clear communication with organization
• Coordinate events, track group progress, and offer support as needed
• Strong communication, organization, volunteer management experience preferred.

• Support animal care for dogs, cats, small animals, and farm animals
• Assist with driving, administration, gardening, repairs, and specialist skills
• Reliable team players passionate about animal welfare, willing to learn

• Provide temporary care and support for animals in need
• Assist in socialization, health monitoring, and medication administration
• Contribute to animal welfare, receive guidance, and join foster community

• Assist in setting up evacuation centers during emergencies
• Provide psychosocial support and conduct needs assessments
• Training provided in first aid, welfare support, and essential skills

• Performing as singer and pianist at care home events
• Flexible timing arrangements for convenience of the performer
• Opportunity to receive a gift voucher upon agreement

• Provide free laundry services and engage in positive conversations
• Volunteer around 3 hours weekly on Thursday or Saturday mornings
• Training provided; opportunity to make a practical difference

• Coordinate volunteer street collectors during Big Heart Appeal
• Ensure smooth running of collection sites and banking of funds
• Require good communication, organization skills, and driver's license