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Volunteers shone during dark days of 2023 floods

27 Jan 2024 | Articles

We thank the thousands of volunteers stepped up to help their neighbours and communities during the devastasting 2023 Anniversary Weekend Floods.

Amazing event helps launch multiple non-profit projects

13 Dec 2023 | Articles

We’re still buzzing after a great event we launched recently, where professional project managers volunteered their mentorship to 15 of our non-profit...

Holiday Volunteering

11 Dec 2023 | Articles

Want to volunteer over the holiday break? Check our our suggestions ...

From private eye and US Marine to CAB volunteer

2 Dec 2023 | Articles

Meet Adnan Ahmed: law student, private investigator, former US Marine, proud Chicagoan – and a keen volunteer at the CAB, helping people solve issues.

Volunteers provide therapy and joy for the disabled and helpers

28 Nov 2023 | Articles

A stunning setting in a busy city adds extra joy to all at Totara Park Riding for the Disabled, where volunteers transform the lives of young riders.

Celebrating amazing Leaders of Volunteer Engagement

16 Nov 2023 | Articles

We've had a fantastic time celebrating the Volunteering Auckland 2023 LoVE Awards – which celebrates outstanding Leaders of Volunteer Engagement.

Emergency radio volunteers heard, but rarely seen

30 Oct 2023 | Articles

An unassuming building on the North Shore hides a big secret – a little-known group of volunteers who could help Auckland get through a disaster.

Volunteering when disaster strikes

8 Oct 2023 | Articles

Is your organisation disaster-ready? Volunteering Auckland hosted a lively forum this week on volunteering in a disaster, and being prepared for emerg...

The joy of giving is Dave's driving force

5 Oct 2023 | Articles

A love of giving to others instilled by his granddad has become Dave Lovell's driving force.

Be kind to yourself, as well as others

19 Sep 2023 | Articles

For Mental Health Awareness week here are ‘5 Ways, 5 Days’: Simple things you can do for your mental wellbeing each day this week (and every week!).


Volunteer Stories

Engaging children with reading

I was looking for something interesting and rewarding to do with my time during a gap between paid jobs.