Volunteering Canterbury

Mission & Values

People and communities prospering through volunteering.

To enable the successful engagement of volunteers by not-for-profit organisations, and promote the benefits of volunteering to people and communities.

Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service with a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Volunteering Canterbury offers the following services:

Recruiting and supporting volunteers to assist organisations and people in need
Free registration for people looking for volunteer roles on our website
Community organisations can publish roles on our website
Regular workshops and network meetings relevant to volunteer management
Unique not-for-profit support and advocacy group, Tautoko
Consultancy and mentorship for not-for-profit community organisations
Group volunteering opportunities for businesses, schools and other groups
1:1 Volunteer Programme reviews
Promoting the value of voluntary work via presentations, awards, displays celebrating key events and social and print media
Advocating for volunteers and voluntary organisations