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Volunteering Gateway is your one-stop shop for volunteer management.

Volunteering Gateway is designed to connect Volunteer Managers, Coordinators and Leaders across Australia with the tools and resources to help them succeed.

Our diverse range of tools and resources have been carefully selected to help you recruit, train, manage, and retain volunteers, improving the volunteer experience and fostering a vibrant community that makes a difference.

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Guides
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National Standards for Volunteer Involvement

The National Standards for Volunteer Involvement are a best practice framework to guide volunteer involvement in Australia. They are an essential resource for Volunteer Managers.
Guides
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Quick Guide to Volunteer Management

The "Quick Guide to Volunteer Management" is an essential resource for organisations involving volunteers. It covers a broad range of topics crucial for effective volunteer management, from planning and recruitment to recognition and safety.

From Australia's volunteering peak bodies

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NSW Youth Volunteering Guidelines

Join us for a deep dive into the NSW Youth Volunteering Guidelines with our Director: Sector Development and Enagagement, Clint Bertenshaw.
The Centre for Volunteering
Free
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NSW Youth Volunteering Guidelines

Join us for a deep dive into the NSW Youth Volunteering Guidelines with our Director: Sector Development and Enagagement, Clint Bertenshaw.
The Centre for Volunteering
Free
scheduled

NSW Youth Volunteering Guidelines

Join us for a deep dive into the NSW Youth Volunteering Guidelines with our Director: Sector Development and Enagagement, Clint Bertenshaw.
The Centre for Volunteering
Free

From Volunteering Australia

Latest News

2024–25 Volunteer Grants Round

Community Volunteer Grants support the work of local community organisations by reducing barriers for volunteers and increasing participation in volunteering. Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 will be available to assist eligible not-for-profit community organisations that rely on volunteers. Grants can be used to purchase communication or insurance items and/or purchase items or services to

National Volunteer Week 2025: Connecting Communities

National Volunteer Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering and will be next held on 19-25 May 2025. This special event provides an opportunity to highlight the important role of volunteers in our community and invites people not currently volunteering to give it a go. We are pleased to announce National Volunteer Week 2025

The Gift of Giving: volunteering this holiday season

As the holiday season approaches, consider volunteering to make a meaningful impact. While Christmas is a time of joy for many, it can be a challenging period for those facing hardship. Volunteering is a powerful way to support others, lift spirits, and support an inclusive community. Volunteer nationwide this holiday season For those looking to

Not-for-profit Sector Development Blueprint

The Blueprint Expert Reference Group (BERG) has officially handed the Not-for-profit Sector Development Blueprint to the Federal Government. This Blueprint shows clearly the enormous role the Not-for-profit (NFP) sector performs across Australia. The Blueprint, developed by representatives and experts from the NFP Sector, sets out a 10-year vision for the future of the sector. It

Impact Strategy 2024-27

Volunteering Australia’s Impact Strategy 2024-2027 was developed through an extensive strategic planning process. The Impact Strategy includes a vision, mission, purpose, principles and strategic directions as we look to amplify our impact to support and enliven Australia’s volunteering ecosystem. The next three years will see Volunteering Australia elevate our already extensive policy and advocacy activities,

2023-24 Annual Report

We are pleased to share our 2023-24 Annual Report. This year’s Annual Report is a record of Volunteering Australia’s achievement and service to the volunteering ecosystem across Australia. It highlights our impact over the last year including playing a central role in ensuring volunteering is acknowledged and incorporated in Commonwealth policy frameworks. This National Volunteer

International Volunteer Day 2024

Volunteering Australia proudly supports International Volunteer Day (IVD) on 5 December 2024. This global celebration highlights the vital role volunteers play in addressing the world’s challenges. International Volunteer Day highlights the power of volunteering to strengthen communities and create positive change. With millions of volunteers across Australia, this day is an opportunity to celebrate their remarkable contributions

International Volunteer Managers Day

International Volunteer Managers Day (IVMDay24) is an annual event, celebrated each year on 5th November , dedicated to recognising the vital work of Volunteer Managers. As an official IVMD supporter, we encourage you to join Volunteering Australia as we celebrate the vital role Managers, Coordinators and Leaders of volunteers play in enabling safe and effective volunteering.