Community volunteer opportunities

Ku-ring-gai Hornsby Volunteer Service provides free volunteer listing and referral services to local community organisations. If your community organisation/group would like to list any volunteering opportunities here, please email your request and a detailed description to volunteers@krg.nsw.gov.au or call 9424 0970 to discuss with the Volunteer Services Coordinator.  

Disclaimer: Council has provided this free platform to not-for-profit organisations which recruit volunteers to assist the local community. All information about volunteer roles listed here is provided by the community organisations. Potential volunteers should refer to the role description and liaise with the community organisation before applying for a volunteer role. Ku-ring-gai Council is not liable for any advertisement placed on this web page and does not guarantee the outcome of any referral through this platform.

	School volunteers St Lucy's School is a primary school and high school for children with disabilities located in Wahroonga and relies on volunteers to help deliver their leading education. More information and apply now
	Primary Ethics volunteer teacher Primary Ethics is the approved provider of ethics classes to NSW public schools. Thousands of our volunteers teach ethics in local schools every week. More information and apply now
	DCaf Connections DCaf Connections organises a weekly social cafe for families living with early stages of dementia or displaying signs of cognitive decline and is looking for volunteers to join them in 2023. More information and apply now
	Multiple Roles at HammondCare - North Turramurra HammondCare is an independent Christian charity specialising in dementia care, palliative care and rehabilitation, specialist mental health for older people and other health and aged services. Walking companions, piano players and social visitors are needed.  More information and apply now
	Volunteer writers - Mark Moran Warrawee Mark Moran Warrawee is a recently opened aged care facility in leafy Warrawee. We are looking for volunteers to join our vibrant and fun team to provide our residents and members with one-on-one companionship, or to share their writing talents by recording our residents Life Story. More information and apply now
	Volunteer outing hosts - Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai Community Transport Calling all fun loving locals who care that our aged but independently living community members get out and about, safely, to enjoy themselves. HK Community Transport is seeking 'Outing hosts' to travel with their professional drivers, keep the attendees engaged on the bus and help co-ordinate their planned social event on the ground. More information and apply now
	Volunteer meals delivery driver - Hornsby area The Village Chef (formerly Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai Meals on Wheels) is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals in a responsible and friendly manner to the clients of Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby. We encourage dedicated individuals, business and corporate to join their volunteer team to make a difference to the vulnerable. More information and apply now
	Lifeline book shop and book depot volunteers Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury is looking for volunteers to help with their book shops, book depots, fairs and sales. Become part of their team in a fun social atmosphere and comfortable environment. More information and apply now
	Easy garden activities Easy Care Gardening looks after the gardens of people who are older so that they can stay living safety in their own homes. All levels of gardening experience welcome. They provide tools and training. Covid Safe practises are in place for all clients gardens. More information and apply now
	Community aid volunteers Lifeline provides social support for frail aged people 65 years or older. The volunteers form part of the Community Services team and provide a variety of services for older clients, eg. transport to appointments, companionship visits, accompanied shopping. More information and apply now

If none of the above opportunities are what you are looking for email Council's Volunteer Coordinator volunteers@krg.nsw.gov.au for more information or check Council's Bushcare page for more information.