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| | | | | Volunteer opportunities available to support our community Whether it’s lending a hand to support those in need or helping local programs flourish, your time and talent can make a real difference in our community. This month, we’re spotlighting volunteer opportunities focused on community support - ranging from volunteer drivers to social companions. St Patrick's Community Support Centre: Community Store Volunteer
Help support the centre's programs by volunteering in the St Pats Community Store – a low cost/no cost store for people who are homeless/risk of homelessness/concession card holders and the general public. Volunteer Home Support: Volunteer Drivers – getting people from A to B
Drivers needed one-two weekdays to assist clients to various location in the metro area.
4Lifeskills2Work: Volunteer Assistant Community Support Worker
Assist Community Support Workers with clients who have an intellectual or physical disability to build on independent living skills. Advocare: Community Visitor Volunteer or Amana Living- Hale Hostel: Social Companion
Provide companionship, help overcome loneliness and brighten the day of an older person in their home or a residential aged care facility. Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Groups: General Volunteer
Volunteer to make a difference in the lives of hospital patients and their families. Meerilinga Children's Foundation: Community Support Worker
Work alongside staff in supporting children and families who attend the Early Learning programs. For further information on these opportunities and other volunteer roles please click the button below. | | Volunteer today! |
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| | | Free printing service Did you know that local community groups, clubs and not-for-profits are eligible for 500 free colour copies per month? All you need to do is register your organisation with the Cockburn Volunteer Resource Centre to benefit from this free printing service provided by the City.
For more information email us via the button below. | | Contact us |
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| | | The Grant Game: How to Plan, Write and Win Presented by Kim Rosenfeld: Community Grants Coordinator, City of Cockburn Want to win more grants? Join our hands-on grant writing workshop, perfect for not-for-profits and community groups. Whether you're just starting out or want to sharpen your skills, this practicial session will give you the tools and confidence to write grant applications that stand out. Learn: - What grant providers are looking for
- How to avoid common obstacles
- How to acquit like a pro Wednesday 20 August, 6-8pm, City Administration, 9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood
Registration Essential Open to all Cockburn groups, clubs, associations and not-for- profits. | | Register here |
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| | | | | | | Powered by Purpose
This year National Student Volunteer Week will take place from 4-10 August 2025. The 2025 theme is Powered by Purpose, shining a light on the motivations that drive young volunteers. | | Learn more |
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| | | | | Volunteering WA training Did you know that Volunteering WA offers Volunteer Manager Training workshops with a number of topics available? Details about upcoming training can be found via the link below. | | Learn more |
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| | | | | Events and workshops coming up |
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| | | | | Visit us at one of our Cockburn libraries with any questions you may have about volunteering:
Wednesday 6 August at Success Library or 3 September at Coolbellup Library from
10am-midday.
Otherwise, our office in the Cockburn Seniors Centre is open for appointment.
Please call us on 9411 3490 or email via the button below to book in a time. |
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| | | The Step into Volunteering information sessions are free, informal workshops that highlight volunteering opportunities in Cockburn.
Wednesday 20 August, 1pm at Spearwood Library - Bookings Essential.
Get information on the diverse range of volunteering opportunities, learn how to identify skills you can contribute, and the rights and responsibilities of volunteers. |
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| | | | | | | | Want to volunteer or have questions about volunteering? We're here to help! You can book an appointment to come in and have a chat at our office located in the Cockburn Seniors Centre at 9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood. To book an appointment, please send us an email or call 08 9411 3490. | | Get in touch |
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