Volunteering Geelong

13/10/2026

Be part of the team behind the Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race in 2027.

The Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race wouldn’t be possible without the incredible volunteers who help bring the event to life each year.

Whether you’re assisting riders on course, welcoming spectators, supporting event operations, or helping behind the scenes, every volunteer plays an important role in creating a safe, seamless, and memorable experience.

Volunteering is a great way to be part of one of Australia’s premier cycling events, connect with your community, meet new people, and experience the excitement from a unique perspective.

Join the team and be part of the 2027 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race.
Register via volunteer page on our website

13/10/2026

05/10/2026

Geelong Design Week officially launched at Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre last night, kicking off 11 days of inspiration, innovation and creativity across our region! 🎨

Cr Elise Wilkinson says Geelong has always been a city of makers, with a proud history of turning ideas into action.

Geelong Design Week celebrates the people, projects and bold thinking helping shape our future as Australia's first City of Design, from architecture and sustainability to manufacturing, technology and the creative industries.

With more than 80 events running until 11 October, there's something for everyone to explore, learn and enjoy.

Read more in Cr Wilkinson's recent column in the Geelong Advertiser 👇 and check out the program at: https://www.geelongdesignweek.com.au/

📸 Cr Wilkinson (second from right) at the launch of Geelong Design Week with Cr Emma Sinclair, Wadawurrung Traditional Owner Ash Skinner and the City's Tracey-Lea Smith. Pam Hutchinson Photography

01/10/2026

A big thank you to Victoria Blinds for supporting Volunteering Geelong and giving back to local non profits in our community.

We encourage everyone to support local and support the businesses that support our community. When local businesses give back, it helps community organisations continue creating opportunities and making a difference across our region.

Thank you, Aaron and the Victoria Blinds team, for helping make our Geelong West Town Hall office a little more comfortable!

01/10/2026

Current Volunteering Opportunities:

There’s something powerful about showing up for your community, whether it’s sharing a meal, supporting people with disability, visiting an older person, helping young people, getting active, or simply lending a hand.

Current OCTOBER volunteer roles available across Geelong and surrounding communities:

🍲 Day General Support – The Outpost Inc. (Geelong)
Help serve hot meals and drinks, connect with people experiencing homelessness or hardship, and provide a friendly, non-judgemental conversation.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 10am–2pm | Regular, fortnightly or monthly opportunities.

🌿 Community Centre Volunteer – Vines Road Community Centre (Geelong West)
Help support community events, maintain gardens and grounds, and assist with programs at the centre.
Flexible opportunities | Meet new people | Develop new skills and make a difference locally.

🦽Community Services Volunteer – Gateways Support Services (North Geelong)
Support inclusive Social Connect and Recreation programs for adults and young people with disability and additional needs.
Weekdays, evenings, weekends & school holidays | Minimum 25 hours | Training and ongoing support provided.

🦁 Community Volunteer – Lions Breakfast Club Geelong Lions Clubs Australia (Local communities)
Get involved in practical community projects, local events, fundraising and activities that support people in your community.
Opportunities for all ages and backgrounds | Families, students, retirees and first-time volunteers welcome.

💛 Greek Speaking Aged Care Visitor – Elder Rights Australia Elder Rights Advocacy (St Leonards)
Build a meaningful friendship with an older Greek-speaking gentleman through regular visits, conversation and companionship.
Fortnightly visits | Around one hour | Training and ongoing support provided.

🚶 Active Walk Volunteer – Active Geelong (Geelong & Corio)
Welcome walkers, help organise weekly walks and walk alongside participants at their own pace before enjoying a cuppa and conversation together.
Tuesday mornings in Geelong | Thursday mornings in Corio | Great for people who enjoy walking and connecting with others.

💜 Support Volunteer – House of Hope, Foundation 61 (Mount Duneed)
Help facilitate group programs supporting women whose lives have been impacted by addiction and other life challenges.
Weekends | 4–8 hours per week | Communication skills, maturity and a caring approach valued.

📦 Warehouse Support Volunteer – Our Village (South Geelong)
Help sort, organise and prepare donated nursery and baby essentials for families experiencing hardship across the Geelong region.
Great for practical, hands-on volunteers | Help give preloved items a second life.

🏄 Surf Mentoring Team – Ocean Mind Incorporated (Surf Coast)
Support young people through therapeutic surfing programs designed to build confidence, connection, communication and social skills.
Surf Coast opportunities | Working with young people aged 8–18 | Training and support provided.

🏐 Volleyball or Futsal Youth Program – Cultura (North Geelong)
Support culturally diverse young people through sport, social connection and positive group activities.
Great for people who enjoy sport, working with young people and building community connections.

Volunteering looks different for everyone.

Sometimes it’s lending a hand.
Sometimes it’s sharing a conversation.
Sometimes it’s getting involved in something you love.
Sometimes it’s simply showing up.

No matter your skills, experience or availability, there’s a place for you in our community.

🌐 Visit our website to explore even more current volunteer opportunities across the Geelong region:

volunteeringgeelong.org.au

24/09/2026

Calling all Geelong volunteer-involving organisations!

This free, practical workshop is for you and your volunteers,exploring how we can support each other, stay safe, have meaningful conversations, set healthy boundaries and work safely with lived and living experience.

Supporting Each Other & Staying Safe
Thursday 8 October 2026
9.20am arrival | 9.30am–12.15pm
Geelong West Town Hall | Free parking

Only 16 places available, so don’t miss out!

Register now to secure your spot: https://forms.gle/vK6fY4LBc3Ct8WiQA

23/09/2026

A wonderful morning celebrating community, connection and young volunteers.

We were delighted to be invited by the Beyond Bank Geelong, team to celebrate the opening of their new branch in the heart of Geelong.

It was a beautiful morning in the City of Greater Geelong , we were thrilled to be part of this momentous occasion alongside local community partners and supporters.

A very special highlight was reconnecting with our very own Volunteering Geelong 2026 Youth Volunteer of the Year, Alexander.

Alexander is the inspiring young founder of Shoot For Kindness Blockout Bullying, an initiative empowering young people to become upstanders and speak up against bullying.

It was fantastic to see Alexander recognised and celebrated for the incredible difference he is making in our community.

A huge thank you to Cam and the team at Beyond Bank for inviting us along, for hosting such a wonderful morning, and for your continued support of our volunteering community.

We love seeing organisations, young people and community groups coming together to recognise the power of volunteering and create positive change.

Congratulations on the new Geelong branch, Beyond Bank.

Beyond Bank Geelong:
📍Corner of Moorabool and Malop Streets, Geelong 💜

17/09/2026

🏃🏾GO DESTY!

This Sunday is a big one for City of Greater Geelong , with the very first Geelong Marathon, Geelong Running Festival taking to the streets, and we’re pretty proud to have our very own Desty representing Volunteering Geelong.

Desty, is a Deakin University Waterfront Campus student currently completing his placement with us, and this weekend he’ll be swapping the office for the running course!

We are also proud to have connected event organisers, with volunteers from across our region who have put their hands up to help bring this fantastic event to life. It’s another great example of volunteers being right at the heart of the big moments happening in our city.

To every volunteer giving their time this weekend, thank you. And to Desty, our Volunteering Geelong community will be cheering you on all the way to the finish line!

Interested in being a part of an event like this as a Volunteer? Join Volunteering Geelong’s volunteer events list to hear about upcoming opportunities across our region 🔗https://volunteeringgeelong.org.au/events/

10/09/2026

Today is R U OK? Day.

We all know that checking in with someone should not be limited to one day. But sometimes, having a day that reminds us to pause, ask the question and really listen is a good place to start.

Today, we are thinking especially about our volunteers.

People who give their time, energy and care to support others. People who are often busy looking out for everyone else, while their own wellbeing can easily go unnoticed.

So today, we want to ask our volunteers too.

Are you OK?

And to the many volunteers who will be out in their communities today asking others that very question, and to the volunteers who give their time to R U OK? and help make these conversations possible, thank you.

Your care matters. Your time matters. And so do you.

Let’s keep checking in, today and every day. 💛