2025 Te Tauihu Volunteer Strategy

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Become a
Volunteer

Volunteering is incredibly satisfying.
Work with not-for-profit organisations
across Nelson-Tasman

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Looking to connect with
a community group?

Find it on Found. Browse over 1000 listings for community groups
and organisations throughout the Top of the South Island.

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Community Connection & Volunteer Support

Volunteer Nelson provides easy access to community connection and volunteer opportunities in Nelson Tasman and supports organisations across Nelson Tasman to build strong, sustainable volunteer programmes.

Vision

Volunteer Nelson’s vision is “Everyone in Te Tauihu has easy access to a broad range of fulfilling volunteer work opportunities – to enrich their lives while contributing and connecting to their community.”

Te Tauihu Volunteer Strategy

Volunteers

Would you like another interest? Volunteering is incredibly satisfying. We work with not-for-profit organisations across Nelson-Tasman. Find out how you could get involved and help others.

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Community Organisations

Want to find volunteers for your organisation? Are you looking for updates and volunteer management training opportunities?

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Managers & Leaders of Volunteers

Whether you support one or a hundred volunteers, we can help! Find all sorts of resources from welcome pack templates and links to guidance on Health and Safety.

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Found Directory

FOUND is a growing web-based directory of over 1,500 community organisations across the top of the South. Whether you’re looking for culture, art, sport, recreation, education or welfare, you’ll find it in FOUND. The directory offers exciting functionality, including events listings by region or interest and a free profile page for every member organisation. The wide range of listed clubs and groups represents the extent and health of our community in the Nelson / Tasman region, whether it be culture, art, sport, recreation or welfare.

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Wellby – where everyone belongs

Wellby is a community-led initiative that’s helping the people of Nelson Tasman to better connect to their communities, improving their wellbeing. Several Wellby Talking Cafes are held across Nelson Tasman. Find out more at www.wellby.org.nz or on Facebook

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a volunteer in Nelson?

Volunteer Nelson connects people with volunteer opportunities across Nelson Tasman. Browse available roles or contact our team for personalised support.

Can my organisation recruit volunteers?

Yes. Volunteer Nelson helps charities and community organisations promote volunteer opportunities through SEEK Volunteer and provides recruitment advice.

Is volunteering free?

Yes. Our volunteer referral service is free for volunteers.

What is the Found Directory?

Found is a searchable online directory of more than 1,500 community groups and organisations across Te Tauihu.

Community Impact Award

Volunteer Nelson were the proud winners of the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce 2018 Community Impact Award, this award recognises a programme, project, campaign or an overall business that has had, or continues to have, a positive impact on the Nelson Tasman community in a way that inspires others and makes a difference.