We just love the volunteering spirit that’s on display across every corner of the NSW Central Coast. It’s not unique to the region, but it does make it an extra special place, helping to build a healthier and well-connected community. […]
Three cheers for the volunteers from the East
Volunteers from Sydney’s East have helped keep us safe, active, connected and as healthy as could be. They are the life blood of the local community. It was fitting to take the time today to say thank you -virtually speaking […]
Team Orana are a showcase of volunteering excellence
Communities across the wide expanse of the Orana region are connected via the relentless efforts of their volunteers. From emergency services, drought & bushfire relief and healthcare to the sporting fields and the arts – Orana’s volunteers have it all […]
Westpac Foundation invests $500,000 creating employment opportunities in local communities
Four social enterprises – Good Cycles, CareerSeekers, Dismantle and Hotel Housekeeping – have received $500,000 in combined funding from Westpac Foundation to help create employment pathways. With an aim to create 1,500 new opportunities over the next two years, the […]
COVID-19 Resources
NSW Government: Free Resources NEW: Gathering Safely: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) guidelines for seniors My Business’s COVIDSafe Plan NSW Government Website: Official information and advice on COVID-19 Mental Health and the coronavirus Digital Lunchbreak The Centre for Volunteering: Free Resources Returning […]
Virtual celebrations go west to honour volunteers
It’s been tough for communities across the NSW Central West over the past 12 months – but the regions strong volunteering spirit is always there to help people pull through. It was entirely appropriate for us all to dial in […]
Supplementary Volunteer Grants
Applications for the 2020 Supplementary Volunteer Grants program are now closed. All applicants will be notified by 4 December 2020 on the outcome of their application. The Australian Government has provided The Centre for Volunteering with funding to administer a […]
Australia’s Community Sector & COVID-19: Supporting communities through the Crisis
An Australian community sector special report has found the community service sector is approaching crisis point due to COVID-19. More than a million people have been excluded from income support and expected cuts to income support for over 2 million […]
Virtual volunteering roadshow rolls in to Parramatta and Sydney’s Northern Districts
There were thanks and kind words all-round for the COVID safe celebrations at the Central Sydney virtual ceremony for 2020 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. It’s been a tough year for volunteering, but we’ve seen people of all ages […]
Sheargold Foundation Grants
The foundation makes grants across a range of charitable activities. Our grants are made in two ways: In response to applications and/or an expression-of-interest. In response to a need or opportunity pro-actively identified by the Foundation’s Board. Below are the […]