Click here to enrol as a volunteer for Variety.
Here at Variety, we are unwavering in our commitment to improving the quality of life for children with special needs. Variety is a not-for-profit organisation that provides grants to individuals and organisations for a great number of items such as special wheelchairs, vocal output speech devices, prosthetic limbs, special play equipment and Liberty Swings.
Volunteers play a pivotal role in our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of disadvantaged and special needs children. It is through the hard work and dedication of our volunteers that we are able to celebrate our many achievements.
We are fortunate to have the support of a variety of corporates every year. We welcome and encourage support at all levels - from small businesses to large multi-national companies.
Employee volunteering builds morale, promotes teamwork, and develops a relationship with local communities across Australia. Employees can become involved via helping us out on children’s outings, Variety’s annual Kids Christmas party, (which sees over 5,000 attend at the Sydney Convention Centre) team fundraising initiatives or payroll deductions. Companies can help facilitate employee involvement by dollar matching gifts made to Variety or give employees time to volunteer their services.
Joining Variety not only gives the opportunity to meet new friends, learn new skills and share experiences, but also attaches you to an organisation that works collectively to achieve so much for Australian children and their families..
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Volunteer Opportunities
© Volunteer to be part of Variety Annual Kids Christmas party at the Sydney Convention Centre
© Volunteer to help with the Ladies of Variety whom organize trips for kids with special needs twice a month (past trips include ice skating and trips to the zoo)
© Volunteer in Variety’s head office
© Volunteer and be involved with Young Variety
© Take part in Variety Annual Bash around Australia
© Promote Variety in your email signature
© Circulate Variety’s newsletter to your friends and family
© Workplace Giving
© Join Variety’s new monthly giving club; Heartbeat
© Hold a workplace barbeque for Variety
© Organise prizes/auction items for events
© Assist at varied events during the year (setting up/ raffle ticket sales)
Contact us
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or require further information please contact our Volunteer Development Department.
e: michelle.klimpsch@varietynsw.org.au
p: 02 9555 1688
Frequently asked questions
Q: Who can be a Variety volunteer?
A: To be eligible a volunteer you must be 18 years or older.
Q: How much time would I need to commit?
A: As a volunteer for Variety (NSW) you decide how much time you can commit. Many of our volunteers also have other commitments. Variety is grateful for any time volunteers can give.
Q: What skills do I need to be a Variety volunteer?
A: There are no skills required – all we ask is that you are enthusiastic, motivated and have a genuine interest in helping special needs children.
Q: Are volunteers required to undergo any special checks?
A: As we are a children’s charity all our volunteers are required to pass a National Police Check and in some states, a Working with Children Check.
