Ways to volunteer in Taranaki

meals on wheels
90 minutes every 2 weeks, varies

Meals on Wheels driver

We're looking for friendly volunteer drivers to deliver meals in neighbourhoods across New Zealand.
Become a Breakfast Club mentor
1.5 hours a week

Breakfast club mentor

Join a Red Cross breakfast club and become a positive role model for children.
Our community transport volunteers help people get from here to there with care.

Community Transport driver

Our friendly Community Transport volunteer drivers help people all around New Zealand get to their medical appointments. Please note that this service is coming to an end. The service will continue to run in several regions as we transition, with all regional services concluding by 2023. You can check what is happening in your area by calling 0800 733 276.
DWST member Gypsy responds during the Whanganui floods in 2015.

Disaster response team volunteer

Our disaster response teams respond to emergencies, helping Kiwi communities get through.
Event volunteers

Event volunteer

Volunteering during fundraising events is a great way to get involved with Red Cross without needing to commit to ongoing volunteer hours.
Magazines and treats on a hospital trolley

Hospital services volunteer

Make a difference for those in hospital. Provide a friendly welcome to patients or take the Red Cross trolley for a tour of the wards, offering drinks, snacks, books and magazines.
A Red Cross knitting group in action in Auckland

Knitting group volunteer

Love to knit - and to natter? Join one of our social knitting groups and support those in need in your community.
Volunteer retail store
4 hours a week

Red Cross Shop volunteer

Do you have a love for fashion and want some retail work experience? Volunteer at your local Red Cross Shop!