Resources, News, Events & Tools
We are hiring a Manager to lead our VHB team!
Are you a caring people person who is also a highly organized experienced manager? We need your talents!
If you have leadership and management experience; writing and communication skills; events experience and are... Read More
Kingi Wilson and Maree Langford have the distinction of being Volunteering Hawkes Bay’s Volunteers of the Month for August 2023.
They were nominated because of their work in providing help, support and meals to those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Kingi sent us this... Read More
In this online webinar, you will learn to use the LOOK, LISTEN and LINK framework, which will give you the tools to support those you may be concerned about.
In understanding some of the warning signs, having safe and direct conversations about suicide, and linking the person... Read More
Community volunteering is a valuable way for businesses to contribute to their community's social and environmental well-being while gaining benefits for their business and staff. According to Volunteering New Zealand, volunteering has positive benefits for the volunteer and the... Read More
Volunteering overseas is a great way to expand your horizons, learn new skills, and positively impact the world. Whether you want to help with conservation, education, health, or human rights, volunteering offers many opportunities to go global. In this article, we will explore... Read More
Lucy and James Rochester have the distinction of being Volunteering Hawkes Bay’s Volunteers of the Month for July 2023.
They were nominated by Jenny Cawston, for helping a friend who lost her home and contents at Waiohiki. They kindly took the friend into their home and have... Read More
A new tool to support volunteer engagement.
Volunteers | tūao give their unpaid time and skills to communities and causes they believe in. This volunteering action needs to be nurtured and enabled. Our Guidelines are based on what volunteers need and offers easy steps... Read More
Sandra Hazlehurst, Mayor of Hastings, shouts out her thanks to the volunteers of Hawkes Bay.
Kirsten Wise, Mayor of Napier, shouts out her thanks to the volunteers of Hawkes Bay.
With volunteers contributing so much to the success of organisations, community projects and groups, ensuring they are recognised, appreciated and valued for all they do is essential. Here are some ideas to help you get started.
Create a volunteer appreciation wall in your... Read More
St Vincent de Paul (Hastings / Flaxmere) has the distinction of being Volunteering Hawkes Bay’s Volunteer of the Month for June 2023.
They were nominated by Clare Broderick, who wanted to express a HUGE thanks to all the St Vincent de Paul volunteers for all the work that... Read More
Volunteering can be a rewarding way to help others and positively impact society. But did you know that volunteering can also help your job search? Here are some of the benefits of volunteering for people who are re-entering the workforce:
Volunteering can fill the gaps in... Read More
We asked Tarun why he chooses to volunteer.
His response..."It's something I always wanted to do, I want to be active in the community and I want to learn how to communicate better".
No matter your age, there are numerous ways in which you can be involved in your... Read More
Marilyn has the distinction of being Volunteering Hawkes Bay’s Volunteer of the Month for May 2023.
She was nominated by Emma Buchanan, the Manager of the Environment Centre, who had this to say about Marilyn.
"Marilyn is currently acting as our board secretary... Read More
Across Hawkes Bay, there are a number of community groups, organisations and businesses that are helping the region to recover from Cyclone Gabrielle. Whether you are looking for help, or wanting to help, the following list is a good starting point.
Cyclone Hawkes Bay... Read More
