Lifeline relies on local volunteers to support our community initiatives. This enables Lifeline to support people in crisis, no matter where they are, 24 hours a day.
By volunteering you will be:
If you enjoy giving back to your local community, you may like to consider one of the below options through our Lifeline Centres. Our local Centres have various volunteer opportunities available depending on their local service needs.
Crisis supporters provide one-off support to people in crisis when they contact Lifeline. With a new called being made to Lifeline somewhere in Australia every minute, we are always in need of crisis supporters.
Learn more about what is required and how to volunteer as a crisis supporter.
Lifeline retail shops raise revenue through selling pre-loved items. This revenue is important so that Lifeline can continue to respond to people who need us. Volunteer roles available include:
To find out what volunteer roles are available, contact your local Lifeline Centre.
Lifeline’s book fairs often attract thousands of customers eager to find new books. These events raise funds for the local Lifeline Centre. Book fair volunteers are often avid readers; they have a good eye for opportunity and enjoy the company of others. They work well in a team to deliver these book fairs. Bookfair roles include:
To find out what volunteer roles are available, contact your local Lifeline Centre.
Our world is full of talented people with individual professions. Often the best volunteering you can offer is the skills you have. Our 43 centres around Australia utilise the skills of pro bono providers for all sorts of activity such as:
To find out what volunteer roles are available, contact your local Lifeline Centre.
Join a fundraiser or host a fundraiser on behalf of Lifeline, see our Fundraising page.
Provide assistance with office activities at your local Lifeline Centre.
To find out what volunteer roles are available, find your local Lifeline Centre.
Volunteer for Lifeline through an organised workplace volunteering program.
For more information see our Corporate Partnerships page.
