A volunteering event is a type of giving activity where employees can contribute their time and skills to meaningful causes. The platform makes it simple to browse, discover, and join volunteering opportunities that matter to you.
Step 1. Access search giving activities page
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There are two main ways to access the search giving activities page:
1. Open the left-hand navigation bar. Click to Search giving activities page.
2. From your home page, select Search giving activities button.
Step 2. Filter events to match your interests
Use filters to narrow down volunteering events that fit your schedule and preferences:
Location – choose events in your city, or available remotely.
Date – filter by specific dates or time ranges.
Attendance type – select in-person or online opportunities.
- Volunteer spots available – search for events with sessions that have the number of available volunteer spots you need.
- Type of volunteering – choose between general or skilled volunteering that uses your expertise.
- Time commitment – view opportunities that fit the hours you have available.
United Nations SDGs – filter events aligned with sustainable development goals.
- Causes – browse by themes such as environment, health, or education.
Step 3. Use the search bar to further narrow down your search
- Search for a charity or organisation that is of interest to you.
- Use keywords such as specific volunteering activities (e.g. painting or cooking) in the search bar to find relevant giving activities.
Step 4. Open the event page
Select View on the event you’re interested in.
This opens the event page with full details.
Step 5. Review the event details.
On the event page, you can:
- Review all cause areas and SDGs related to the event.
- Read the description and requirements to understand the purpose, activities, and any required documents or qualifications.
- Click See the volunteer list to view others who have already registered for the event.
- Make note of location and any additional notes to help you get easily plan your trip there.
Step 6. Check availability
- Select a session time that suits you.
- Look at the remaining spots available. Event sessions will either have unlimited or limited spots available.
Step 7. Contact the organiser (if needed)
- If you have questions, select Contact the organiser to reach out to the volunteer coordinator directly.
Step 8. Get ready to register
Once you’ve reviewed the details and confirmed your interest, you can proceed with registration. Follow the step-by-step guide to register for a volunteering event.