Volunteering Events in Ballarat

You're invited to the Ballarat Hospice Care End of Year Volunteer Barbecue! This is our time to come together, acknowledge the year and recognise achievements. We hope you can join us!

The Australian Red Cross Pillowcase Program teaches children in grades 3-5 how to prepare for emergencies. They'll discuss the importance of preparedness and learn coping mechanisms for stressful situations. Parent supervision is required, and a cuppa will be supplied!

Tour our Brookfield SDA HPS home! Discover a modern, inclusive space perfect for supported, community living. See how this home supports independent, community-based living for people with complex needs.

Celebrate the end of the year with Western Better Futures! Enjoy a free BBQ lunch, inspiring guest speakers, raffle, prizes, and games. Children are welcome, so bring your carer, support worker, or a mate for a day of fun and community spirit.

Join us for 16 days of taking action against gender-based violence and promoting gender equality at our White Ribbon Event 2025!

A monthly social group for young LGBTQIA+ people aged 12 to 17. Hang out in a safe space, meet new friends, get crafty, and enjoy free food. Supervised by Merri-bek Council staff and facilitated by Mim from Merri-bek Youth.

Friendly student social workers are available to support you with completing a wide range of forms from housing and benefits applications to healthcare or education paperwork. These sessions are open to everyone - no appointment needed! Bring any paperwork or information you have, and we’ll guide you through the rest.

Get help with your paperwork at our Forms Clinic! Friendly student social workers are available to support you with completing a wide range of forms from housing and benefits applications to healthcare or education paperwork. Open to everyone - no appointment needed!

Confused by paperwork? The Forms Clinic offers support with housing, Centrelink, healthcare, and other services. Friendly student social workers guide you through applications. Drop-in sessions welcome, or book a time to avoid waiting. Bring your paperwork, and we'll help you understand and complete the forms. Free and open to all!

Attend this practical workshop to learn how to safely challenge gender-based discrimination and promote gender equality. Topics include gender stereotypes, bystander action, and relevant scenarios to build confidence and skills. Suitable for ages 18 and over.

Take action and stand in solidarity with survivors of family and gender-based violence. Join local fibre artists and members of the Ava Tapestry Groups. Bring your own project along, or try your hand at basket-weaving, macrame, tapestry, or crochet with recycled t-shirt material. Materials provided and no experience necessary.