SPORTSBET | AUSTRALIA
This May and June, we’re calling all Sportsbettors to get involved and Do More. Together!
Below you will find lots of opportunities organised by our global volunteer partner, OnHand. Simply click the links below to sign up!
A reminder, all Sportsbet team members are eligible for two days of paid volunteer leave per calendar year – for further information visit SportsNet.
And don’t forget to enter your volunteer leave in Affinity so that we can track our collective impact.
Virtual Opportunity
The Million Step Tour
Date: 28 June - 20 July
Where: Wherever you are in the world!
Charity: Cure Leukaemia
Show your support for the riders of The Tour 21 by joining this year’s virtual challenge – The Million Step Tour.
Create your team (max. 5 people from anywhere in the world) and commit to walk as a team, 1,000,000 steps over three weeks. You don’t have to just walk, running and cycling is also allowed. You will be able to see your team progress across the Tour de France route and track yourself against other teams from across Flutter. And no challenge is the same without prizes, so sign up today and take on The Million Step Tour!
Become a Park Run Volunteer!
Where: Australia
Charity: Parkrun
All the roles are explained to you on the day, it’s super easy, fun and rewarding. Plus you get to feel a part of your local community.
Fancy giving it a go?
Group/Club Support for Men's Shed Australia
Where: Melbourne
Charity: Men’s Shed
AMSA are supporting over 1,200 Men’s Sheds in Australia. AMSA provides practical support and assistance, promotes the Men’s Shed movement to corporate and community partners, and advocates to government and health organisations on behalf of thousands of Australian men. Join the community today!
Become a Red Cross Shop volunteer
Where: Australia
Charity: Australian Red Cross
The Australian Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and support to vulnerable people in Australia and internationally. They offer a wide range of services, including blood donation, first aid training, and community programs aimed at promoting health, safety, and social inclusion.
The Australian Red Cross is seeking volunteers for their retail shops to sell new and pre-loved items. This role offers a chance to connect with the community, work with fashion, and support Red Cross teams providing care and support 365 days a year.
Technology for Australian Museum
Where: Australia
Charity: Australian Museum
Volunteering online is a great way to join the community and contribute your skills without the requirement of being onsite. Volunteers join virtual expeditions from institutions around the world, including the Australian Museum. You can transcribe (type out) content contained in collection labels, historical documents or even identify animals. By transcribing you are helping to make natural history collections more accessible for scientific and cultural research. There is no prior knowledge or skills required to volunteer, and can help transcribe collections online anywhere and anytime!
Join Edgar's Mission Campaigns
Where: Australia
Charity: Edgar Mission
Edgar’s Mission is a not-for-profit sanctuary for rescued farmed animals with a vision for a humane and just world for all. Through education, outreach, advocacy, community enrichment and tours, Edgar's Mission encourage people to expand their circle of compassion to include all animals. Join the Kindness Moo-vement! Learn from Edgar's Mission's advocacy campaigns, which seek to inspire compassion, understanding and respect for all animals and promote responsible and humane treatment towards animals in our community.
Write to senior citizens for Letters Against Isolation
Where: Australia
Charity: Letters Against Isolation
Hand-write personal, cheerful, heartfelt letters and cards to senior citizens in aged care facilities in the UK, Australia, Israel, Canada, and the US. This mission is remote, so can be completed from home, on your own schedule. You can create however many letters you like. You can write in English and many other languages.
Volunteer with the YMCA Australia
Where: Australia
Charity: YMCA Australia
The YMCA in Australia focuses on empowering young people and fostering community through diverse programs in recreation, health and fitness, youth empowerment, education, and childcare. Volunteering at YMCA offers a chance to connect with your community and make a difference by assisting with programs and services, allowing for personal and professional growth. Interested individuals need to complete a free Working with Children Check.
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Want to browse for more opportunities in your local area?
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Want help organising a Team Volunteering Day?
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Any questions?
Or if you’ve already organised a volunteering event and want it featured here please reach out to your Do More Lead
Lead: Nerida Crake
Contact: nerida.crake@sportsbet.com.au