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Help raise funds for wildlife

Help protect native Australian wildlife by joining our Fundraising team! As a volunteer, you’ll support the vital work of Currumbin Wildlife Hospital treating and rehabilitating native animals, along with our research and conservation programs.

Our volunteers engage with supporters, share information about our mission, and assist with fundraising events. Whether you’re interested in short-term or ongoing opportunities, your contribution will make a real difference in preserving our precious wildlife.

Ready to join our passionate team? Apply now to become a Fundraising Volunteer!

Volunteer Info

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What to Expect

Choice of short term or ongoing volunteering opportunities available
Option for mainly office-based role at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Option to engage with a diverse community across the Gold Coast
Full training and use of a vehicle will be provided (if relevant)
Join a team of passionate volunteeers

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Tasks May Include

Respond to emails and phone calls
Engage with the community to understand support preferences
Write and send thank you notes, cards, and emails
Share case studies and impact stories with donors
Record donor information in CRM
Assist with donation programs and events
Attend fundraising events to assist with setup, raffle sales, and guest engagement

Volunteer Shifts

Both short-term or ongoing opportunities available
Dfiferent volunteer work available depending on your strengths, desires and fitness
Your time donated is directly helping thousands of native animals

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Volunteer Benefits

Make a meaningful difference in wildlife conservation.
Gain valuable experience in fundraising and community engagement.
Join a supportive team dedicated to preserving Australia’s native wildlife.

Interested?

Read Our Volunteer Info Guide

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FAQ’s

What are the shift times?

Shift times vary depending on the volunteering role. Some roles are 3-4 hours per week; others require a commitment of 6-8 hours per week for at least 6 months. You can find information on shift types in each role description.

What level of fitness is needed?

This depends on the role you apply for. We encourage you to read the position description carefully to understand what’s involved. Roles like Park and Wildlife Volunteers require a good level of fitness as they involve walking and standing for extended periods of time.

How do I apply?

Once you found the role you would like to volunteer in, you can submit an application form via our website.

What is the application process?

After you apply online, your application will be screened by our volunteer recruitment team. Suitable candidates will be contacted via phone or email to further explain the role, confirm your availability and discuss the selection criteria.

If you're successful after the initial stages, we will ask you to complete three trial shifts to ensure the role is a good fit for both you and our team.

Are there any fees to volunteer?

There is a registration fee for successful volunteers, which will cover everything you'll need to get started, including your volunteer uniform and name badge. After 3 months of volunteering, you’ll also receive a NTAQ TEAMS card with benefits including free entry and discounts at the Sanctuary and other Queensland National Trust properties, providing our valued volunteers with a whole host of benefits and perks.

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Jingeri – Hello

We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the greater Yugambeh language region, the Country on which Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Hospital are situated today. We recognise their continuing connections to the land, sky, waters (waterways), and wildlife. We thank them for caring for this Country and its ecosystems.

We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and we pay our respect to Elders past and present.