There are many ways to volunteer with us.
Hundreds of volunteers work in our Carlton office on a weekly basis. The wide variety of roles includes:
Our major fundraising events include:
Many thousands of volunteers get involved in these events by selling merchandise, holding their own functions or helping with administration in our head office. The success of our fundraising is entirely dependant on the willingness and dedication of our volunteers. See our fundraising page for details of different events.
We have over 34 volunteer groups located throughout Victoria. These groups help support their local communities and raise vital funds for cancer research, education and support. Many participate in our major events, and also organise a wide range of local fundraisers including stalls, raffles, trivia nights and open gardens. For more information contact:
Volunteer Coordination Office
Phone: 1300 65 65 85
Email: volunteergroups@cancervic.org.au
Each Relay For Life event begins with a Survivors and Carers Walk that honours participants' courage, strength and victory over cancer. By attending a Survivors and Carers Walk, all Victorians can reflect on their own cancer journey, or show their support for others facing cancer. For more information visit www.relayforlife.org.au or call 1300 65 65 85.
Cancer Connect is a phone peer support service that puts people in touch with others who've had a similar cancer experience. A minimum 2-year period since completion of treatment for cancer is required to be a Cancer Connect volunteer. Call the Cancer Council Helpline on 13 11 20 for more information.
We're in desperate need of donated wigs, beanies, and holiday breaks for people who are undergoing cancer treatment. We need more people to sew (not knit) hats, chemo caps and cotton scarves for summer. We also need more donations of holiday homes, units or retreats so we can offer cancer patients a short holiday break. It doesn't need to be long - a weekend or 2 a year is very useful. If you can help, contact cis@cancervic.org.au or 13 11 20.
