Volunteering with CaringKids
CaringKids is a registered charity that recognises the role of young carers and works to reduce their feelings of loneliness and social isolation, by sending them Toy Boxes, we like to call Joy Boxes, packed with toys, games, stationery and books.
Our Vision is a world where play time is recognised as an essential need for young carers, enabling them to grow into healthy, resilient and compassionate adults.
We are registered with Centrelink for volunteering activities.
All volunteers must have a valid Working with Children Check.
Get involved
We are not joking when we say those Joy Boxes don’t pack themselves. So we’re always looking for volunteers aged over 18 who can spare some time to come and help sort and pack toys into boxes with us.
If you’d like to volunteer, don’t be shy, ‘Apply Now‘ and let’s get you involved.
The Roles
We are looking for:
Grants & Philanthropy Manager – Volunteer Role
The Grants & Philanthropy Manager is a key member of CaringKids’ Philanthropy and Fundraising team, responsible for driving the organisation’s grant strategy, securing funding, and ensuring a strong, sustainable pipeline of philanthropic support.
This role leads the full lifecycle of grant acquisition — from prospecting and research to proposal development, submission, acquittal, and relationship management with funders.
The Grants & Philanthropy Manager also supervises and mentors the Grant Research Assistant (Volunteer), ensuring high-quality research, strong alignment with organisational priorities, and a coordinated approach to funding opportunities.
This position requires strategic thinking, excellent writing skills, strong relationship management, and the ability to translate CaringKids’ mission and impact into compelling, evidence based proposals.
Essential
- Demonstrated experience in grant writing, fundraising, or philanthropy within the not for profit sector.
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to articulate impact clearly and persuasively.
- Strong research, analytical, and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.
- Demonstrated ability to work sensitively in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment.
- Commitment to CaringKids’ mission, values, and the wellbeing of young carers.
This volunteer position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of CaringKids by playing a key role in securing the resources needed to advance our mission. If you’re passionate about using your grant expertise to create meaningful change for young carers, we’d love to welcome you into our dedicated and compassionate team.
Suitable for
Centrelink Volunteers, Skilled Volunteers
Commitment
Regular – more than 6 months
Time required
This is a long-term volunteer role, with the expectation to commit to 7+ hours/week of volunteer hours. Working hours are flexible according to the availability of the volunteer. The role can be undertaken working from home or from our Banksmeadow office.
Reimbursement
We can reimburse certain costs such as transport etc upon agreement with Manager.
Closing date
7th May 2026
Grant Research Assistant – Volunteer Role
This volunteer position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of CaringKids by playing a key role in securing the resources needed to advance our mission.
If you have a passion for grant research and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to join our dedicated team of volunteers.
Some Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough and effective grant research.
- Compile and analyze information from various sources.
- Collaborate with the grants team to gather necessary data and insights.
- Assist in the development of persuasive and well-documented grant proposals.
- Maintain accurate records of grant opportunities.
- Manage a detailed, prioritised calendar.
Suitable for
Skilled Volunteers, Work Experience
Commitment
Regular – more than 6 months
Training
Yes. The Volunteer will have the opportunity to be mentored by our Grants Lead, gaining insights into the grant application process and nonprofit funding strategies.
Time required
This is a long-term volunteer role, with the expectation to commit to around 7 hours/week of volunteer hours. Working hours/days are flexible according to the availability of the volunteer. The role can be undertaken working from home or from our Banksmeadow office.
Reimbursement
Pre-approved travel costs and costs incurred on behalf of CaringKids.
Closing date
7th May 2026
CaringKids Toy Workshop Volunteers
Do you have a few spare hours to help us to send joy to young carers?
- Volunteers will assist with checking, cleaning, and sorting of toy donations
- Packing Toy Boxes (ensuring donations are appropriate and suitable) for our young carers
- Shifts are usually 2-3 hours; the workshop operates in the mornings on several weekdays and Saturdays
- We offer a friendly and fun environment for our volunteers
- We have tea & coffee and plenty of fun!
The workshop is located at Banksmeadow NSW 2019
How to apply
To apply for any position with CaringKids, please go to Seek Volunteer – Volunteer Opportunities with CaringKids to register your interest.
We are looking forward to meeting you.