Grow Your Skills, Confidence, and Perspective
In a world that moves faster every day, it’s easy to feel disconnected; from each other, from causes that matter, and sometimes even from ourselves. Volunteering is a powerful antidote to that disconnection. At Cahoots, we’ve seen how one person’s willingness to show up can spark joy, empower change, and create ripple effects that touch countless lives.
Whether you’re supporting children on an overnight support, lending your energy to our day support services, or simply offering a listening ear during a weekend social program, volunteering isn’t just an act of service, it’s an act of belonging.
Connection that Transforms
Volunteering with Cahoots places you at the heart of a vibrant, inclusive community where everyone is valued. From day one, you’re welcomed not just for what you can do, but for who you are. Our team is made up of passionate people who care deeply about providing safe, enriching experiences for children and young people with disability.
But it’s more than a support role, it’s a shared journey. Volunteers walk alongside participants, building relationships, celebrating achievements, and learning together. You may start out to help others, but along the way, you’ll find the experience transforms you too.
Volunteering with Cahoots isn’t just about giving back it’s also about finding your people. Many of our volunteers are new to Australia or international students looking to connect, contribute, and feel part of something meaningful. Camps and programs create the perfect environment to build friendships with like-minded people who share your values and energy. Cahoots is a welcoming space where everyone belongs and where strangers quickly become teammates, and teammates become friends.
Personal Growth in Every Step
Volunteering is one of the few things in life where giving leads to growing. You might develop leadership skills while guiding a group through activities, learn patience and adaptability in dynamic situations, or discover newfound confidence in your ability to connect and support others.
For young people considering careers in allied health, education, social work, or community engagement, Cahoots offers hands-on experience that no classroom can replicate. For professionals, it’s a meaningful way to give back and reconnect with values that can sometimes get lost in busy careers.
For retirees or community minded individuals? It’s a beautiful way to pass on wisdom, compassion, and encouragement.
Supporting Real Change
Cahoots doesn’t just run programs; we create experiences that change lives. Our services support children and young people with disability to feel seen, heard, and empowered in safe, inclusive environments.
Cahoots services don’t just support participants, they also offer valuable respite for families and carers. While children, teens, and adults enjoy safe, engaging experiences tailored to their needs, families get time to rest, recharge, and focus on other responsibilities. It’s peace of mind knowing your loved one is in caring hands, growing in confidence and having fun. Volunteers are key to making these experiences possible.
By joining our team, you’ll be helping to:
- Facilitate camps that build independence and confidence
- Support social programs that break down isolation
- Advocate for access, equity, and joy in every corner of our programs
Every moment you give supports a larger mission: making sure no young person is left out, overlooked, or underestimated.
Join Us!
We know volunteering might sound daunting at first. What will I be expected to do? Will I be helpful enough? Will I fit in?
Here’s the truth: if you care, you’re already halfway there.
Cahoots provides full training, support, and a welcoming culture that ensures every volunteer feels equipped and empowered. Whether you want to help once a month, every weekend, or for a special event, we have a place for you.
So, if you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it. Visit https://temp.cahoots.org.au/volunteer-with-us/ to discover how you can get involved, explore upcoming opportunities, or chat with our team about where you’d shine brightest.
When you join Cahoots, you’re not just giving time. You’re giving possibility.
