Local volunteer organisations
Thanks to these community organisations who keep our community strong and resilient.
For full list of volunteer organisations, see the volunteering tab in the community directory.
Aged Care
Arts & Culture
Education & Personal Development
Primary Ethics

A not-for-profit organisation provides Department of Education approved ethics education to all NSW public school students. The trained volunteers assist students in developing skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning and respectful discussion.
Contact: helpdesk@primaryethics.com.au
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St Lucy's School

St Lucy’s is a special primary school and high school for children with disability located in Wahroonga. The school specialises in a range of disabilities including intellectual disability, autism and sensory impairments.
Contact: volunteer@stlucys.nsw.edu.au
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Sydney U3A

Sydney U3A offers courses in Ku-ring-gai and Hornsby for members to explore new experiences in the arts, exercise, science, history, languages and more.
Contact: secretary.sydneyu3a@gmail.com
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ABC Friends Northern Suburbs of Sydney (NSoS)
ABC Friends NSoS Branch is committed to advocating and defending Australia's national public broadcaster (the ABC) because of its vital role as a pillar of a civil, educated, democratic and artistic Australia. It is a non-political, not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers.
Contact: janinemkitson@gmail.com
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Emergency
Nature & Environment
Community Events & Services
Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney

Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury Sydney (H2HS) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides vital life-saving services to support people in times of crisis. They support individuals and communities to become more resilient and suicide safe.
Contact: volunteer@lifelineh2h.org.au
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CASS Group

The CASS Group provides a wide range of social and welfare services for multicultural communities. CASS operates across Sydney including the Upper North Shore area.
Contact: volunteering@casscare.org.au
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Rotary Club of Wahroonga

The Rotary Club of Wahroonga provides volunteer support for events and activities, including the Wahroonga Village Fair, Bobbin Head Cycle Classic, The Dish, Hornsby Connect and more.
Contact: secretary@wahroongarotary.org
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Rotary Club of Turramurra

Turramurra Rotary Club is a diverse group of professional, business and community members. They provide volunteer support for events such as Bobbin Head Cycle Classic and more.
Contact: rebeccamatanle.rotary@gmail.com
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KYDS Youth Counselling

KYDS Youth Counselling is dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of young people aged 10 - 18. They provide free, confidential counselling services and holistic support for families. They need volunteers for their community events.
Contact: info@kyds.org.au
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Sports & Recreation