Jenny’s Generosity Makes a World of Difference
Volunteers are the backbone of STEPS Charity. Without them, much of their work would not be possible. This year’s annual National Volunteer Week May 20-26 is a celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation’s volunteers. Each year approximately 6 million volunteers give up their time to contribute towards an annual economic and social […]
Julie digs deep for community causes
Julie Campbell only moved to Shelly Beach late last year, but already she has rolled up her sleeves and volunteered for several causes across the community including a charity op shop, a conservation group and STEPS Nursery. “I’ve also put my name down to volunteer with the turtle group, but so many people want to […]
STEPS volunteer Linda is learning and loving it
Avid gardener, reader and learner, Linda Ritchie has been volunteering at STEPS Pathways College in a supportive role for almost a year. Linda said she loves being a part of a program that provides students with the opportunity to gain independence. Helping students build skills, knowledge and confidence, STEPS Pathways College is a training course […]
Join the fun and volunteer with STEPS Community Services
Do you love to fish? Or are you a keen tenpin bowler? Enjoy Art? Movies? How about swimming? Outdoors? Cooking? STEPS Community Services is seeking volunteers to give a little time and have some fun helping us to provide people with a disability with opportunities to get active, socialise, and learn skills in our recreational […]
Giving back by teaching migrants and refugees
For many people learning a new language is difficult; but learning a new language and moving to a new country is unnerving – negotiating language, cultural, and social barriers can be perplexing and sometimes isolating. Vesylachmy Wendt understands these challenges because she experienced it first-hand when she emigrated from Penang, Malaysia to Australia in 1996. […]
6 ways volunteering can benefit you and your career
Looking for work? Volunteering has many benefits but did you know it can also benefit your career? Here’s how you can improve your employability and make volunteering work for you. Volunteering can: Give you an opportunity to try new things and discover what you are passionate about. If you are unsure about what direction you […]
