Urgent volunteering needs

Updated 28/02/2025

We are urging people to consider volunteering for New Zealand Red Cross to help deliver on our mission to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and enhancing community resilience. 

We are seeking applicants to put their name forward in the upcoming New Zealand Red Cross Area Council election 2025. The nomination period for the election is from 15th February to 17th March. 

Applications from individuals who are joining the Red Cross for the first time are open until 10th of March.

Area councillor

"Applications from people new to volunteering with Red Cross are now closed".

For more information 

• When you volunteer for Red Cross, you’re becoming a member of an internationally recognised movement for good. Find out about volunteering for New Zealand Red Cross, what you can do and why it’s good for you too.  

Find out more about volunteering at Red Cross

• Call us on 0800 REDCROSS to find our more about volunteering as a Red Cross volunteer today.