Volunteer Profiles

Megan Read

“You get so much back. The rewards of volunteering definitely outweigh the sacrifice you are giving of your time. The connections you make, the support you get, the social inclusion - it’s a win-win."
Megan Read, volunteer, mother of four, farmer, Skipton.

Matt Bowker

“We set out to provide an opportunity for people to get involved in sport and exercise in an event that has wide appeal and would be accessible for everyone.”
Matt Bowker, volunteer, Kangaroobie Klassic, Princetown Institute of Sport

Skylar Carpenter

“Being a member of the Lions Club has allowed me to grow in confidence whilst being supported by a caring and encouraging group of people. The experience I have gained as a result of my membership in the club has been invaluable."
Skylar Carpenter, Camperdown Lions Club’s youngest member

Glenda and Noel Giddings

“There’s a lot of satisfaction in volunteering. We are feeling like we are contributing a lot to the residents.”
Glenda and Noel Giddings, aged care volunteers, Cobden

Leeanne and Dean Whitehead

“Don’t be afraid. Start small. You don’t have to take on big roles.
“You make lifelong friends and share people’s stories along the way.”
Leeanne Whitehead, lifelong Timboon volunteer, Timboon Action Secretary & her son Dean Whitehead, teacher, Timboon parkrun Co-ordinator.

Ben Dennis

“If you live in the community, it’s good to contribute and give something back. Find something you enjoy, commit as much or as little as you want. If you just want to touch base here or there and come to occasional working bees, that’s great, just find what works for you.”
Ben Dennis, President Terang Progress Association

Luke Reynolds

“We are in a strong position with about 120 active playing members. But we are not taking it for granted. You have to keep working hard at it – and as a volunteer, you get a lot out of it.”
Luke Reynolds, Pomborneit Cricket Club Secretary, Junior Co-Ordinator