Thank you volunteers

Volunteers are the heart of ShelterBox Australia
Our volunteers engage with their communities and people every day and in every imaginable way – from fundraising at local events, to raising awareness at work and taking part in the action, both here in Australia and on deployment.
They share their passion for ShelterBox in their communities right across Australia, and help to ensure that no family goes without shelter after disaster and conflict.
During National Volunteer Week we look forward to recognising our volunteers amazing achievements with our Volunteer Awards.
2023 Volunteer Award Winners
2023 Volunteer Impact Award
Robert Shore
2023 Team of the Year Award
New South Wales Team
2023 Fundraiser of the Year Award
Peter Jarvis
2023 Volunteer Excellence Award
Peter Pearce
About the awards
Volunteer Impact Award
This volunteer award recognises a volunteer that has made a significant impact in their community through their work with ShelterBox.
Team of the Year Award
The Team of the Year Award recognises a team (large or small) that has achieved outstanding results.
Shining Star Award
The Shining Star Award recognises a volunteer that hosts an original, successful and well organised Shine event (e.g. winter Shine dinner, Boxing Day BBQ).
Fundraiser of the Year Award
The Fundraiser of the Year Award recognises a volunteer that has gone above and beyond to help raise awareness and funds for ShelterBox.
Volunteer Excellence Award
This award recognises volunteers that have demonstrated excellence in their role, commitment and passion for ShelterBox. These volunteers are offered the opportunity to attend an immersive ShelterBox course focussing on the complexities of disaster response and real deployments ( up to 5 Volunteer Progress Awards will be awarded each year with flights and accommodation paid).
Start your volunteer journey
Inspired by our volunteers? At ShelterBox we have a number of traditional and digital volunteer roles for Australian residents (temporary and permanent). Let us help you find a volunteer position that suits you and your lifestyle today!
Online Advocates
We ‘re looking for volunteers who will help raise awareness in their local communities by spreading the ShelterBox message through their online community. The ideal role for everyday individuals ready to make a difference.
Brand Ambassadors
Are you our next Brand Ambassador? We are looking for celebrities and influencer personalities who are known in their community, active on social media, and passionate about sharing the word about our important work.
ShelterBox Advocates
Raise awareness of ShelterBox within your Rotary club and act as a central contact back to ShelterBox and local Ambassadors. Share our passion, and ensure that the latest ShelterBox information is provided at the club level.