Volunteering at Lou’s
Lou’s Place is supported by a team of over 100 volunteers - without whom we couldn’t keep our doors open.
They give their time, skills and energy so we can provide the best possible services to women in need.
Their invaluable contribution helps create a warm, home-like atmosphere at Lou's Place.
They provide us with a crucial network of supporters and resources.
They build a bridge to the wider community.
They enable us to offer a wide range of services and specialist programs.
Their work helps minimise our running costs.
And they make Lou's Place unique.
Specialist volunteers co-ordinate creative, therapeutic activities for the women we work with such as classes in art, music, jewellery-making, sewing, yoga and more. Volunteers at Lou’s Place may also facilitate workshops to provide skills and education in different areas such as health, and budgeting.
Kitchen volunteers prepare and cook a delicious lunch every day, from Monday through to Friday.
”Behind The Scenes” volunteers, in addition to basic administrative and cleaning help, are also involved with marketing, social media management and web development.
On being a volunteer...
“Lou's Place is a great place to volunteer. The work they do to support these women is nothing short of amazing! I'm glad I can be part of assisting with that!"
- THARNI
“To feel uplifted after spending time with women in need is such a gift, such a privilege. This is how it is at Lou's. To witness the direct benefits of a welcoming place on the lives of women in need is extraordinary. I'm constantly humbled and reminded of the fine line that separates us all. I'm reminded of the basic premise of humanity and for that I am very grateful."
- BEC
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please contact us on volunteering@lousplace.com.au. You can also like us on Facebook to check for advertised volunteer positions.
Our volunteers are rostered to make a regular commitment to Lou’s Place. That commitment can be anywhere from once a week to once a month. This regularity and dependability is essential for Lou's Place to run smoothly. Both our clients and volunteers benefit hugely from regular contact.
Before going on our roster, all volunteers do a training session run by our staff and Chair of Volunteers to familiarise them with our operations and procedures. We also require a standard police check, a Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a signed agreement form between The Marmalade Foundation (which runs Lou’s Place) and each new volunteer.