Volunteer
Volunteer with COA — Make a Difference Today
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at COA is a meaningful way to stay active, connect with others and support the wellbeing of Jewish seniors in our community. Whether you’re recently retired, looking to give back or want to use your skills for good, COA offers many ways to get involved.
Our volunteers are the heart of COA — from delivering meals to leading programs, they help us provide high-quality services at minimal cost.
Volunteering Opportunities
There’s a role for everyone at COA. Whether you prefer hands-on help, social engagement, or behind-the-scenes support, your time makes a real difference.
Current volunteering roles include:
Food & Meal Services
- Kosher Meals Packing & Delivery – help pack and sort or deliver fresh, kosher meals to seniors at home
- COA Fresh Packing & Delivery – pack and distribute fresh produce and essentials to seniors at home
- In-House Catering – assist in preparing meals and snacks at the COA Centre
Programs & Community Engagement
Convening or Presenting Weekly Activities – host or support activities like games, talks, or creative workshops
Centre Programming Support – contribute new ideas and help organise events for our members
Events – help set for events
Outreach & Community Support
- Hannah Meyer Project – visit Jewish seniors in aged care homes on Fridays, bringing Shabbat joy and connection
- Minyan Men – join others in forming a minyan to support families during times of loss
- Packing Hardship and Festival Parcels – help assemble and deliver care packages for those in need. This includes delivering yom tov parcels to Jewish residents in non Jewish nursing homes
- Assistance with office work, newsletters, printing sticking and labels for meals
- Shopping either for help with events or shopping for seniors in need
- Making birthday or calling and checking in on seniors in hospital
Many of our clients live alone and rely on volunteers for social connection and essential services. Your help ensures that COA can continue delivering support to everyone — regardless of financial means.
Join the Team
Are you:
- Looking for a fulfilling way to stay active?
- Passionate about supporting Sydney’s Jewish seniors?
- Kind, reliable and ready to give back?
Want to find more purpose?
We’d love to have you on board.
Complete the volunteer interest form below.
Please note: All volunteers must have a current police check, as required by aged care regulations.
If you are interested in volunteering with COA please fill in your details below:
