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The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre (BVRC) supports community organisations and volunteer leaders to recruit, manage and celebrate volunteers. Membership is free and gives you access to tools, training and a network of over 400 local community organisations. All our services are free.

Benefits of membership

  • Promote your volunteer roles through the Boroondara Volunteer Portal.
  • Manage recruitment via the Member Portal.
  • Connect with skilled professionals through the Boroondara Volunteer Skills Bank.
  • Access free workshops, network meetings and events.
  • Receive monthly bulletins, alerts and sector updates.

What’s the Member Portal?

The BVRC Member Portal is a secure online hub where you can manage all aspects of your volunteer recruitment in one place. It allows you to:

  • advertise volunteer roles.
  • view and contact applicants.
  • send offers to skilled professionals in the Boroondara Volunteer Skills Bank.
  • access templates, tip sheets and video guides.

You’ll receive login details when you join. We can also take you through the system by phone or arrange an online demonstration.

Already a member?

Log in to the BVRC Member Portal

Promote your volunteer roles

We promote your roles to thousands of local volunteers through:

  • Boroondara Volunteer Portal.
  • SEEK Volunteer and GoVolunteer.
  • BVRC monthly volunteer e bulletins.
  • BVRC LinkedIn and Facebook pages.

Boroondara Volunteer Skills Bank

Our Volunteer Skills Bank connects you with more than 800 registered professionals who are ready to share their expertise. Skills range from governance, communications and grant writing to IT, web development and social media.

The Boroondara Volunteer Skills Bank is a unique dedicated skilled volunteer database. It offers skilled roles directly to volunteers. Members can use the Member Portal to search the Skills Bank and offer skilled roles directly to volunteers. Learn more about the Boroondara Volunteer Skills Bank or book a tutorial with the BVRC.

Training, events and networking

We offer:

  • professional development workshops for volunteer managers.
  • skill building workshops for volunteers.
  • bi monthly Volunteer Leader Network Meetings to share experiences and learn from peers. Find details and register to attend on our Events for volunteer leaders page.
  • signature events including the Boroondara Volunteer Expo, International Volunteer Managers Day Forum, Boroondara Volunteer Awards and sector celebrations.

Stay informed

Members receive:

  • monthly Member Bulletin with BVRC news, events and updates.
  • training and Events Alert with upcoming workshops and events.
  • skilled Volunteer Alert showcasing newly registered skilled volunteers.

About membership

To be eligible for membership, your organisation must be a not-for-profit registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) or be an incorporated association registered with Consumer Affairs Victoria.

To advertise volunteer roles, access skilled volunteers​ or take part in BVRC events and activities, organisations must hold both Personal Accident Insurance covering volunteers, and Public Liability Insurance. Each Certificate of Currency must clearly state the insurance type, policy number, coverage and expiry dates and the insurer’s name.

Screening and background checks

The BVRC doesn’t screen volunteers. Member organisations are responsible for managing all screening and background checks.

How to join

Membership is free. To become a member and access our support services, select the sign up button below to complete a short form and we’ll be in contact.

Sign up for BVRC Membership

Promote your organisation

Once registered for membership, raise awareness of your volunteer programs and hear directly from interested volunteers by listing your organisation on our Volunteer in community organisations page.

Apply to list your organisation

Contact us

Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is located at the Council offices at 8 Inglesby Road, Camberwell.

We’re available 8:30 am to 5:15 pm:

  • In person: Tuesday to Thursday
  • Online: Monday to Friday.

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