December 5, 2013 is International Volunteer Day, a day where the world celebrates people who are acting as agents of change in their communities.
In Robina, 16% of the population report doing some form of voluntary work. Without volunteers, many charitable and community organisations wouldn’t be able to run in Gold Coast City. In honour of International Volunteer Day we have showcased some of the fantastic organisations in Robina where volunteers regularly contribute to our community.
Red Cross Robina Donor Centre
Opening in 2009, the Robina Blood Donor Centre on Robina Town Centre Drive is a donor centre for the Australian Red Cross Blood Service, a division of the Red Cross. The Blood Service’s donor community is built from a strong, ongoing community connection, and relies upon the spirit of volunteerism through both blood donors and community members. Over 550,000 volunteer blood donors sustain the Blood Service and make a significant difference to the lives of others.
Currently, Red Cross Robina are calling for plasma donors. Plasma donations are vital for bone marrow transplants, burn victims and cancer patients. Your plasma donation can make 17 life-saving treatments for those in need.
How to volunteer: For more information visit donateblood.com.au
RSPCA: Robina Op Shop
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) is a community based charity that works to prevent cruelty to animals by actively promoting their care and protection. The RSPCA has a strong volunteer base and volunteers are important parts of all levels of their operations. Examples of where volunteers contribute to the RSPCA include caring for animals in shelters, performing administrative roles, working in op shops, and assisting with special events and fundraising.
How to volunteer: Currently the RSPCA Robina Op Shop are looking for volunteers. For more information visit http://volunteering.rspcaqld.org.au/positions/gold-coast/
Robina Lions Club
Lions Club International is the world’s largest service club organisation, with over 46,000 clubs and 1.35 million members worldwide. Lions Clubs serve local communities in many ways, from performing hands on community work and service projects to providing emergency assistance.
Robina Lions Club was formed in 1988, and its members range from ages 21 to early 70s. They have raised over $400,000 in funds and support many community projects, including providing equipment to the local Robina hospital and ambulance service.
Membership is open to all people of the community in good standing. To find out more or to join the Robina Lions Club visit http://robina.qld.lions.org.au/
Titans 4 Tomorrow
Titans 4 Tomorrow is a program run by the Gold Coast Titans that focuses on supporting and engaging students to reach their full potential in all aspects of life. It offers various youth programs that cover a variety of issues that affect young people, such as health, education and the environment. The Gold Coast Titans, who call Skilled Park at Robina home, started the program based on a vision of significant community engagement. The Titans 4 Tomorrow team regularly visits Gold Coast City and national schools with their programs, which include:
• Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well
• My Hero Reads Too
• Dream, Believe, Achieve
• Environmental Cares
• Coaching Clinics
• Assembly Visits
• Titans Tackle Bullying
For more information on the Titans 4 Tomorrow community programs or to request a program at your school, visit http://www.titans.com.au/T4T-community-programs
For more volunteering opportunities near Robina, visit http://www.dosomethingnearyou.com.au/4226/robina