Celebrating Excellence: NZ Volunteering Awards 2026 presented by Rosterfy
Volunteering New Zealand is proud to announce the return of the NZ Volunteering Awards 2026.
Rosterfy is continuing as presenting partner for the second year.
These awards are a national celebration of outstanding impact and leadership in volunteer engagement.
Award Categories
- Volunteer Programme of the Year
- Leader of Volunteer Engagement
Enter now and be recognized at the Volunteering New Zealand Conference on 16 October 2025.
Michelle Kitney, Chief Executive of Volunteering New Zealand says, “These national awards recognise volunteer leadership at its best, and will help develop volunteer management as a profession. Building on the inaugural awards in 2025, we invite entries from community organisationsand volunteer leaders throughout Aotearoa.”
Rosterfy, as presenting partner, is proud to continue its partnership with Volunteering New Zealand.
Bennett Merriman, CEO and Co-Founder of Rosterfy, says: “Great volunteer programmes don’t happen by accident. Behind them are passionate leaders who are constantly finding better ways torecruit, engage, support and recognise their volunteers. The NZ Volunteering Awards are an opportunity to celebrate those people and share examples that can inspire the wider sector.”
Find the criteria and nominate
Entries are free.
Nominations close 13 September 2026