About Us
We are all about Connecting Communities. Our values are:
RESPECT - INSPIRE - INCLUDE.
Our services to members and the community are completely free.
Link Volunteers with Community Organisations
We offer a referral service, where people can find the perfect volunteer role. You can also search and apply for all available roles online.
Promote Volunteering in the Community
We promote volunteering in the Peel/Mandurah region through community events, online marketing, and direct outreach. This includes local event participation, digital advertising, and direct engagement.
Empower & Support Organisations
We support our member organisations with training and support in relation to volunteering. Learn more about our members.
Alcoa Peel Volunteer Awards
We hold an annual Awards event to recognise volunteers in our community. Learn more about the Volunteer Awards.
RYDE Program
We are the volunteer recruitment partners for the RYDE program in Mandurah. Learn more about RYDE.
Socialability Program
We provide support to people with disabilities and barriers to access volunteering.. Find out more about the Socialability program.
Our 5-year track record
The Peel Volunteer Resource Centre was established in 1993.
Volunteers Referred
18,342
Community Outreach Sessions
247
Number of People with Special Needs Supported
1195
Sessions of Support to Members
3441
Hours Contributed to PVRC Volunteers and Board Members
8655
2022-2025 Strategic Plan
The 2022 plan was developed to set the strategic direction of the organisation for the next three years focusing on four key areas.
The Board of Management will provide accountable and efficient management of the organisation and all it's resources.
Our priorities are:
- Compliance
- Accountability
- Risk management
- Succession Planning
PVRC to be sustained through funding diversity relevant to key partnerships and community engagement.
Our priorities are:
- Diversity of service
- Valuing our people
- Develop and nurture key partnerships
PVRC delivers quality Best Practice in Volunteering.
Our priorities are:
- Building skills, knowledge and capacity in Volunteerism
- Building effective volunteering practice and opportunities within organisations
- Improving and providing access to information, training and resources that support volunteering
- Maintain Best Practice in Volunteer Management aligned with National Volunteering Standards
PVRC builds awareness of its role and services to the community.
Our priorities are:
- Effective and consistent communication
- Strengthen the identity and profile of Peel Volunteer Resource Centre
- Promote inclusive and accessible services for diverse communities
Meet the Team
Vicki Pollard
Manager
What do you do at PVRC? Manager and Volunteer Coordinator for the RYDE Program
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2003
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Spending time drinking coffee by the water, beaches or the estuary.
Nicole Blackwell
Centre Coordinator
What do you do at PVRC? Administration Assistant & Volunteer Coordinator
How long have you been with PVRC? Since November 2020
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Volunteering, spending time with family and enjoying all the beautiful things Mandurah has to offer.
Jen
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? I am a Volunteer Referral Officer
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2013
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Walking along our beaches, spending time with family and friends and going on holidays.
Cheryl
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? I am a Volunteer Referral Officer – we assist you to find the perfect Volunteer position.
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2019
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Going out for breakfast, walking along our beautiful Foreshore and seeing the dolphins.
Leta
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? Call volunteers who send us Expressions of Interest by email and Register them with PVRC. Then I send the volunteers the contact details of the Organisation they wish to volunteer with. I enjoy meeting people who come into the office and interview them to find the most suitable volunteering role for them.
How long have you been with PVRC? Since October 2020
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? I love going for nice walks and enjoying the scenery of our local area, we’re so lucky to have such beautiful beaches, canals and the Foreshore so close by!
Julie H
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? I am a Volunteer Referral Officer.
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2021
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Taking long walks along our beautiful coastline and spending time with family and friends.
Julie B
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? Referral Officer
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2023
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Going out for a meal/coffee with family and friends.
Anne S
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? Referral Officer
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2024
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Walking my dog and going out with friends. I really enjoy the variety of eateries and things to do in our area.
Helen
Volunteer Referral Officer
What do you do at PVRC? As we are a volunteer centre we assist people to find suitable volunteer positions in our Peel Region.
How long have you been with PVRC? Since October 2024
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? I like to socialise with my friends and take my dog for walks.
Meet the Board
Errol Baker
Chairperson
What do you do at PVRC? I’m Chairperson of the PVRC Board I provide support for Vicki, Nicole and the volunteers.
How long have you been with PVRC? Since 2017
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Volunteering, support local Rugby Club, love going on walks everyday with my dog to the parks and spending lots of time with my family.
Louisa Ackland
Treasurer
What do you do at PVRC? Treasurer
How long have you been with PVRC? In my first year!
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Take my dog for a walk along Avalon beach and catch up with family and friends at one of our beautifically located restaurants overlooking the water.
Megan Reynolds
Secretary
What do you do at PVRC? Board Member and an active non for profit agency member
How long have you been with PVRC? Foodbank has been with Peel Volunteer Resource Centre for over 8 years. I personally have been using PVRC since Managing Foodbank for the last 8 years and joined the board 3 years ago.
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? How can you name just one thing? I love camping with my family, visit our favourite coffee places and sharing our beautiful community with our friends when they come to visit the Peel Region.
Aaron Spice
Vice President
What do you do at PVRC? Vice-President
How long have you been with PVRC? 6 years
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? I love working with other community groups in the Mandurah community, as well walking along the foreshore.
Chris Stickland
Board Member
What do you do at PVRC? Board Member
How long have you been with PVRC? About a year. I am also the Manager of the Mandurah State Emergency Service.
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Enjoying the community activities and relaxing by the seaside.
Wendy Wiley
Board Member
What do you do at PVRC? Board Member
How long have you been with PVRC? 3 years
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Living on the waterways , boating and swimming in “chardonnay bay.”
Donna Duxbury
Board Member
What do you do at PVRC? Board Member
How long have you been with PVRC? 4 years
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? Visit the waterways, walk along the foreshore, enjoy the restaurants & pubs
Albert Rodgers
Board Member
Jenny Green
Board Member
What do you do at PVRC? As a PVRC Board Member, I am required to attend the monthly board meetings or as those called by the Board Chairman. I oversee the budget, governance, and conduct associated with PVRC administration as well as support and promote PVRC within the Mandurah community.
What is your favourite thing to do in Mandurah? My favourite things to do in Mandurah is attend events and support, promote, and celebrate the people who volunteer in the various community groups.
Our Rules of Association
