Corporate volunteering
Keeping Tāmaki Makaurau’s natural environment thriving is vital to the health and wellbeing of the region’s people, culture and economy
Contributing to Predator Free 2050 and United Nations Sustainability Goals
Reinvigorate your team, get your hands dirty and give back to nature!
Corporate volunteering is a pillar of corporate social responsibility, but it’s not all about ticking boxes: it is fun team building that delivers tangible positive outcomes for the environment and the community. By participating in grassroots volunteering with Pupuke Birdsong Project you are helping to achieve Aotearoa’s Predator Free 2050 Goals and the United Nations Sustainability Goals:
- Goal 6 – Clean water and sanitation
- Goal 11 – Sustainable cities and communities
- Goal 13 – Climate action
- Goal 14 – Life below water
- Goal 15 – Life on land
- Goal 17 – Partnerships for the goals
How to get involved?
Pupuke Birdsong Project offers a variety of opportunities for corporate groups, and businesses to get involved and become part of the Pupuke Birdsong Project whanau. We understand that not all teams can commit to long-term volunteering, however, we encourage you to consider long-term impactful change only happens with ongoing commitment.
We ask for a contribution to cover the costs of our staff in planning and running your day, and for any additional costs incurred, e.g. rubbish disposal, equipment etc.
Click here to read about the team Fantail & Turtle, and their experience of volunteering with us.
Adopt a pocket park!
Take on a pocket park. The most effective way to ensure sustainable change for our environment is long-term commitment. Up to 4 opportunities to have facilitated half-day working bees.
One off
Big things have small beginnings. Your team may not be ready for a long-term commitment, but you can still do your part for the environment. Half day (3 hours) or full day (6 hours with 30 min break in between).
3 working bees
Get a bundle of 3 working bees, including one tree planting, for a reduced rate.
Want to schedule in some team building in the outdoors? 3 working bees, including 1 tree planting session.
Bespoke volunteering
Can’t quite decide but keen to do something with your team – contact us and we can create a suitable volunteering opportunity. Other donations are also accepted. Contact us and let’s have a chat about it!
Something a bit different?
For those who want to support our work financially or in-kind – we welcome your contribution. Your donation can be tagged for a particular purpose such as planting native plants, predator control, stream restoration, or supporting a project that you are passionate about. Contact us, let’s have a chat about it!
Volunteering tasks
Weeding Weeds can smother and destroy native plants. Different weeds require different methods to prevent regrowth. We will provide full training for each task.
Clearing rubbish from forests and streams Rubbish harms our land, soil, water, and wildlife. It is an ongoing problem but worse after rains which can wash rubbish into waterways. Working in a group, it can be a satisfying task to clear and rejuvenate our natural spaces.
Planting native trees (May – September) Trees play a central role in combating climate change by capturing carbon dioxide, supporting biodiversity, managing water cycles and providing aesthetic value – it always feels good to being amongst the trees!
Monitoring and trapping or baiting pests In alignment with Predator Free 2050, we work to eradicate pests such as rats, possums and hedgehogs. These species inflict severe damage on New Zealand’s wildlife.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- Wet weather gear
- Suncream and sunhat
- Gumboots or old shoes
- Old clothes
- If the weather is wet the sites can become very muddy
- Gardening gloves if you have them
No. All tools are provided. We also provide gloves, however if you have gloves please bring them and help us save resources.
The volunteering session will include some scheduled breaks. You are very welcome to provide your choice of refreshments. Alternatively our team can provide simple tea and instant coffee if requested in advance.
Safety is paramount. All work is outside so bad weather can lead to the postponement of the session. We will communicate this to you as soon as possible.
Light weeding jobs require digging and bending. Any heavy lifting can be avoided if necessary. Some jobs involve working on slopes which some people may find difficult. Please let us know any particular needs any of your group may have and we will do our very best to choose a site and tasks which will work for all.
Reporting your impact on the community and environment
At the end of your volunteering stint, we will provide your company with a unique certificate outlining your contribution to the community and environment.
Donations for resources and equipment
Pupuke Birdsong Project is the working name of the Takapuna Community Facilities Trust (Reg no: CC21006). The project is part-funded by Auckland Council, the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and other funders. We greatly appreciate any donations of money or equipment your business would like to make. All donations received will be given back to nature and local communities.
We have different donation options for resources and equipment: see the list on the right. You could choose depending on your interests. Please contact us if you would like to donate and we will arrange for a receipt after the donation is received.
