Major Retail Events Volunteering

Create impact by joining us at major retail events

Major events like the Uber x Red Cross Annual Clothing Drive, Pop-up Shops, and Council Donation Drives are some of the most exciting highlights of the year, offering meaningful opportunities to connect with new people and foster team spirit.  
 
The Uber x Red Cross Clothing Drive takes place every October and is a key moment in our calendar that brings in quality donations to help stock our shops, with hundreds of volunteer spots available across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and Brisbane. 

Our Pop-up Shops, held in cities like Melbourne and Sydney, are special retail activations that help raise significant funds by selling a wide range of pre-loved and brand-new items. These multi-day events attract large crowds and offer a fun, high-energy environment where volunteers work together to create real impact while boosting sales. 

Throughout the year, we also work closely with local councils to make donating as easy as possible for the community. These focused, one-day events help source significant volumes of product — both pre-loved and brand-new — that help fill our stores with amazing items. Volunteering at a Council Donation Drive is a great way to see how small acts can contribute in a big way. 

Applications for these events typically open a few weeks before they take place, so keep an eye out for announcements and get ready to be part of something impactful. 

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