In this Volunteer Vault we hear from Alvin (below right), who tells us more about his match with buddy Andrew (below left).
- How long have you been volunteering with Gig Buddies?
I have been volunteering with Gig Buddies since end-2021.
- Is Gig Buddies your first volunteering role?
I have been volunteering with other organisations in my local area since 2020.
- Why do you volunteer with Gig Buddies?
I'd like to make a difference to other lives and the premise of Gig Buddies is so sweet, and I'd like to be a part of that!
- How would you describe your volunteering experience with Gig Buddies?
Fantastic. Everyone has been so friendly and helpful.
There are lots of support and ideas of what to do and where to go, there's always something fun upcoming!
- Tell us about some of the highlights from your time volunteering with Gig Buddies?
Gig Buddies was able to source tickets to a live DJ event (Duke Dumont) - Andrew and I managed to get the tickets and it turns out it was Andrew's first time at a live event. We both had an amazing time dancing to some awesome tunes.
And there was another time when we won an outing from our photos from Gig Buddies - so Andrew and I went out for burgers and Moonlight Cinemas to watch Elf for Christmas.
- What would you say to someone reading this who is thinking about volunteering with Gig Buddies?
I would highly recommend it! It's such a fulfilling experience. The Gig Buddies team are awesome - it's been nothing short of amazing for Andrew and I!
"It's such a fulfilling experience"
Thank you Alvin for sharing your Gig Buddies’ story. Both he and Andrew are a perfect example of who we are, what we aim to achieve, and how we go about it.
And we’re always on the lookout for more people like Alvin. If you would like to volunteer with us, look no further: to sign up with our Sydney project click here, and jump on this link to get involved on the Central Coast.
And to find out more about our current openings, click on the 'volunteers wanted'
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