Nominations are now open for the annual Youth Volunteer Awards, presented by Kāhu Youth. This special event is all about celebrating and recognising the incredible contributions rangatahi have made to our community through volunteering. Whether big or small, every effort makes our community a better place. 

Youth between 11 and 18yrs can be nominated for their volunteering. It could be helping with a sports team, environmental projects, community events or supporting others in need. Their acts of service must be unpaid and voluntary (so no paid work or community service hours).

Nominations are open to everyone, youth can nominate themselves, or be nominated by their friends, parents, caregivers, teachers, community leaders, or organisations. 

Visit kahuyouth.org to nominate a young person or CLICK HERE.

Nominations close at 5pm SUN 31st August 2025

For more information, contact [email protected]

All nominated youth and their whānau will be invited to attend the Youth Volunteer Awards on FRI 12th September 2025.

Paetara Aspiring Central

35 Plantation Road, Wānaka