Find your perfect match this Valentines Day

People keen to connect with their community are invited to a special event this Valentine’s Day to potentially match them up to volunteer organisations in Alexandra and the district.

‘Find Your Perfect Match’ is a fun event brought to the community by Volunteer South, Central Otago District Council/Welcoming Communities and Alexandra Community House.

“Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and we’re really lucky to have a wide range of opportunities to connect with,” Volunteer South Community Connector Neha Gosalia said. “From sports, arts, social support, emergency response, conservation, sustainability or service groups; there is something for anyone keen to give it a try.”

The event would provide the opportunity to match up people’s skills wiith those required to volunteer for an organisation, or for people to learn new skills, she said.

‘Volunteering is known to have a huge range of benefits to an individual's wellbeing and enables organisations to make a huge difference across a range of sectors. Whether you are new to the area or have been here a while, we invite you to connect with some fantastic people and organisations in a fun, playful way.”

The ‘speed dating with a difference’ event would have a range of organisations in attendance ready to chat with people keen to find out about connecting with their community through volunteering.

“If you want to connect with a cause close to your heart, head over for a little 'speed dating' with a twist,” she said.

Find Your Perfect Match will take place on Valentines Day, Wednesday 14 February, from 4.30pm - 6.30pm at Alexandra Community House, 14/20 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra. Organisations wishing to participate can register with Volunteer South: neha@volunteersouth.org.nz.

Volunteer South supports, promotes and strengthens volunteering creating stronger more connected communities. For more information contact them on neha@volunteersouth.org.nz or call 027 506 5705.