As General Manager of Volunteer Marlborough, I'd like to announce that we are making a strategic shift by closing our physical office space at 1 Market Street, Blenheim. We will be transitioning to a fully remote operational model. This decision, influenced by the increasing costs associated with maintaining a physical space, aligns with our commitment to maximising the impact of our resources within the community.
By moving to a remote model, we aim to increase our presence in the community, allowing our staff to engage more directly with local organisations, community groups, and volunteers. Our Board of Trustees and our staff believe that this change will allow our team to be more flexible and responsive to community needs, as well as invest in innovative programmes that make a real difference.
We are excited about the possibilities this transition opens up for us. Our team will be more mobile, able to meet volunteers and partner organisations wherever they are, respond more quickly to local needs, and invest in programmes and projects that empower our community - channeling our funding where it matters most.
As part of this transition, we are also excited to announce recent funding granted by Pub Charity, for the purchase of a new vehicle. This will improve our mobility, and allow outreach and engagement throughout the region. The new vehicle represents our commitment to being active in the community, meeting people on their terms, and increasing accessibility.
This shift to remote operations will be completed by Friday 8th November. During the transition, Volunteer Marlborough remains accessible to all. For those looking to volunteer, organisations seeking support or connections, or businesses interested in community engagement, our staff can be reached at the following:
Meg (General Manager) - mgr@volunteermarlborough.org.nz
Julie (Community Connector) - vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz
Phone - (03) 577-9388
Website - www.volunteermarlborough.org.nz
Our commitment to the community is as strong as ever. We will continue to offer support, training, and resources to volunteers and community groups without interruption.
We look forward to connecting with more of you in the future....where you and your people are. If you'd like more information about our new operating model and how it will benefit the community, please don't hesitate to contact us.