Team building & volunteering experiences, good for people & planet.
If you’re looking for a unique team building experience or off-site to boost staff well-being, creativity and problem-solving, then look no further.
We’ve compiled a guide of social enterprises offering out of the box experiences in NSW & ACT. You can expect to pay a per head or group fee for these opportunities - click on the green buttons to find out more.
Australia’s first social enterprise bakery supports refugees and asylum seekers by training them as bakers. With their heart and soul going into their bread, pastries and trainees, support from volunteers is always appreciated. From packing and boxing, to marketing, PR, social media, videography and even the Board, get in touch to see how you can help.
Location: Marrickville & Flexible locations, Sydney
Be inspired, accomplish work goals, work cohesively as a team – all whilst working alongside individuals with all levels of ability. Enjoy a tour of the thriving Civic Industries sites and cafes – valuable time to socialise with employees, and enjoy lunch by Civic’s Kitchen & Catering Social Enterprise. Half and full days available, and guaranteed you’ll go home with a smile.
Location: Shoalhaven, Greater Sydney
Traditional team building events can be more ‘team bonding’ than ‘team building’. Team Building with Purpose adds to the fun, with meaningful, impactful activities that produce lasting behavioural change in teams and support charities at the same time. The experienced facilitators are professional trainers and coaches. Available with partner charities for in person or hybrid.
Location: Sydney & Online
Community Flower Studio (CFS) is a charity and a Not-for-Profit Social Enterprise with profits helping young people find meaningful employment. CFS offers a range of creative workshops including resin art, terrariums, and flower arranging. Workshops help young people with mental health challenges, with opportunities for volunteers to get involved. Tailored programs available.
Location: Chatswood, Sydney
Enjoy a cooking class or volunteering experience with FoodLab Sydney. Our shared kitchen hosts some of the most talented chefs in the world - full of rich storytelling from refugee, migrant, women and First Nations backgrounds. Expect the exchange of powerful memories, form life-long connections, and celebrate the stories of hope and entrepreneurialism from all corners of Australia and the globe for up to 22 volunteers at a time.
Location: Strathfield, Sydney
Join the team at the beautiful and abundant Green Connect Farm for a teambuilding ‘day in the dirt’ that gives back. Corporate volunteer days to help grow fair food and create employment for former refugees and young people. Help out in our market garden beds or feed and care for the pigs, goats, sheep and chickens. You can also explore the Farm with a guided tour. Half or full-day.
Location: Illawarra, NSW
Australia’s first social enterprise hotel, Hotel Etico offers your team a unique experience through the interaction with our trainees, and beautiful accommodation in the Blue Mountains. All of this, while powering a program that provides employment and independent living opportunities to young people with disability, helping them to achieve their independence goals. Book your corporate stay today.
Location: Blue Mountains, NSW
Want to learn how to recreate restaurant style dishes at home, gain some hospo secrets and contribute to your local community? At an exclusive Plate Up Together Day, you’ll cook signature dishes served in our award-winning restaurants. Hear about our impact and as you learn, while raising funds for life changing meals that will be donated to those going hungry in the community.
Location: Various, Sydney
If you’re looking for a unique way for team bonding or to spend a fun time with friends, book a cooking class with us. In the class you will learn the secrets of traditional Syrian cooking techniques. You’ll also discover the cultural significance of each dish, gain a deeper understanding of the Syrian cuisine and listen to stories of the chef’s childhood in Syria
Location: Strathfield South and Flexible locations, Sydney
Roll up your sleeves and get involved. ReLove is committed to making direct, positive change in people’s lives. A registered Australian charity, ReLove rescues furniture and household items destined for landfill from companies and the community, and redistributes it for FREE directly to people who need a helping hand. Corporate teams can do volunteer days in the warehouse with a range of tasks available. Add some purpose to your workplace and volunteer.
Location: Botany, Sydney
As a world leader in reuse and sustainability, let Reverse Garbage lead your next team building event, to empower your staff to live more sustainability through simple reuse practices, in fun, creative and interactive sessions. Choose from workshops including the Waste Knot mystery box challenge, Sew Handy sewing basics, Sustain My Ability warehouse tour and CollabARTY artwork. Bespoke programs also available.
Location: Marrickville and Flexible locations, Sydney
Studio A is a supported studio that tackles the barriers artists with intellectual disability face in accessing conventional education and opportunities to be successful visual artists. Corporate volunteers can engage individually or as a group of 6-8 people. Assist with stocktake, wrapping artworks or preparing for big mailouts or events. Volunteer for a few hours or a full day.
Location: North Sydney
Explore the best Sydney food tours and support refugees, migrants, and local youth! Talented local guides share mouthwatering delights, and stories of food, history, and culture. Discover hidden gems that only locals know! Help us to stay #1 on Tripadvisor! Taste Cultural Food Tours Inc. is a charity and social enterprise providing training to Australian migrants and refugees and local youth. Find your tour!
Location: Sydney region
Good Teams Corporate Team Building days enable you to get out of the office and reconnect amidst the magic of Two Good Co. In the kitchen, you’ll be rolling up your sleeves and supporting the Work Work team to produce delicious, nutritious meals for domestic violence shelters. You can also support our Good Things team to inspire a moment of care, through preparing luxury self care packs for women staying in refuges.
Location: North Eveleigh, Sydney
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