National Volunteers' Week, 1-7 June 2019

National Volunteers' Week is a chance to celebrate and say thank you for the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK. It takes place 1-7 June every year and is an opportunity to celebrate volunteering in all its diversity. Find out more

Why volunteer?

Volunteering is a fulfilling way to give back to the community, and helping others makes you feel great in return!

Benefits of volunteering

• Make a difference - volunteering can have a valuable, positive effect on people, communities and society.
• Meet people - volunteering can help you meet different kinds of people and make new friends.
• Gain valuable skills and experience - volunteering can help you feel part of something outside of friends and family.
• Improve your CV - if you identify the right volunteering opportunity, it can actually have a positive effect on your CV and increase your chances of getting that perfect job!
• Have fun - most volunteers have a great time, regardless of why they do it!

How to get involved

From running an event to using social media, there are lots of ways that your organisation can contribute and get the most out of Volunteers' Week, visit their site for ideas at https://volunteersweek.org/get-involved/for-organisations/