Volunteers’ Week: A UK-Wide Celebration
Volunteers’ Week is an annual UK-wide campaign held from the first Monday in June to celebrate and recognise the contributions of volunteers.
Launched in 1984, this initiative has been running for over 40 years, providing organisations and communities a platform to thank current and past volunteers for their invaluable efforts.
The campaign highlights the diversity and unity of volunteer work across the UK. In its 40th year, the campaign underwent a rebrand, introducing a vibrant identity to inspire continued engagement.
Volunteers’ Week fosters connections between national organisations and grassroots groups, celebrating the spirit of volunteering that enriches communities each year.
The 2026 celebration will run from Monday 1st – Sunday 7th June.
The value of volunteering
Volunteering is a vital component of UK society, with millions contributing their time and skills annually across Scotland, Wales, England and Northern Ireland. These inspiring statistics highlight the incredible contributions of volunteers and the potential for even greater engagement across the UK.
14.2 million people in the UK have formally volunteered at least once a month
Volunteering added £4.6 billion in productivity gains to the UK economy in 2024
25 million people in the UK volunteered informally at least once in the year
These statistics highlight the remarkable contributions of volunteers across the UK. Together, with support from organisations like you, we can continue to grow the impact of volunteering and create stronger, more connected communities. The above figures are provided by Royal Voluntary Service and NCVO.
