National Volunteer Week

Category: Charity
National Volunteer Week in USA in 2024
Image from Pixabay. CC0

About National Volunteer Week

How long until National Volunteer Week?
National Volunteer Week .
Dates of National Volunteer Week
2025 USA Sunday, April 13thNational Volunteer Week
2024 USA Sunday, April 14thNational Volunteer Week
2023 USA Sunday, April 16thNational Volunteer Week
2022 USA Sunday, April 17thNational Volunteer Week
2021 USA Sunday, April 18thNational Volunteer Week
Summary
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Volunteer Week.

National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world. 

National Volunteer Week was established in 1974 by the United States government. Today, the holiday is organized by Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service. Community-based organizations across the country celebrate National Volunteer Week as a way to recognize “the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges.”

According to the Urban Institute’s most recent data, Americans volunteer 8.8 billion hours annually.

National Volunteer Week began as–and continues to be–a national holiday that formalizes the recognition of volunteers in our communities. Organizations of all scopes and sizes should take the time to thank our neighbors, strangers, friends, and family who selflessly give their time to help others.

Each year, we shine a light on the people and causes that inspire us to serve, recognizing and thanking volunteers who lend their time, talent and voice to make a difference in their communities.

Since 1974, National Volunteer Week has grown exponentially each year, with thousands of volunteer projects and special events scheduled throughout the week. Today, as people strive to lead lives that reflect their values, the expression of civic life has evolved. Whether online, at the office, or the local food bank; whether with a vote, a voice, or a wallet – doing good comes in many forms, and we recognize and celebrate them all.

From The American Presidency Project, Proclamation 10370—National Volunteer Week, 2022:

“People who volunteer develop new skills, build their personal and professional networks, forge a deeper connection with their communities and service organizations, and experience the joy of serving a larger cause. The opportunities to volunteer are seemingly limitless. Students gain real world experience, workers apply their skills to organizations that benefit from their experience and often develop new skills in the process, and older Americans improve their health and longevity. At every age and stage in life, volunteers experience the profound joy of giving back.

“Volunteerism is also a reinforcing cycle. Volunteers are more likely to become further involved in volunteer groups, participate in civic organizations, attend public meetings, and lend a helping hand to their neighbors. Serving together in common purpose has the power to unite us across the lines that sometimes divide.”


From The American Presidency Project, Proclamation 10183—National Volunteer Week, 2021:

“We are living in a moment that calls for hope and light and love. Hope for our futures, light to see our way forward, and love for one another. Volunteers provide all three. Service—the act of looking out for one another—is part of who we are as a Nation. Our commitment to service reflects our understanding that we can best meet our challenges when we join together. This week, we recognize the enduring contributions of our Nation's volunteers and encourage more Americans to join their ranks.

“The tremendous power of volunteers and volunteerism has been on dramatic display in our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. All across the country, retired doctors and nurses, students and veterans, personnel from across the Federal Government, and countless others have given their time and talent to administer vaccines, staff vaccination centers, boost testing, tracing, and other life-saving public health measures, and provide food, water, and other necessities to those at heightened risk so they can remain safely at home.”

Similar Observances

Read more about National Volunteer Month

National Volunteer Month

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Volunteer Month

Read More
Read more about Childhelp National Day of Hope

Childhelp National Day of Hope

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Childhelp National Day of Hope

Read More
Read more about National Rebuilding Day

National Rebuilding Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Rebuilding Day

Read More
Read more about National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton on May 21st 1881.

Read More
Explore more Charity holidays

Other Observances on April 14th 2024

Read more about Black Day

Black Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Black Day.

Read More
Read more about National Dolphin Day

National Dolphin Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Dolphin Day

Read More
Read more about National Ex Spouse Day

National Ex Spouse Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Ex Spouse Day

Read More
Read more about National Pan American Day

National Pan American Day

Commemorates the First International Conference of American States which ended on 14 April 1890.

Read More
All events on April 14th 2024