We’re looking ahead to one of the key moments in the volunteering calendar — Volunteers’ Week 2026.
An annual celebration that first began in 1984, this year’s festivities take place from Monday 1 to Sunday 7 June. It’s a chance to celebrate the spirit of volunteering and say a big thank you to the volunteers that enrich our communities.
If you’d like to shine a spotlight on a volunteer by sharing their fantastic contribution, we’d love to hear their stories. We’re particularly keen to highlight people who have overcome barriers to get involved, like Ryley, Cole or Beki who we’ve featured previously. Please contact our Comms team if you have a story you would like to share.
You can also thank your existing volunteers and encourage others to give their time by:
- Completing and sharing our downloadable certificate with your volunteers
- Adding your current opportunities to Spark a Change
- Sharing your stories on social media using the #VolunteersWeek and #VolunteerInSomerset hashtags
- Hosting a Big Lunch for your volunteers and community
Discover more ways to celebrate on the Volunteers’ Week website.
