Volunteers’ Week 2027: Date confirmation

Volunteers’ Week 2027 will take place from Monday 7 June 2027.
We wanted to share an update on the timing of Volunteers’ Week 2027 and explain the thinking behind this decision.

Ready, Set… Shop! Your New Volunteers’ Week Merch Awaits

As the voluntary sector prepares for the 42nd annual Volunteers’ Week (1–7 June 2026), the UK Volunteering Forum is proud to announce a significant evolution in the campaign’s infrastructure: the launch of the first-ever Volunteers’ Week online shop.

Molly’s Story

‘Volunteering reminds me I am not my illness… and helps me re-engage my brain in fun, fulfilling ways’

‘Mae gwirfoddoli yn fy atgoffa nad fy salwch ydw i… ac mae’n fy helpu i ailymgysylltu fy ymennydd mewn ffyrdd hwyliog, gwerth chweil’

Why it’s time to recognise magistrates as volunteers

Guest blog by Mark Beattie JP, national chair of the Magistrates’ Association: When most people think of volunteers, their minds turn to food banks, charities, or sports coaching. Rarely do they picture the bench of a courtroom. But the truth is this: magistrates are among the country’s longest-serving and most committed volunteers – and right now, like many volunteers, they can be undervalued and overlooked.

Third Sector Podcast

Join Gethyn Williams – non-profit and volunteering specialist, and Saskia Konynenburg, Executive Director of Voice and Impact at NCVO, as they chat about volunteer recruitment and digital solutions in the world of volunteering with Third Sector podcast hosts Lucinda Rouse and Emily Harle.

Time for Impact Podcast

Margaret Starkie from Volunteer Scotland, lead organisation for Volunteers’ Week, and Dominic Pinkney, CEO from Works4U and this year’s sponsor, join Chris Wade and Matthew Cobble on the Time for Impact podcast to discuss why Volunteers’ Week is so important and has been for 41 years now.

The Charity Show Podcast

Join Flik from WCVA and Alice from Volunteer Now as they chat to Tim and Piers from The Charity Show about Volunteers’ Week, the importance of getting young people and families involved in volunteering and how micro volunteering doesn’t just have to be one off experiences.

Lottie’s Story

Being a grants panel member was a unique volunteering experience that involved real decision making, teamwork, and supporting local projects. It gave me confidence, helped me understand community needs, and showed me how young people can make a meaningful difference while feeling supported and heard throughout the process.

Deborah’s Story

I joined the Youth Led Grant Panel after meeting the PAVO Volunteer Officer at a Freshers event. Volunteering boosted my confidence, helped fund youth projects in Powys, and led me to become a student rep. I’m proud to have supported opportunities for young people while gaining new skills.