People volunteer for a multitude of reasons: to give something back to their community; to gain or improve skills; to meet new people; because they are interested in an issue or cause; or because they have some free time on their hands. Acknowledging the work that volunteers do with your organisation and why ensures they will stay motivated and continue to work on your behalf. Here are some suggestions on how to motivate and thank volunteers and enhance your team’s spirit.

National Volunteering Week 2026 – From Every Corner, For Every Cause
National Volunteering Week 2026, taking place Monday 18th to Sunday 24th of May celebrates the theme “From Every Corner, For Every Cause” – recognising the diversity


