National Volunteer Week | 18-24 May 2026
National Volunteer Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering and highlights the important role of volunteers in our community.
National Volunteer Week 2026 builds on connection and steps into action. It honours what’s already been given and invites something more.
2026 is the United Nations International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development. Here in Australia, National Volunteer Week is our moment to pause, to say thank you, and to open the door for others to step in, in ways that work for them.
This is care that carries on.
Impact that ripples over time.
This is Your Year to Volunteer.
Your Year to Volunteer honours the contributions of volunteers and invites people across Australia to make 2026 a year of meaningful involvement, in ways that work for them.
This year is a moment to thank those who already give their time and to invite others to discover how volunteering can create connection, purpose, and lasting positive change.
Acknowledge the spirit of connection and the incredible impact volunteers have in building thriving and inclusive communities by attending NVW event. All volunteer involving organisations, governments, researchers, corporates, and other enabling organisations are encouraged to proudly promote the upcoming celebrations and use the resources available here to help increase the awareness of the vital role volunteers play in our lives.
Looking to Volunteer?
Places to start your volunteering journey include the GoVolunteer website, contacting your state and territory Volunteering Peak Body or by approaching organisations in your local community.
Volunteering SA&NT:
vsant.org.au
(08) 8221 7177
reception@vsant.org.au
For more information and all enquiries please visit the National Volunteer Week website or follow their Facebook page for updates.
What: National Volunteer Week 2026: Your Year to Volunteer
When: 18-24 May 2026
Where: Australia wide
Who: Everyone
At Play & Go Adelaide we make every effort to provide accurate information to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. We recommend confirming times, dates and details directly before making any plans as details may be subject to change.
Image Source: NVW
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