National Volunteering Week

National Volunteering Week is a weeklong celebration of volunteering. Along with the network of Volunteer Centres, Volunteer Ireland uses National Volunteering Week to amplify the incredible stories of volunteering in our communities through social and traditional media. It’s a week full of events, both online and in person, with everything from yoga to coffee mornings to seminars on offer.

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National Volunteering Week 2026 centres on the theme “From Every Corner, For Every Cause” which celebrates all the different types of volunteers and volunteering that make up our communities. 

Across Ireland, in every parish, town and city, volunteers are strengthening communities in meaningful ways. They support older people to live independently, mentor young people to reach their potential, protect our environment, sustain local arts and culture, and respond in times of crisis. Every minute given builds stronger services, deeper connections, and more resilient communities. 

This year we also look beyond our shores. As we mark International Volunteer Year, we recognise that the impact of volunteering in Ireland is part of a much bigger global movement. Around the world, volunteers are tackling poverty and inequality, responding to humanitarian emergencies, advancing education and health, and championing climate action. Volunteers from Ireland aren’t just making Ireland a stronger community, they’re changing the world. 

“From Every Corner, For Every Cause” celebrates the extraordinary collective power of volunteering — local and global — and honours the people whose time, compassion and commitment make a measurable difference every single day. The impact of volunteering has huge ripples. Every action, no matter how small, has an impact and helps to inspire and connect volunteers across the world.  

This year’s National Volunteering Week is sponsored by the Irish League of Credit Unions.

With over 3,200 volunteers supporting the credit unions on the island of Ireland, volunteerism is at the heart of what they do. At the heart of every credit union is its volunteers. What sets credit unions apart is that their boards of directors are made up entirely of dedicated volunteers—members who use their knowledge and skills to guide and grow the organisation. Whether you’re interested in leadership, building experience, or giving back to your community, credit unions offer meaningful opportunities to get involved. It’s a chance to make a real impact, develop personally and professionally, and be part of a team that puts people first.