Volunteering Australia, Media Release, 19 May 2025
We are thrilled to launch National Volunteer Week, Australia’s largest celebration of volunteering, highlighting the power of volunteering to bring people together with the theme Connecting Communities.
The scale of volunteer involvement in Australia is substantial. Around six million people volunteer through organisations across the nation. Millions more volunteer informally in their local communities, helping neighbours and strangers, especially in times of crisis and adversity. Many people do both, and in 2022 over half the population (57 per cent) had undertaken either informal or formal volunteering.
At its core, volunteering is about people: people doing things for others, for their community, and for the nation. Volunteering is much more than just offering help—it’s about building connections, sharing knowledge, and creating spaces for people to belong.
Regardless of age, background, or ability, everyone can volunteer. In times of crisis and uncertainty, we are reminded of the power of collective action. This National Volunteer Week let’s come together to recognise the incredible contributions of volunteers everywhere and inspire even more people to step forward and make a difference.
Join us as we acknowledge the spirit of connection and the incredible impact volunteers have in building thriving and inclusive communities.
