26 November 2025
5 December is International Volunteers DAY
International Volunteer Day (IV Day) is held annually on 5 December.
The International Volunteer Day 2025 theme is "Every Contribution Matters".
This theme celebrates the power of collective action and acknowledges that every act of volunteering, big or small, contributes to a stronger and more connected world.
You'll find Volunteering New Zealand's 2025 resources here - certificate of appreciation templates and social media tiles.
On 5 December, Volunteering New Zealand are hosting a webinar to celebrate volunteers and volunteering - more information about the webinar here.
This year, 5 December marks another important moment - it is the official launch of International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development (IVY2026). Read more about IVY2026 here.