International Volunteer Day

What is International Volunteer Day?

International volunteer day is held annually, celebrating the efforts of volunteers worldwide. It honours their contributions to communities and inspires others to make a positive difference in the world through voluntary action.

When is International Volunteer Day?

Thursday, December 5

Activities: 

• Thank You Cards: Encourage children to create thank you cards for volunteers who contribute their time and efforts to the childcare centre or other community organisations.
• Clean-Up: Organise a clean-up activity where children and staff work together to pick up litter, plant trees, or beautify a local park or playground.
• Story Time: Read books about volunteering, kindness, and community service to inspire children and spark conversations about how they can make a difference in the world.
  
• Volunteer Role-Playing: Set up a role-playing station where children can pretend to be volunteers in different community service scenarios.