Volunteer Recognition Day 2024. Volunteer recognition day is observed every year on april 20. Since 1974, national volunteer week has been an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force.

Volunteer recognition day is celebrated to honor and respect all volunteers around the world who are helping others without expecting anything in return. International volunteer day (ivd), 5 december, is an occasion to pay tribute to volunteers worldwide and to recognize the value of volunteerism in advancing peace and development.