National Volunteer Week is a time in Canada to celebrate and thank volunteers.
Every year National Volunteer Week (NVW) is celebrated across Canada to thank the 24 million volunteers who give their time in support of a multitude of causes and services, and to recognize the valuable role of volunteer-supported non-profits, organizations and other initiatives.
For more information about NVW national campaign visit Volunteer Canada at https://volunteer.ca/index.php?MenuItemID=379.
Every year National Volunteer Week (NVW) is celebrated across Canada to thank the 24 million volunteers who give their time in support of multitudes of causes and services and to recognize the valuable role of volunteer-supported non-profits, organizations and other initiatives.
This year National Volunteer Week is the week of April 16th to 22nd.
The Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations (VolunteerGP) is excited to continue celebrating volunteers and not-for-profit organizations in our community.
Ways to celebrate this year:
Celebration Packages
National Volunteer Week is the perfect time to celebrate your organization and Volunteers!
We invite member agencies to join the NVW festivities by picking up a Celebration Package.
Each Package includes a list of activities and suggestions organizations can use to celebrate!
Packages will be ready to pick up from our office (101, 10101 100 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB) starting April 3rd, 2023.
Groups are encouraged to share their NVW activities on their social media. Please, add @VolunteerGP and #NVW2023, so we can share your posts.
Special Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week
Often overlooked throughout the year, the Association encourages non-profit/charity Executive Directors to recognize their volunteer Board Members with our special NVW Tim Hortons Volunteers of the Week. Last year we acknowledged 59 Board Members in 7 days!!
Your nominated Board Members will receive a recognition package that includes: a certificate of appreciation, a gift from Tim Hortons and public acknowledgement on our website www.volunteergrandeprairie.com and social media sites.
This year you can be nominate your Board as a group or individually! Nominees will be recognized throughout National Volunteer Week – April 16th to 22nd.
Local Businesses show your support for the Non-Profit Sector
Grande Prairie and area businesses, we encourage you to show your appreciation to volunteers and non-profits in the community and join the NVW fun April 16th to 22nd.
Ideas for your business to celebrate NVW:
· Host a Volunteer Appreciation Day
· Deliver Coffee/treats to your favourite Non-Profit
· Donate / Have a Fundraiser
· Give a shout-out on social media
Remember to tag @VolunteerGP and use the hashtag #NVW2023, and we will like & reshare your posts.
Thank you in advance for supporting our Sector.
Follow us on social media @VolunteerGP for updates!
Organizations let us know how you are celebrating National Volunteer Week!
Share your events on our community calendar at https://www.volunteergrandeprairie.com/events-calendar/submit-an-event/ or email your plans to info@volunteergrandeprairie.com.