Every April, National Volunteer Month honors the power of people to transform communities through service. In New York City, volunteers are building a stronger, fairer, and more connected city—one act of service at a time. Join us in celebrating impact and expanding opportunity through action.
Volunteers are the heart of NYC. From mentoring youth to supporting mutual aid, volunteers fuel resilience, inclusion, and collective progress. National Volunteer Month is a time to celebrate those contributions—and to invite more New Yorkers to step in and serve. Your company can be a catalyst for good by mobilizing employees in meaningful, community-driven ways.
Organize a hands-on or skills-based volunteer opportunity for employees. Partner with a local nonprofit to support a project aligned with your company’s mission and community values.
Find a PartnerUse your internal channels to celebrate employee volunteers. Share their stories, host appreciation events, or invite them to speak about their service journey.
Explore Recognition ToolsActivate your workplace around a cause: collect essential items for youth, families, or older adults in NYC. Drives can support shelters, schools, and community organizations citywide.
Start a DriveBusinesses that engage employees in service can apply for formal recognition through NYC’s Mayoral Service Recognition Program. Earn a certificate for your organization or nominate an employee for an annual Service Impact Award.
Honor outstanding community contributions in five categories, including the Partnership Impact Award which honors an innovative organization and business partnership that came together in service to a community.
Request a certificate on behalf of your business for engaging employees in volunteer efforts in the 2025 calendar year. Businesses may select print or digital certificates
Let us know how your business plans to activate this April—and how we can support you. Whether you’re planning a team volunteer project, an in-kind drive, or an appreciation event, NYC Service is here to help.
Submit Your InterestTo support your internal engagement, NYC Service offers communication templates you can customize to share the purpose of National Volunteer Month and spotlight ways staff can participate. These resources are designed to educate and inspire—without soliciting.
Subject: Celebrating National Volunteer Month Together Each April
April is National Volunteer Month—a time to recognize the individuals and teams who help strengthen communities through service. From mentoring young people to addressing food insecurity, volunteers play a vital role in building connection, resilience, and opportunity. This month, we’re taking time to celebrate those efforts and explore new ways to support causes that matter to our people and our neighborhoods. Whether you're volunteering in your own community, learning about local initiatives, or simply spreading the word, every act of service contributes to a culture of care. Thank you for everything you do to make our company—and our communities—stronger.
🌟 National Volunteer Month: Celebrating Impact, Together April is National Volunteer Month! It’s a moment to honor the power of service and the countless individuals who give their time, energy, and talents to support others. This month, we’ll be spotlighting local volunteer efforts, sharing ways to get involved, and recognizing the contributions of our own employee volunteers. Stay tuned for opportunities to participate or uplift stories of impact.
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