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Volunteer Day in Templin: Therme opens for committed citizens!
Templin is hosting the first volunteer day at the NaturTherme on September 14th to recognize volunteers.
Volunteer Day in Templin: Therme opens for committed citizens!
A special event is coming up in Templin: On September 14, 2025, the NaturTherme will be the venue for the first volunteer day to honor the region's committed citizens. The city administration has already asked clubs, fire departments and other organizations for suggestions on who should be invited on this day. The city has received 70 proposals so far, and more submissions are welcome until June 30. The thermal spa will be closed on this day to ensure that the volunteers are properly recognized. The closing time will even be extended by one day so that all visitors can experience an undisturbed day, as [nordkurier.de](https://www.nordkurier.de/regional/uckermark/engagement-soll-mit-thermenvisit-belohnt- Werden-3687463) reports.
The city administration also plans to introduce a so-called volunteer ticket in 2026. This is based on a resolution by the city council in November 2025 to offer volunteers an additional incentive. The procedure for issuing tickets is currently being reviewed; A similar procedure is being considered as with the trainee card or the fire brigade membership card. Cooperation partners should offer various discounts when showing the volunteer ticket. The funds for the volunteer ticket are budgeted at 3,000 euros in the 2025/26 budget.
Volunteering and its meaning
Volunteering plays a crucial role in society. Despite the often unofficial nature of their work, volunteers undertake many important tasks without expecting compensation. The Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe emphasizes how important the commitment in Templin is. The North Brandenburg regional association has over 150 volunteers who are active, for example, in dementia counseling or disaster protection. These possible uses illustrate how diverse volunteer activities can be, which johanniter.de impressively shows.
The most common forms of involvement in Germany include participation in sports clubs, which number almost 86,000. The volunteer fire department also has over a million dedicated people who provide this valuable service. There are also numerous opportunities within churches, charities and social services. International Volunteer Day is celebrated every year on December 5th to draw attention to the importance of volunteering, as statista.com shows.
Conclusion and outlook
The upcoming volunteer day and the introduction of the volunteer ticket are steps towards a better appreciation of volunteer work in Templin. The exchange of experiences and ideas, as captured in Yeri Anarika's podcasts, also helps to further strengthen the importance of volunteering in the region. Whether in disaster control, in the rescue dog team or in other areas - the stories of the volunteers make it clear how important their contribution is to harmonious coexistence. So let's support the volunteers who often work in the shadows, but make the light of the community a little brighter.