Volunteering in Gera: Submit proposals for awards now!

Volunteering in Gera: Submit proposals for awards now!

Committed citizens, pay attention! In the city of Gera, voluntary work is valued highly. On December 5th, the International Volunteer Day, a special annual event is held to recognize the achievements of volunteers. This tradition, which has been promoted by the UN since 1985 and has replaced the previous Volunteer Day on December 2nd in Germany, not only offers an occasion for celebration, but also an opportunity to focus on outstanding civic engagement.

As the mayor emphasized on the occasion of these celebrations, it is the numerous volunteers who hold our society together. They make valuable contributions in a wide variety of areas, be it sports or social institutions, cultural projects or environmental initiatives. This also corresponds to the results of an analysis that shows that almost 16 million people in Germany are active on a voluntary basis. One more reason to give them the thanks they deserve!

Volunteer Award 2025

Now it's time again to make suggestions for the...Volunteer Award 2025to submit. From now on, citizens and organizations can nominate people who have been working in Gera on a voluntary basis for at least five years. The deadline is September 30, 2025, so don't wait long! For those who can imagine supporting such a valuable initiative, the forms are available on the city website www.gera.de/ehrenamtszentrale available.

A meaningful justification as well as digital image or video material of the person being honored is required for the submission. The option to submit applications by post to the volunteer center or via email also makes the process easier. If you need support, you can call 0365 838-1072.

Diversity of volunteer work

Volunteering is not just an activity, but a fundamental pillar of our society. It includes a variety of activities, from sports to social services to cultural projects. Over 86,000 sports clubs in Germany and more than a million firefighters are just two examples of the diversity of commitment that we can find in our country. Churches and charities also offer numerous opportunities for those who want to give of their time. The need for volunteers is constantly growing, especially among organizations like food banks, which are receiving increasing requests for food donations, according to data from Statista.

The International Volunteer Day December 5th is not only an occasion to celebrate, but also an opportunity to emphasize the importance of volunteer service. Numerous campaigns promote the visibility of volunteer work and promote the recognition of volunteer services.

Let's use this opportunity to honor the commitment of our fellow human beings and to put together the best suggestions for the 2025 volunteer award from Gera. Because every effort is important, every contribution counts!