2026 National Volunteers Week 18th -24th May

National Volunteer Week 2026 runs from 18–24 May, with the theme “Your Year to Volunteer”. This is an opportunity to recognise the vital role volunteers play across our sporting clubs and communities.

As part of Mallee Sports Assembly’s contribution, we are inviting all member clubs and associations (please check your MSA Membership is up-to-date) to submit a short story (up to 100 words) along with photos that celebrate the volunteers in your club and encourage others to get involved. Submissions may highlight any volunteer, including young people, multicultural members, women and girls, or long-standing contributors.

Selected stories will be showcased during the week across our social media, website, radio, and newsletter.

To further recognise volunteers, each participating shire will have two $50 online vouchers awarded (total prize pool of $400). Please note that submissions will go into a selection pool, and not every nomination will receive a voucher.

There is no limit on the number of submissions per club or association. Please forward your stories and photos to Mallee Sports Assembly by Wednesday, 13 May 2026, to [email protected]