Volunteering is a great thing to do. It helps the community and makes you feel good about yourself. Sometimes when we volunteer, we’re rewarded with thanks in various forms; we can also thank people for their time and effort in volunteering.
We’re always happy when someone thanks us for something that we’ve done, whether it be for our efforts in providing a service or simply helping out another person in need. Let’s explore some ways to show appreciation for others who dedicate their time and energy towards making the world a better place!
Here’s a list of thank you messages and quotes to help you get started on writing your very own message of gratitude!
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#1 Today you helped us raise awareness for a cause that is important to you, and I am so grateful that you did. It takes a special person to stand up for what they believe in, and it’s good people like you who help the world be a better place.
#2 Thank you for your time, thank you for your effort, but mostly thank you for helping those less fortunate than yourself. Volunteering is an extraordinary gift that not everyone can give. You have been blessed with that gift today!
#3 Today was a wonderful day of fundraising and we couldn’t be more grateful to those who volunteered their time and effort. Spending time with those less fortunate is an equally as important gift as money and we want you to know how much we appreciate it. Thank you for volunteering today!
#4 Thank you for donating your time to people who need it more than most of us do. The world would be a much lonelier place if it wasn’t filled with the likes of caring people like yourself – Thank you!
#5 When people volunteer, they often do it for selfless reasons. They do it out of love and compassion to help others. You, too, are one of the wonderful people who volunteer to make a difference. Thank you for giving your time and talents to help those who need assistance.
#6 Thank you for your compassion and generous spirit in always wanting to give back. Volunteering is such an important part of community life and we’re grateful for what you did today!
#7 You have a big heart, that’s something I admire about you most! Not only that but when the going gets tough, you just keep on going which I think is really admirable! Keep being awesome 🙂
#8 You made a big difference today! You are an amazing person. I’m grateful you took the time to help out, and I hope that you know nobody will ever forget it.
#9 The world needs people like you. We are all very grateful for what you did today, especially around this busy time of year for everyone. You are a great person!
#10 Your generosity is overwhelming! It was so heartwarming to see you volunteering in the soup kitchen today. Thank you so much for donating your day – we couldn’t have done it without you!
#11 I saw on Facebook that you were doing some volunteer work at the animal shelter yesterday. That was really sweet of you to help our furry friends find homes during the holidays! Thank you so much for volunteering!
#12 We know you had better things to do with your weekend, but thank you for giving up some of it anyway. We appreciate your efforts and wish to extend our gratitude.
#13 Thank you for picking this project first! Your dedication to helping others is very admirable. It’s fantastic that you are able to give so much of yourself.
#14 Today’s fundraiser wouldn’t have been complete without you! You helped more people than you can possibly know and your actions, like always, will change the world. Thank you for volunteering today.
#15 I don’t know what we would have done without you on the team! Thank you for all that you brought to this group effort. We can’t wait until next time!
#16 You are an inspiration! Putting others before yourself is truly a rare quality these days, which is why I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated your contribution to our cause today. Thank you once again for being so selfless.
#17 With your help, this event was a huge success! I don’t think that we could have done it without you. Thank you so much for coming and doing your part to help the world be a better place.
#18 You brought in so many donations, but even more importantly, you brought in smiles. You are an inspiration to us all, and I hope that you enjoyed yourself as much as we did!
#19 Thank you for giving up your Saturday morning to come help out at our fundraiser! It really made the event special, thanks to everyone who came by our booth because of what you did.
#20 Thank you so much for all the hard work that you put into helping the environment! Whether it is cleaning up beaches or planting trees, there are so many ways to contribute and so many people who appreciate you for it.
#21 Your contributions to our neighborhood, school, and community don’t go unnoticed! We all notice the time and energy that you put in, and we can never repay you. Thanks for your service!
#22 Thank you so much for giving up your free time to help with events like this one. There is no way we could accomplish everything without your participation! We really appreciate it when you show such great commitment.
#23 You are such a wonderful person (and such a good friend) for always volunteering your time to help out others in need! No matter what the cause may be, there’s nothing more valuable than kindness and generosity. Thank YOU!!!
#24 I am so grateful to you because without volunteers like yourself are making an impact in our community, I wouldn’t be able to accomplish half of what I do. Volunteering is such a difficult job but you make it look so easy and your impact speaks for itself. Thank you for taking the time out of your day to give back and help others!
#25 You have no idea how much we appreciate everything that you do for us. It really means a lot when we get volunteers like yourself who go above and beyond in their duties and truly takes an active role in making our community better than before they came along. We couldn’t ask for a better volunteer than yourself!
#26 Your presence here does wonderful things for these children’s self-esteem and confidence levels. Your generosity is beyond inspirational, and I can’t thank you enough.
#27 It is so wonderful to see you here, and I know that the children love your visits as well. You bring them such joy and happiness with your kind words and beautiful smile. Thank you for volunteering!
#28 Thank you for bringing kindness and compassion to these children. It means more than any of us can say. Volunteering has really made a difference in their lives, and we are all very thankful for it!
#29 You brighten up every child’s day when you volunteer here. They look forward to your visits more than anything else, and it makes them feel like they matter and like somebody loves them – which they do. Thank you for making a difference!
#30 You aren’t just a volunteer at the kid’s center; you’re an angel sent from above. Your selflessness and generosity is truly inspiring. Thank you for giving your time to the kids at the Center!
#31 I know that being a volunteer is not an easy job, so I just wanted to say thank you very much for helping out. You are making a difference in the lives of everyone who comes through the door at the kid’s center.
#32 You are what makes this world go round. Without people like you, there is no future generation. So thank you for being part of it all and being one of those special volunteers that gives back to others when they can’t give back themselves!
#33 You made a difference! You made time to help someone else, and because of that I know there are people out there who are better for it.
#34 Thank you for helping me get my life back on track. Volunteering with you gave me something to focus on other than my struggles, and your support really helped me come out stronger in the end. You’re an inspiration!
#36 I know that my life is better now just because you were here for me when I needed it most. Thank you for helping me through my tough time and teaching me how to be a better person.
#37 Thank you so much for your help and support, and thank you even more for caring enough about our cause to donate your time and money towards it. Because of people like you, we continue to work hard towards our goals!
#38 Thank you for giving up some of your free time to help me and my family. You are a very nice person, and I am deeply grateful for everything that you do.
#39 I’m not sure how we would get through this without you help. Thank you so much for all the work that you did on our home; it wouldn’t be livable otherwise!
#40 The world is better with people like you in it. Thanks for being one of those great people who steps up when they see someone in need, especially since I know there is a personal cost involved.
#41 You really cared enough about our cause here to take time out of your busy schedule and volunteer at our center. Thank you for thinking of us and taking the time to come here. I’m touched by your dedication.
#42 Thank you for giving up a Saturday morning to help at our fundraiser! You were a big help, and we couldn’t have done it without you. We really appreciate all of your hard work!
#43 Your time and effort means a lot to us, thank you for coming out today even on such a hot day! We really appreciate it and hope that we can do the same in return.
#44 We really appreciate all of your hard work! It was so nice having someone who knew what they were doing helping out with the fundraising event. Thanks so much for volunteering your time with us, we really appreciate it.
#45 Your dedication to our cause is very impressive! Thank you so much for being a volunteer and working so hard. You motivated us all, and helped us a great deal. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.
#46 You truly light up the room – not only with your smile, but also with your heart. We love having someone like you around – we always walk away happier than before after talking and working together Thank you for all that you do.
#47 Thank you for picking us to be the recipients of your kindness and selflessness. The world definitely needs more people like you, and we are lucky you chose us to be on the receiving end of all that you do.
#48 It’s always good when somebody can inspire us to give back more than before. You did just that, thank you! What an honor it is to be just one small part in your life’s larger journey. Thank you! We appreciate what you have done for us, but even more so for what it means about who YOU are as a person. We admire this very much <3
#49 Your dedication is truly admirable – thank you for putting forth such a great example. There is no doubt that you are a great person.
#50 Thank you for being the best friend I could have asked for. Your generosity is astounding, and one day I hope to be able to give back as much as you have given me.
#51 I’m so glad that your positive spirit has rubbed off on us! You are an inspiration to all of us here, raising our spirits during this tough time. Nobody would have thought it possible but because of your dedication, we are already feeling better! Thank you so much!
#52 It is people like you that make this world a better place. Thank you for taking the time to stop and help those in need.
#53 Thank you for your time and effort with volunteering! You are an inspiration to us all, and we hope to see more of the same from you in the future.
#54 We know how busy life can get, but thank you for still making time to give back to your community! We appreciate everything that you do.
#55 I don’t even know how I can express my gratitude towards what you have done. Thank you a million times over for helping our school raise money with your volunteer work! It means so much!
#56 I know that there are people out there who believe in the power of volunteerism without expecting anything in return. Thank you for being an example to these people and inspiring me, I’m so grateful for your efforts.
#57 Thank you for giving your time, energy, and selfless service towards something bigger than yourself. You are truly making a difference in our world! I hope that you know how much your contributions are appreciated.
#58 It is important to give back to society whenever possible. Thank you for doing just that by volunteering with us today! It was wonderful meeting you and working alongside you.
#59 Thank you for always volunteering to help out. Even when you are tired, or have other obligations, you still give up your time for others.
#60 It means so much to me that you want to make this world a better place by helping others in need. You are an exceptional person with a truly generous heart!
#61 I am very grateful for everything that you do. I hope that all of your hard work is recognized and appreciated more than it already has been. Thank you for being such an amazing person!
#62 You will never fully know how grateful I am for what you do every day of the year. Your selflessness inspires everyone around you – including me! Keep up the excellent work!
Warp Up
In conclusion, this article provides a list of sample thank you messages for volunteers. Whether you’re thanking someone from the organization or from the volunteer, these samples will help make the day of any volunteer.
Thank your volunteers for their time with a personalized message. They deserve it!