Wakefield celebrates Volunteer Week 2025 with Citizen Coin

Wakefield Council is celebrating Volunteer Week 2025 (2 – 8 June) by recognising and rewarding the district’s dedicated volunteers through Citizen Coin. 

Citizen Coin, which launched in 2024, has already provided hundreds of rewards to volunteers across the district, helping to foster a stronger community spirit. As part of this year’s Volunteer Week 2025 celebrations, participating businesses are encouraging more people to give back by showcasing the benefits of volunteering.

Throughout the week, volunteers will be able to earn Citizen Coins with Wakefield based organisations and groups and redeem them for discounts at participating businesses. While local retailers and organisations are invited to offer special promotions in recognition of their contributions. The week will also feature inspiring volunteer stories, exclusive events, and opportunities for new volunteers to get involved.

Among the local businesses and organisations supporting the scheme are Diggerland and Theatre Royal Wakefield, both of which have been offering exciting rewards to Citizen Coin users.

Castleford-based Diggerland, has been delighted to support Citizen Coin and Volunteer Week 2025. Sherene Garvin-Mack from Diggerland said: “At Diggerland, we’re incredibly proud to support Citizen Coin and celebrate the hardworking volunteers who give so much to their communities. As a company committed to sustainability, from powering our parks with solar energy to reducing waste and planting trees, we know that small actions can make a big difference. That’s why we’re thrilled to reward volunteers with fun, unforgettable experiences, as a thank you for the positive impact they make every day.”

Paul Mellin from Theatre Royal Wakefield added: “We are incredibly grateful for the volunteers who contribute to our local community. Citizen Coin is an excellent initiative that not only rewards volunteers, with over 500 being rewarded to our volunteers since we joined the scheme in September but also raises awareness of the impact they have. Volunteer Week 2025 is the perfect opportunity to celebrate their hard work and encourage even more people to get involved.”

Businesses, volunteers, and community groups can sign up now to take part in Volunteer Week 2025 with Citizen Coin.

Volunteer Week 2025 aims to inspire more residents to take up volunteering and explore the rewards available through Citizen Coin. Whether supporting local charities, environmental projects, or community initiatives, volunteers can enjoy a range of benefits while making a difference.

To find out more and get involved, visit www.wakefield.gov.uk/citizencoin and follow Citizen Coin Wakefield on Facebook.

On Thursday 5 June 2025, from 11am to 3pm, there will be a Volunteer Celebration Event at Junction 32, Castleford (outside M&S). It promises to be a vibrant gathering of local charities, community groups, and services all keen to celebrate existing volunteers and meet potential new ones. Organised by the Wakefield District Volunteer Managers Network and supported by Nova, the event features stalls, prizes, activities and information about volunteering opportunities in the Wakefield district. Everyone is welcome.