How to get involved in The Big Shout Out 2025

Give a Big Shout Out to volunteers!

This June, we’re celebrating the volunteers who make a difference across Aotearoa New Zealand every day.

They are our companions, firefighters, sports team coaches, fierce advocates, environmental stewards, and so much more. They give their time, energy, and heart to help others — now it’s their time to shine.

How to get involved

• Get resources from the Big Shout Out campaign page
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• Give a shout-out on social media - Use #TheBigShoutOut and tag @VolunteeringNZ
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• Provide a shout of kai – morning tea, lunch, BBQ, whatever suits your team
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• Create a short, heartfelt video saying “Thank you” to the volunteers who have contributed to your organisation, community, or even your own life.

Here are some prompts/ questions to answer in your video.

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Filming tips

Keep it simple – here's how:

Device: Use your smartphone (iPhone or similar) with a good-quality camera.

Sound: Film somewhere quiet – indoors is best, away from busy spaces.

Background: Keep it simple and uncluttered.

Orientation:
Portrait (vertical) for Instagram/ stories
Landscape (horizontal) may work better for Facebook or YouTube

Introduce yourself: Say your name and your organisation (if relevant).

Keep it short: Aim for around 30 seconds

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Need inspiration? Here are some handy prompts:

>> It’s the Big Shout Out and I’m giving a big shout-out to volunteers because...

>> Thanks to all the volunteers at [your org]! I’m really grateful for...

>> Ngā mihi nui volunteers! I appreciate your mahi because...

>> Volunteers are important because...

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Share your video!

Post your video on your social media and tag @volunteeringnz

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Send it to us via this form so we can share it too.
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Let’s flood Aotearoa New Zealand with messages of gratitude, celebration, and the power of volunteering!

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