Points of Light Events
These events for volunteers, nonprofits and businesses are opportunities to come together, take action to improve our communities, and celebrate the impact of volunteer service.
These events for volunteers, nonprofits and businesses are opportunities to come together, take action to improve our communities, and celebrate the impact of volunteer service.
Take Part in a Points of Light Event
Individuals, organizations and civic leaders are invited attend one of our signature events, participate in our community service events and convenings designed to bring people together across sectors to shape the work being done to accelerate people-powered change around the world, or join our events for volunteers through our annual days of service to celebrate the impact of volunteer service in our communities.
Signature Events
Our signature corporate and nonprofit events include the Points of Light Conference and The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards Celebration.
Network Events & Convenings
Throughout the year, our network hosts events, convenings that bring nonprofit and corporate thought leaders to the table.
Days of Service
From celebrating National Volunteer Week to Family Volunteer Day and more, days of service bring people together to improve our communities.
Upcoming Events
- October 23
George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards
Washington, D.C.Our sixth annual celebration of the transformative power of service and civic engagement.
Learn More - APRIL, 2025
GLOBAL VOLUNTEER MONTH
Honor and celebrate volunteers worldwide while encouraging volunteerism everywhere.
Learn More - JUNE 3–6, 2025
2025 Points of Light Conference
New OrleansEarly bird registration opens March 1. Sign up to receive updates.
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Points of Light Conference
The Points of Light Conference is a global convening of nonprofit, government, business and civic leaders who connect, collaborate, gain and share the knowledge and resources needed to galvanize the power of people to create change.
Days of Service
Annual days of service are an opportunity for individuals, families and organizations to come together to improve their communities through volunteer service.
MLK Day of Service
January 20, 2025
Join thousands who will make Martin Luther King Jr. Day “a day on, not a day off,” by honoring the memory of Dr. King through acts of service in their communities.
Global Volunteer Month
APRIL 2025
Global Volunteer Month recognizes the thousands of people around the world who serve as points of light. Get involved in your own community with virtual volunteer opportunities and recognize the impact of volunteers worldwide.
Good Deeds Day
April 6, 2025
Good Deeds Day is a global celebration that unites people from more than 100 countries to do good deeds for the benefit of others and the planet.
National Volunteer Week
April 20–26, 2025
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world.
9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance
sept. 11, 2025
The 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is a day dedicated to transforming the anniversary of the September 11 attacks into a day of unity and service. This day encourages individuals to engage in acts of kindness and service to honor those whose lives were lost and bring about positive change in their memories.
Volunteers pack meals during 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance | Image courtesy 9/11 Day
Family Volunteer Day
Nov. 23, 2024
Family Volunteer Day is a global day of service that celebrates the power of families who work together to support their communities and neighborhoods.
This year, the needs are greater than ever before. And though volunteering may look different, there are still so many ways to give back. Take time out with your family this season to help others, and make a positive mark on the world.
MLK Day of Service MLK Day of Service
MLK Day of Service
January 20, 2025
Join thousands who will make Martin Luther King Jr. Day “a day on, not a day off,” by honoring the memory of Dr. King through acts of service in their communities.
Global Volunteer Month Global Volunteer Month
Global Volunteer Month
APRIL 2025
Global Volunteer Month recognizes the thousands of people around the world who serve as points of light. Get involved in your own community with virtual volunteer opportunities and recognize the impact of volunteers worldwide.
Good Deeds Day Good Deeds Day
Good Deeds Day
April 6, 2025
Good Deeds Day is a global celebration that unites people from more than 100 countries to do good deeds for the benefit of others and the planet.
National Volunteer Week National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week
April 20–26, 2025
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world.
9/11 Day 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance
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9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance
sept. 11, 2025
The 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is a day dedicated to transforming the anniversary of the September 11 attacks into a day of unity and service. This day encourages individuals to engage in acts of kindness and service to honor those whose lives were lost and bring about positive change in their memories.
Volunteers pack meals during 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance | Image courtesy 9/11 Day
Family Volunteer Day Family Volunteer Day
Family Volunteer Day
Nov. 23, 2024
Family Volunteer Day is a global day of service that celebrates the power of families who work together to support their communities and neighborhoods.
This year, the needs are greater than ever before. And though volunteering may look different, there are still so many ways to give back. Take time out with your family this season to help others, and make a positive mark on the world.
The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards Celebration
The George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards Celebration honors extraordinary individuals who demonstrate the traits of our 41st president – integrity, empathy, respect, optimism, conviction in the face of opposition and belief in the power of the human spirit.
Read About Past Events
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