Volunteers' Week is a national celebration of volunteers and volunteering. It takes place from 1-7 June each year. Its aim is to raise the profile of England’s 22 million volunteers while encouraging others to get involved.

As a volunteer-led organisation, Scouting is testament to what can be achieved by people who give their time and energy to a worthwhile cause. Without the dedicated commitment from our volunteers Scouting would not be as successful or as far-reaching as it is.

Take our poll and let us know why you stay in Scouting. And most of all, thank you for all your work to bring adventure to half a million young people.

‘I originally became a Young Leader as part of my Chief Scout’s Platinum award to fulfil the part of “service”. I was inspired by our two previous Young Leaders and wanted to do the great job that they did with me.’ TOM, EXPLORER SCOUT

‘As a Fellowship member, I enjoy the flexibility that it gives me to help out with Sections/events as and when I can. I’ve just spent a term helping new Leaders get the hang of their Cub Pack.’ MARION FRANKLAND