Volunteer Card: Congratulations to 56 committed helpers in Bad Vilbel!

Volunteer Card: Congratulations to 56 committed helpers in Bad Vilbel!

Bad Vilbel, Deutschland - On June 27, 2025, the time had come again: The Wetteraukreis awarded the volunteer card as part of the Hessentag in Bad Vilbel. A total of 162 cards were spent on committed citizens: on the inside, and 56 of them were personally present to receive their wages for years of free commitment. District Administrator Jan Weckler proudly handed over the cards and emphasized the immense importance of the volunteer in the region.

The festival in Bad Vilbel not only offered a ceremonial award, but also a meeting point for exchange and encounter. On the stage "Treffpunkt Hessen", some of the honored presented their commitment in various areas, be it in sports, culture, social projects or nature conservation. The event was also supported by the Sparkasse Oberhessen, which organized a "Get Together" in the Hessentag café.

The volunteer card: more than just an ID

What makes the volunteer card so special? It is much more than a simple ID - it is a sign of recognition for the free work that many people do every day. Owner: Inside the card can look forward to discounts from public and private partners across Hesse. These range from entry into swimming pools to discounts in museums and in other leisure activities, which honor volunteering in very different ways.

To get a volunteer card, you have to meet certain requirements. This includes unpaid for at least three years and at least five hours a week for an association, an organization or an initiative. Exchange compensation that goes beyond the reimbursement of pure costs must not be granted. In addition, the seat of the association or the place of residence in the Wetteraukreis must be. The application must be confirmed by the respective organization and is only valid if there is a corresponding form.

voluntary commitment: an important asset of our society

Voluntary commitment is a central element of civic life. It is voluntary, free of charge and serves the common good. The Wetteraukreis shows with the allocation of the volunteer card that such activities are highly valued. The motives for participating in voluntary activities can be varied: whether religious conviction, the desire to help people, or the search for new social contacts - the possibilities are broad.

voluntary activities are available in many areas, such as youth work, the volunteer fire brigade, animal welfare or homeless aid. Such engagements are more important than ever today when social isolation is a big issue. They not only strengthen the community, but also promote the skills and social skills of those involved.

If you are interested in the volunteer card or would like to find out more about the discounts, you will find all the necessary information and application guidelines online. The contact person for questions is Anita Graf from the coordination center for civil engagement, which can be reached on 0 60 31/83 41 12. The honor of the volunteers is not only a nice custom, but also an important measure to make these people visible and to reward their valuable work.