From the 3^rd of March to the 31^st of March 2025, Tata Volunteering Week (TVW) returns with a theme that’s not just about volunteering—it’s about shifting the world through the power of kindness: Go the Extra Smile!

A smile is a small gesture, yet its power is limitless—it lifts spirits, connects hearts, and spreads positivity. But what if we could take that smile further? What if every smile led to a ripple effect of acts of kindness? Would it then not leave the world a better place than we found it? That’s the essence of this year’s theme: going beyond the expected to create meaningful impact.



“Who can participate?”
If you can smile, you can join. Tata employees, retirees, family,—this call is for anyone who believes that kindness can change the world, one smile at a time.

“Why join the movement?”

• Experience the joy of volunteering: There’s no feeling quite like knowing you’ve made someone’s day better with a simple act.
• Create lasting impact: A smile might be small, but the difference it makes can be huge. Every extra step you take builds a stronger, happier community.
• Foster connections: Volunteering is about bringing people together—creating bonds, sharing stories, and finding joy in the work you do.
• Inspire kindness: Going the extra smile isn’t just about volunteering; it’s about creating a culture where service, kindness, and empathy are the cornerstones.

“How do I get involved?”
It’s simple! Here’s how you can spread the joy:

1. Find a volunteering opportunity: Head to Tata Engage to discover a range of activities curated across the group. Choose one which makes your heart beat for a cause you feel passionately about.
2. Connect with your SPOC: Reach out to your company’s volunteering SPOC to learn more about activities happening within your organization.
3. Take action yourself: Don’t wait—create your own volunteering opportunity with the TVW DIY kit. Invite colleagues, friends, and family to be part of something meaningful.
4. Collaborate and grow together: Volunteering is even more powerful when done as a team. Rally your colleagues, team mates and loved ones to multiply the impact of every act of service.

Tata Volunteering Week 23 is about more than just donating time—it’s about creating a legacy of change, one smile at a time. When we go the extra mile for our communities, we do more than just meet needs; we inspire hope, encourage unity, and build stronger, more compassionate neighborhoods. This year, let’s come together to prove that kindness isn’t a gesture, but a way of life.

Join the movement. Share your story.

Share the joy of volunteering with others! Post your volunteering moments and connect with fellow change-makers on social media using #TataCares #TataEngage, #TVW23, #GoTheExtraSmile, #TataVolunteers.

Together, let’s go the extra smile, spread the love, and create a world where every act of kindness leaves a lasting mark.