“Indeed, the volunteers took on a huge load and responsibility in a pandemic.

How much effort and warmth they invested in overcoming the common misfortune ... I want to thank again everyone who showed such solidarity, who did not stand aside in this difficult period, did not remain indifferent, ”he said.

As Putin noted, the work of volunteers is "inherently noble."

“And your example certainly inspires and encourages hundreds of thousands, millions of our citizens to take such actions,” the Russian leader emphasized.

Earlier it was reported that Putin, as part of his participation in the "We Are Together" award ceremony, will announce the winner in the "Volunteer of the Year" nomination.