Event Volunteer
The plugin is a highly customizable calendar on the front end. All the events will display on the calendar. Also, users will be able to click on any event to view the event detail page and added volunteers.
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Event Volunteer shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 6 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.4 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where Event Volunteer stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Event | >100 |
| form | >100 |
| register | >100 |
| registration | >100 |
| volunteer | >100 |
About Event Volunteer
From the official readme · v1.0Description
The plugin is a highly customizable calendar on the front end. All the events will display on the calendar. Also, users will be able to click on any event to view the event detail page and added volunteers.
In backend, admin can create Events, select Location and Task.
Note: You need to install and activate the Wow forms WordPress plugin to add the volunteer
and assign the event.
URL: https://wordpress.org/plugins/mwp-forms/
FEATURES OF THE EVENT VOLUNTEER:
* Easily display event calendar using shortcode
* Create registration form, using wow form builder
* Easily Manage Volunteer ie. search and delete volunteer
* Set Reminder Email to volunteer for events
* Can set volunteer limit for specific events
* Can Export CSV, Excel, PDF of the volunteers
For any Feedback and Queries please Email us at
vivek.jha@galaxyweblinks.in
Installation
Installation Steps
- Upload the folder to
/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Go to the admin Event Volunteers Menu and it’s submenu to enable event options
Frequently asked questions
How to display Event Calendar?
You can add an Event Calendar in your WordPress posts, pages, or custom post types via shortcodes. [evp_eventlist] You can also display an event calendar via plugin setting page.
Which type of event displays on Event Calendar?
There are two types of events, upcoming and previous events that can be displayed on Event Calendar.
How can we send a confirmation email to the volunteer?
Using the below link, go to the volunteer details page. Click the button to send email and confirm. ex: wp-admin > Event Volunteers > View > View Details
How to assign a task for volunteers?
Please check the below steps. 1] Admin can create a task from the backend. Go to the admin EVP Events Task menus and create a new task. Ex: wp-admin > Evp Events Task > Add New 2] Once created task, go the event page or create a new event and choose a task from the bottom of the page in the Event task section. Ex: wp-admin > Event Events > Add New(Edit) > Select Event Task
How to create volunteers?
Anyone can register himself first on the site from the front end, once registered they will redirect automatically to the login page, once logged in they can assign ownself as a volunteer, they can register other users for volunteer. To register, go to the Calendar page and select an event from the calendar.
How to create events?
Login with admin and go to the Evp Events menu page. ex: wp-admin > Evp Events > Add New
How to create a custom registration form?
Admin can create registration form using wow form. To create form go to the “Wow-Company” menu and create a form using wow form builder.
Can we assign a volunteer to multiple events or tasks?
Yes, Admin can assign a volunteer to multiple tasks from the backend.
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FAQ
Event Volunteer: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is Event Volunteer free?
Yes. Event Volunteer is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Event Volunteer safe to use in 2026?
Event Volunteer shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Event Volunteer?
Event Volunteer is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,633 times since it launched in April 2020. It was downloaded 76 times in the last 30 days.
Does Event Volunteer work with WordPress 7.1?
Event Volunteer is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.23, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Event Volunteer need?
Event Volunteer requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Event Volunteer last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on May 18, 2020 (6 years ago).
Who makes Event Volunteer?
Event Volunteer is developed and maintained by Galaxy Weblinks.
What are the best alternatives to Event Volunteer?
The most popular alternatives to Event Volunteer are The Events Calendar (600K+ installs), Timetable and Event Schedul… (30K+ installs) and WP Events Manager (30K+ installs).
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