How does it feels like to be a top identifier?

Indeed I love helping other. But I also want some very little feedbacks such as a thank, or tag me the next time when they need help, or a chance to further discussion.
Unluckily, those situations are rare, which makes me doubt myself, am I spending time and efford to do what I can do but finally in vain? Do I really help people? Am I inessential? Should I quit to be more relax?