A volunteer gives time and expertise without expecting monetary compensation. Half of the U.S. populations who volunteer make educational, health, cultural and human service programs work.
National Volunteer Week
April 27-May 3, 2008
National Volunteer Week dates back to 1974 when President Richard Nixon signed an executive order establishing the week as an annual celebration of volunteering. Since then, every U.S. President has signed a proclamation promoting National Volunteer Week. Additionally, governors, mayors and other elected officials make public statements and sign proclamations in support of National Volunteer Week.
How to start volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to spend your time, and may even be a graduation requirement in your school. There are so many organizations looking for help and tons of jobs for you, but what are you going to do?
6 Steps to Get Involved
1. Choose your something. There are tons of organizations that need help, but which one is most important to you?
Do you want to work with kids, help clean the planet, or take care of animals in shelters?
2. Make a list of your talents and abilities. Decide what you can do for your cause to make the biggest difference. If you are a great soccer player, you might want to teach kids your skills at an after-school program. Volunteering should be fun, so work on something that you enjoy.
3. Search for local organizations that support the cause you believe in.
4. Contact each organization about different opportunities. First, make sure that they accept volunteers under 18. If they do, let them know what you can do, and see how you can help.
5. Talk to others. If you think you would enjoy volunteering with this organization, ask to speak to other volunteers to make sure their experience was as good as you hope yours will be.
6. Do something! Start volunteering as soon as possible and make the most out of your talents.
Volunteering allows you to meet people that you may not have and or you have similar interests. You may make new friends of the same age or different ages. Or you may make contacts that lead to internships and future Jobs. Who knows you may learn a skill set you have wanted to know for a while. The possibilities are endless!
http://www.presidentialserviceawards.gov/
“Volunteerism Is the Name of the Game”
Volunteerism takes all the focus off of yourselves and lets you explore a whole new world. The joy of volunteer work is so fulfilling when you see a smile on the face of a child or you see someone so meek & humble who can barely look at you to say thank you!
Quotes:
National Volunteer Week
April 27-May 3, 2008
National Volunteer Week dates back to 1974 when President Richard Nixon signed an executive order establishing the week as an annual celebration of volunteering. Since then, every U.S. President has signed a proclamation promoting National Volunteer Week. Additionally, governors, mayors and other elected officials make public statements and sign proclamations in support of National Volunteer Week.
How to start volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to spend your time, and may even be a graduation requirement in your school. There are so many organizations looking for help and tons of jobs for you, but what are you going to do?
6 Steps to Get Involved
1. Choose your something. There are tons of organizations that need help, but which one is most important to you?
Do you want to work with kids, help clean the planet, or take care of animals in shelters?
2. Make a list of your talents and abilities. Decide what you can do for your cause to make the biggest difference. If you are a great soccer player, you might want to teach kids your skills at an after-school program. Volunteering should be fun, so work on something that you enjoy.
3. Search for local organizations that support the cause you believe in.
4. Contact each organization about different opportunities. First, make sure that they accept volunteers under 18. If they do, let them know what you can do, and see how you can help.
5. Talk to others. If you think you would enjoy volunteering with this organization, ask to speak to other volunteers to make sure their experience was as good as you hope yours will be.
6. Do something! Start volunteering as soon as possible and make the most out of your talents.
Volunteering allows you to meet people that you may not have and or you have similar interests. You may make new friends of the same age or different ages. Or you may make contacts that lead to internships and future Jobs. Who knows you may learn a skill set you have wanted to know for a while. The possibilities are endless!
http://www.presidentialserviceawards.gov/
“Volunteerism Is the Name of the Game”
Volunteerism takes all the focus off of yourselves and lets you explore a whole new world. The joy of volunteer work is so fulfilling when you see a smile on the face of a child or you see someone so meek & humble who can barely look at you to say thank you!
Quotes:
As the cliché says, "Feed a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach him to fish and you feed him for a lifetime."
Never mistake knowledge for wisdom one helps you make a living; the other helps you make a life!
Remember whenever you are able do good to those who need help. Proverbs 3:27
"Take one day at a time….live, love & laugh…be strong…be you breathe!"
Our Mission
Enriching the lives and communities by education while promoting and supporting volunteerism!
Never mistake knowledge for wisdom one helps you make a living; the other helps you make a life!
Remember whenever you are able do good to those who need help. Proverbs 3:27
"Take one day at a time….live, love & laugh…be strong…be you breathe!"
Our Mission
Enriching the lives and communities by education while promoting and supporting volunteerism!
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