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Volunteering is Important: Learn About the Ways You Can Get Involved

Volunteering is an important part of being a good citizen, neighbor, and American. Here are some tips on how to get involved.


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Volunteering is a process in which someone voluntarily offers to do work for an organization or group without expecting anything in return.


Examples of volunteering include:

  • Tutoring children

  • Donating blood

  • Working at a local food bank

  • Responding to disasters and emergencies, such as hurricanes, floods, and terror attacks.

  • Helping those who are differently-abled – Whether it is by helping a student with a disability learn to read or helping someone use a computer

  • Helping others in need in a different part of the world

This list is in no way exhaustive! You can volunteer your time nearly anywhere in the world doing and the options are endless! Especially when there are so many people out in the world that need some help.


What's more—often, volunteering can lead to employment. Many organizations offer volunteering opportunities to help fill their need for skilled workers and those can turn into full time jobs, meaning you can be helping others, doing what you love, and maybe even getting paid for it!


As you can see, volunteering is a great way to help others, and yourself! For more information, contact your local United Way or visit Volunteer Match to find an opportunity near you.

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