Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is good for your body and soul!

For your body…


Volunteering


• May help you to live longer.
• Helps combat depression and loneliness.

And your soul…


Volunteering


• Can give you a sense of purpose. After all, it's nice to be needed!
• Gives you the chance to share your skills and knowledge with others. It can help you to make new friends.
• Allows you to explore your interests. Do you like children? Work as a mentor or tutor. Are you an environmentalist? Work in the welcome center of a National Park. Do you like to cook? Volunteer to prepare a meal in a soup kitchen.


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