How has your community affected your life? In a positive way? If so, you may want to give back, and do something to contribute to the community that’s been a part of your life. Sound like a plan? Excellent. We’ve

So you want to give back to your community. Good for you! Donating money is one way to go, and donating your time is a fabulous thing to do, too. But how about donating your stuff? If you haven’t taken … Continue reading →

Volunteering is a powerful thing. Not only that, it’s good for your soul, your professional development, and your community. Fortunately, many high schools (and universities) agree. Even better, more and more schools are starting to offer academic credit for students … Continue reading →

You made it through final exams and you’re looking forward to a little rest and relaxation this summer. And you deserve it! But before you get too comfortable, consider finding some time in your summer schedule for volunteering. Why should … Continue reading →

With our focus on the environment this month, we wanted to share with you some ideas for connecting your passion for volunteerism with ways you can help the planet. We all know that the smallest acts can have a huge … Continue reading →

Are you an artist? Do you dream of a creative career? Sure, it may seem like there isn’t as clear a “path” to becoming an artist as the path for, say, becoming a doctor, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t

It’s no secret that volunteering is good for the soul. Donating your time and energy to help make a difference in the life of someone or to benefit a cause you feel strongly about is an all-around feel-good proposition.

For volunteer junkies, the payoff for donating hours and energy is often getting the chance to make a difference with an individual or organization they feel passionate about.

For many people, when they think of summer, they think getaway. The beach, the country, the mountains, or maybe a more exotic locale. But for people looking for a more unusual and rewarding getaway experience, a volunteer vacation might be … Continue reading →

There’s no doubt that at the core of most successful organizations, movements, and communities are a ton of committed volunteers. Volunteers help run food banks, after-school programs, huge happenings like Earth Day, and community-based events like concerts and triathlons. But … Continue reading →

Sometimes the only thing that stands between a person and volunteering is knowing where to start. The thought of sifting through thousands of volunteer ops on some search engine and then reaching out to sign up can feel so daunting, … Continue reading →

Each fall as election season rolls around, political volunteers come out of the woodwork. They’re going door-to-door, setting up booths at community events, handing out flyers, or snagging signatures outside your favorite stores. For many of these diehard volunteers, political … Continue reading →