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Have you thought about working as a volunteer? Many local Charities and organization’s, such as
the salvation army, rely on people who volunteer their time. There are many reasons to start
volunteering; to help others: to beat boredom; to learn a new activity; and to gain a new
perspective on life. It can sometimes be difficult to find a volunteering opportunity (that is a good
fit for you). However, there are many “different possibilities.” If you keep looking -- you will find
a volunteer position that works for you.
If you are interested in helping people who live in poverty, homeless shelters, are always in need of
volunteers’. You might be asked to prepare and serve meals at the shelter: help in the shelters
office, or help organize a fundraising campaign. Food Banks also help people who struggle with
poverty by collecting and distributing food to those in need. In addition to providing food for
homeless shelters food banks also serve people living in the community.
Are you an animal lover? Many animal-shelters welcome volunteers to help take care of animals,
clean the facilities, and work with the public.
If you are concerned about the environment; there are several organizations that welcome young
people to become involved in Environmental activities. You may be asked to talk to people about
the environment, clean-up rivers or parks, or help build hiking trails, fortunately, these activities can
be very rewarding.
Whatever your interests, you can get much out of volunteering. Scott, a high school student and
homeless shelter volunteer -- sums up his volunteer experience: “You will learn about yourself, learn
about others, and meet many interesting people along the way”.