What has been your best volunteering experience?

Without a doubt being a Peace Corps Volunteer was my best experience, but if you want to stay local try volunteering at a Ronald McDonald House. The children and families are absolutely amazing. You may also want to try teaching English as a second language. read more

We have to work hard to enjoy the fruits of our labor. Even if you have the diploma from the best school in the world, it is not enough because what matters most is your skills, your talent. The best way to discover who you are in order to integrate yourself in the society is to volunteer. read more

Volunteering and helping others can help you reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose. While it’s true that the more you volunteer, the more benefits you’ll experience, volunteering doesn’t have to involve a long-term commitment or take a huge amount of time out of your busy day. read more

It has always been a pleasure for me to share my volunteer experiences because it is from these experiences that I was selected out of 500 applications to serve in this group. It all started when I was in secondary school. read more

Your local media are also excellent resources. Community newspapers and the websites of your favorite TV stations often have news or listings of volunteer needs right in your neighborhood. Question your neighbors and friends about their volunteer experiences and how they got involved. read more