There are so many reasons to volunteer. Here are just a few!
Volunteering connects you with others
Make new friends and contacts
Increase your social and relationship skills
Volunteering is good for your mind and body
Helps counteract the effects of stress, anger and anxiety
Combats depression
Makes you happy
Increases self-confidence
Provides a sense of purpose
Helps you stay physically healthy
Volunteering can advance your career
Teaches valuable job skills and builds on those you already have
Gain career experience
Volunteering brings fun and fulfillment to your life
Energizing escape from day-to-day life
Provides you with renewed creativity, motivation and vision that can carry over into your personal and professional life
Develops leadership and social skills