With the majority of us having extremely busy lives, the thought of volunteering – devoting your time and energy to a cause without financial compensation – may appear to be an insurmountable job.

Why is volunteering important?

Volunteering benefits those in need, worthy causes, and the community, but the rewards to you, the volunteer, can be much bigger.

It is significant since most non-profit organizations and charities are only partially funded. As a result, most organizations rely on the generosity and compassion of volunteers to assist those in need.

Benefits of Volunteering

1. Connects you with others
2. Builds self-confidence and self-esteem
3. Important for both physical and mental health
4. Promotes good health and happiness
5. Helps you advance your career
6. Boosts interpersonal skills
7. Brings fun and fulfillment to your life
8. Increases your social and relationship skills

Ways to Volunteer

• Tutoring students
• Reading to seniors at an old-age home
• Walking dogs at an animal shelter
• Spending time with children at an orphanage
• Organize after-school activities for the youth
• Participate in a cleanup
• Join hands with an NGO for food distribution

Where to find volunteering opportunities

• Senior Centers
• Orphanages
• Libraries
• Animal Shelters
• Rescue Organizations
• Rotary Clubs
• NGOs
• Places of worship; Church, Mosque, Temple, and Synagogues

Volunteering clearly has several benefits, including improved physical and mental health, making new friends and avoiding loneliness, a sense of purpose, and increased self-confidence. As a result, all of these factors will contribute to your overall well-being, creating a win-win situation for everyone.