The importance and benefits of giving back to your community

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Sheeba Samuel

India

Aug 27

Joined Mar 15, 2021

Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to

serve. You don’t have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve. You don’t have to know the second theory of thermodynamics in physics to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” -Martin Luther King, Jr.

You gain a unique sense of purpose by serving those around you, one which often manifests in other areas of your life. Whether you’re passionate about advocacy, animal rights, teacher kids, recording audio books for the visually challenged kids, helping the homeless, you can find a valuable way to donate your time with NGO’s. I have been volunteering from 5 years. The most appealing part of volunteering with Connect For is that they have  tailored opportunities that are perfect for working individuals. You may participate in a variety of options that provide you with total flexibility, including content writing, graphic design, audiobook recording, and many more.  They also provides a variety of online volunteering opportunities 

Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds a community together. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people, animals, and organizations in need Volunteering may boost your self-esteem and self-confidence. When you do something you feel is worthwhile and valuable for your community, it gives you a sense of accomplishment that may help you feel more fulfilled about your life and any future goals.

Dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network ,Learn new skills and expand your own horizons. Even if you only donate a few hours of time each month, you will be making a huge difference in the lives of others.

You can make a difference in someone’s life. 

Become a volunteer and discover a whole new world of possibilities! 

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