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Volunteering


I mentioned my wonderful experience volunteering on Saturday a couple times already.  I love volunteering and I think you might too...

Step one to finding a volunteer activity you love:  figure out your own preferences.  Some people don't want to work directly with others.  Some do.  Some people prefer to work with the elderly.  Some kids.  Everyone has their own preference.  Figure out what you enjoy and find a place to volunteer doing that.  You're not getting paid, so you better enjoy it.

I love working with kids.  And I want to spend my time with them.  I don't want to work behind the scenes.  I also like working with Spanish speakers.  So when I was looking for a place to volunteer both those areas attracted me.

Step two:  Find somewhere to volunteer.  This is easier than it may seem.  In Chicago I recommend checking out Chicago Cares.  They have so many sites all over Chicago.  You're bound to find something that will work for you.  I know when it comes to volunteering, it needs to be convenient.  Meaning it needs to be close to me or on my way somewhere.
Idealist also has all kinds of volunteer postings.

You're bound to find something for you!

I can almost guarantee you'll get something out of it.  I found myself telling my parents about volunteering all evening and laughing about some of the experiences while I retold stories.  I had a great time!


It's also a great way to meet fellow volunteers!  I mean you already have something in common, you both picked the same activity and you both picked to volunteer!

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