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Volunteer Tip
Sheet
Be Selective
Think about what matters to you, and be
selective about where you spend your time.
Choosing opportunities that make you feel
good while helping others builds stronger
communities, and enriches your own life at
the same time.
Choose Carefully
United Way and community Volunteer
Centers work with volunteers and local
nonprofits to develop the best opportunities
for youth, busy working adults and seniors
to serve. When you work with your local
Volunteer Center, you can feel comfortable
about the quality and safety of the
opportunity you choose and about the
organization you donate your time to
support.
Research causes that are important to you.
Whether it's a specific health concern,
education for children or a house that needs
painting in your neighborhood, find out what
cause is closest to your heart and make a
difference.
Consider the skills you have to offer
Would you like to write an agency's
newsletter? Or would you rather build a
house? Find something you enjoy doing and
enhance your skills through volunteering.
Learn something new
Volunteering can also teach you valuable
new skills that you can use in other parts
of your life. For example, learning how to
handle crisis calls may help you communicate
better.
Don't over-commit your schedule
Stick to a volunteering schedule that makes
sense for you and leaves you time to enjoy
the activity.
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