I would really like to volunteer somewhere in my community, but i have NO IDEA where to start and what to do.
I'm in high school and live in Phoenix, Arizona. I'm really wanting to do something with women or younger kids, maybe with a disability or something.
Any suggestions or ideas???
thanks :]
2007-12-06 15:27:03 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Community Service
volunteer match will tell you whats out there and what type of skills are needed....good luck!!
http://www.volunteermatch.org/bymsa/m6200/c/opp1.html
2007-12-06 15:32:43 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As one of the people here said, a hospital is a good start but you can also check your local churches as they are very involved with the community. The food banks are always looking for volunteers and some churches offer this service to their community, I found this to be my passion, I met wonderful people, made new friends and learned to appreciate what I have and helped me to be a more compassionate person towards others. Good for you for wanting to do this and I hope you find something that suits you.
2007-12-06 16:47:12 · answer #2 · answered by Becky 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local hospital ...Hospitals are always looking for volunteer's etc. ..Thats what im doing ! I called my local hospital set up a appointment and i am a volunteer now for them ! I am happy and i have a lot of experience now dealing with patients and more ! Hope this helps ...good luck !
2007-12-06 15:42:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local animal shelter.I have been there for 2 years and I love it.Being there has made me decide to be a vet tech.The animals will love you for it and its so much fun.For the last two days I have been working with a 4 week Rott. puppy.He has a neurological problem possibly and just spending time with him and helping him with his basic needs is so rewarding.Holding the little guy while he went to sleep was so sweet.
2007-12-07 02:27:26 · answer #4 · answered by Dr Doolittle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VolunteerMatch (http://www.volunteermatch.org), Idealist (http://www.idealist.org) and CraigsList (http://www.craigslist.com) all list volunteering opportunities with thousands of organizations. These are great places to look for volunteering opportunities. Also, contact your local volunteer center; you can find this via the Points of Light Foundation web site.
2007-12-06 22:28:08 · answer #5 · answered by Jayne says READ MORE BOOKS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
peace corp
2007-12-06 18:48:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
www.thepencilproject.com
really easy and rewarding...our school did it
2007-12-07 00:43:54 · answer #7 · answered by itsallgood 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋