Volunteer Work Information

Consider helping animals by volunteering with a pet shelter.

Instead of monetary gains, volunteer work is rewarding on a more personal level. Many people find fulfillment in volunteering their time to improve the lives of others.

Types

Volunteer work takes many forms. Some choose to help adults with disabilities or addictions, while others choose to make the world a better place for children. If working with people is not what you had in mind, there are also a number of opportunities to work with both wild and domesticated animals.

Rewards

Not all of the rewards for volunteer work are emotional. Some schools might offer extra credit in exchange for volunteer work performed for specific organizations. Career connections might also be made while volunteering in your chosen field.

Organizations

Idealist.org connects potential volunteers with organizations that need workers. Fill out a volunteer profile to see a list of potential opportunities that fit your specifications. Some organizations often listed include "Big Brothers and Big Sisters", "The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals" and "Amnesty International".

References

• Idealist.org
• DeAnza College: Extra Credit and Volunteer Opportunites