Career Development
Volunteer Programs for Teens
20 Ways for Teenagers to Help Other People by Volunteering
Have you ever thought about volunteering to a local charity or coummunity organization? There are many different reasons to start volunteering:
- to help others
- to learn about an activity or organization that interests you
- to beat boredom - if you feel totally bored, volunteer in an activity you enjoy - it's a great way to change things
- to overcome a loss you have experienced - one of the best ways to help yourself in a time of loss is to help others
- to gain perspectivie on life (there is no better way to understand your blessings than to help people in need)
Your reasons to volunteer are as individual as you are, but no matter why, you'll get a lot out of it. You can:
- learn about yourself
- learn about others
- meet a lot of interesting people
- help others as you help yourself
One of the hardest parts of volunteering can be finding a volunteering opportunity that fits your personality. Visit www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/volunteer.htm, this list of websites, and your local phone book for ideas.
