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Uncover the mutual rewards of volunteering! Delve into this enlightening letter discussing how giving back not only supports nonprofits but also enriches your life in meaningful ways. Explore the article to learn more about the profound impact of community service. #BergenVolunteers #Volunteering #CommunityImpact

Embracing the spirit of giving on Internatioal Day of Charity! Dive into this article for volunteer tips that drive positive change. Let's keep extending love and support to those who could use a helping hand. #DayofCharity #CommunityImpact #CorinaMarlerStateFarm https://lnkd.in/gSDwD5w2

Are you are interested in volunteering with Suicide&Co this year? UK businesses give employees a total 11 million days of paid volunteering time each year, with only 14.3% of it being used, meaning that an estimated 200 million hours of corporate volunteering goes to waste every single year (London Benchmarking Group 2020)! Most people are unaware of their policies but even those who are forget to take them or don't know what to use them for. At Suicide&Co we have lots of opportunities to volunteer your time in 2024, from supporting at fundraising events, to assisting with our merchandise fulfillment. In 2023 we worked with various companies to utilise employee's volunteer days and this year we want to help you make your days count! To allow all of us to plan better, we have created a survey to guage what you're interested in so that we can reach out when there is a relevant activity. https://lnkd.in/dX7CsRrP Everyone that is offered the days should be planning what they can be used for throughout the year, but if our charity mission is close to your heart please do consider registering your interest. Keep talking x

Is your volunteer program agile and flexible enough to adapt to the changing needs of volunteers? 👥 The nonprofit sector is laying the foundation for the future of volunteerism, and emerging trends are impacting volunteerism across various verticals. From changes to the scope of volunteer roles to the administration of volunteer programs, nonprofits need to stay up-to-date on the latest trends to ensure that their volunteer base remains strong. Check out this article by Lori Gotlieb for actionable tips to help you adapt and keep your volunteer program sustainable. ⬇️ https://okt.to/1Kc3hA #article #blogs #leadership #charity #nonprofit #philanthropy #charities #nonprofits #notforprofit #blog #blogging #nonprofitwork #nonprofitlife #network #association #nonprofitorganization #community #leadership #volunteerism #volunteer #VolunteerEngagement #VolunteerManagement

📣Why Volunteering in the Workplace is a good idea!📣 Did you know that this week is Volunteers’ Week – 3-9 June 2024? Volunteers’ Week has been around for 40 years and is used as a time to inspire more people to make a difference. It takes place for a week from the first Monday in June. ***************************** Why volunteer? The Volunteers’ Week organisation states volunteering is a wonderful way to give back to society and help others, which in turn makes you feel great. To find out more please click on the following link https://lnkd.in/eDcQqZbe *****************************   I believe it is a good idea for all organisations to encourage volunteering all year round whether they provide time off for their people to volunteer in a way they choose or arrange corporate events and opportunities. Whilst it is great to have a reminder, promote and celebrate volunteering for a week; there are so many more benefits of this becoming a regular part of workplace culture. Having a Volunteers policy can be really helpful too. Here’s some of my reasons why: 1.   Clarity and Consistency: Clear guidelines ensure everyone knows what’s what. 2.   Boosts Participation: Structured support encourages more people to want to volunteer and get involved. 3.   Enhances Engagement: Volunteering often increases job satisfaction and connection to the workplace. 4.   Skill Development: Employees can gain valuable skills that benefit their professional roles. 5.   Positive Image: Demonstrates corporate social responsibility, which in turn can help to attract customers and top talent. 6.   Team Building: Group activities often strengthen team bonds and collaboration. 7.   Well-being: Volunteering can improve mental health and provide a sense of purpose. If you don’t already have a Volunteers policy I recommend that you implement one and see your workplace thrive! Remember, the best way to introduce anything new is to fully engage your people and communicate, communicate communicate 🌟 If you or your workplace take part in volunteering, please leave your comments below.

"I can make such a difference volunteering. If I hadn't spoken to the cubs group - they may never have gone on to fundraise!" Zehra is one of our Community Engagement Volunteers, which means she visits local groups to tell them about Crisis, the work we do, and encourages them to fundraise to help end homelessness. She tells her story. "I've been volunteering for over a year. I like to visit Scout, Guides and Cub groups as this is where the opportunities are in my local area. I’m used to visiting these groups with my children and I like engaging with younger people. "I chose to volunteer for Crisis because after donating monthly for years, I wanted to go beyond that. I have a bit more time as my children get older and I want to make a bit more of a difference. "I usually present to children between the ages of 5-16. I really enjoy doing an activity or playing games, or with younger children drawing and colouring. My talks are generally about what ‘Home’ means to them, the causes of homelessness and how they can help. "It always amazes me how engaged young people are. They are so much more engaged than what you think they would be. They always ask lots of questions. ‘Why do people have dogs?’ is a popular one! One great question I had was from a 14 year old. He asked, "what the government can do to change homelessness?", which sparked lots of conversations. "The questions always prompt interesting conversations. When asked about why people sit outside McDonalds, I turned it into a conversation by asking them where they would sit and what the dangers are. "While volunteering, I've learnt that you can make a difference. If I hadn’t spoken to a Cubs group would they have gone on to fundraise? An individual can make a difference! "If you're thinking about volunteering, just go for it. You get so much out of it, even if you have just 1 hour or 2 over a month, you make a difference." If you would like to volunteer, like Zehra, visit our website: https://bit.ly/3sr6WLF

How are your New Year’s resolutions going? Well, we thought we’d give you one more option to consider—VOLUNTEERING! Of course, there are LOTS of reasons we’d love to have you join the KARM family. In addition to those reasons, research shows volunteering is good for YOU. Here’s what a recent “Business Wire” article says about the benefits of volunteering: “Picking a cause and getting out to volunteer turns out to be the one single, achievable, sustainable and widely beneficial resolution for the New Year that checks off so many of the top resolutions on everyone’s lists. In addition to helping others, studies show volunteering can benefit the volunteer in many ways, including: • 96% report feeling a greater sense of purpose when they volunteer • 94% of people who volunteer report that it improves their mood • 76% say volunteering makes them feel physically healthier and reduces stress, which in turn may help reduce risk of heart disease, stroke, depression and anxiety” We also LOVE it when groups of employees come to KARM to serve meals or provide snacks in our courtyard concessions area. To learn more about volunteer opportunities at KARM, email [email protected]. We can’t wait to meet you!