It is the perfect time to set a new year’s resolution to volunteer, and we are here to help! First things first, why should you volunteer? It’s good for you! Studies show that volunteering is good for both your body and your mind. According to the Mayo Clinic Health System volunteering can: Decrease the risk of depression. Give you a …
11 Ways to Serve on 9/11
In honor of the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance, we encourage friends, neighbors, classrooms, churches, businesses, and other community organizations to plan their own service project, one that matches their interests and availability, and meets the needs of their community while keeping their community safe. Adopt a local classroom and donate school & sanitation supplies. This back …
How to Serve on a Snow Day
The weather outside is frightful, but service is so delightful! Here are some ideas for serving on a snow day! Shovel snow! You knew it would be on the list! If you are able, shovel some snow for those that may have limited mobility. Reward yourself with some well-earned cocoa! Do some pre-spring cleaning! Go through unused clothes, accessories, or …
How to Serve during the Holidays
Don’t wait for other people to be loving, giving, compassionate, grateful, forgiving, generous, or friendly — Lead the way! Steve Maraboli Find a Project It can be a challenge to find a formal volunteer project during the holidays. Volunteer opportunities fill up fast, and it is a challenge for organizations to plan one-time volunteer activities. You can search for opportunities …
Exploring Pathways on GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday is the perfect opportunity to explore some of the Pathways of Public Service and Civic Engagement! There are many ways to participate in Giving Tuesday, and every act of generosity counts. DIRECT SERVICE: Give Time You can give time as a volunteer for an organization or community effort you support. In addition to making a difference for your community, …
Why you should recruit your family to volunteer
Many of us already have made a commitment to volunteering. We’ve seen the positive influence we can have on the lives of those around us. We’re eager to chip in when it means our friends and neighbors benefit. To take volunteering to the next level – consider recruiting your family to assist you in giving back. Not only will you …
How volunteering opens career doors
It might seem a little counterintuitive, but working without pay can open doors of opportunity for your career. That’s because employers don’t only care about the skills you bring to the office. They also care about who you are as a person and about the issues and causes that drive you to do your best. Whether you are entering the …
Spooky Ways to Serve
Halloween is upon us! As we enter into the spookiest weekend of the year, we challenge you to find a way to serve and make a difference! While young boys and ghouls spend a night running door to door collecting as much fun sized candy as they can carry, they are bound to drop some wrappers on the ground in …
How volunteering can benefit your workplace culture
For the most engaged employees, work is a place where a person can make a difference in the lives of others. Yet other employees on your team need that same level of care and concern in order to be successful. Both groups of team members can benefit when your organization decides to invest time volunteering.No matter how you choose to …
How to Recruit an Outstanding Volunteer
Anyone can be a volunteer. But truly outstanding volunteers have several qualities that all volunteer managers should look out for as they build their teams. When you identify people who are a good fit, you’ll accomplish more work and have a great sense of purpose and enjoyment as a result. First, volunteers should be enthusiastic about the mission. Whether you …
Governor Declares Volunteer Week in Utah
We are happy to conclude National Volunteer Week with an official declaration from Governor Herbert recognizing Volunteer Week in Utah! This declaration not only recognizes Volunteer Week, but also commemorates UServeUtah’s 25th anniversary! You can read the full declaration below. Keep the celebration of Volunteer Week going all year! Pledge to Give 25 hours of service in 2019 to celebrate …
Get involved in National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world. Find a way to serveSearch JustServe.org to find a way to serve in your community! You can search by interest, date, and distance. We have …
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