BENEFITS OF YOUTH VOLUNTEERING & WORKING IN THE COMMUNITY
Explore interests & Create Broader Worldview
- Participate in different activities – explore range of interests & unlock new passions
- Diversify interests
- Learn something new!
Increase Social Connection & Networking Skills
- Provides opportunities to expand social network & make friends
- Make connections to help with future job opportunities
- Get exposed to new classmates, teachers, coaches, community leaders, & programs
Build Your Resume
- Volunteer experience provides a way someone hiring can assess your ability & work ethic (without previous work experience)
Boost University Applications
- Increase your chances of getting into your dream school
- Show you have gone above and beyond
Sense of Fulfillment
- Feel good by helping others/those in need
- Find your purpose/what drives you
Gain ‘Real World’ Skills:
- Goal setting
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Problem Solving
- Analytical thinking
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Creativity & Resourcefulness
- Organization
- Openness to Criticism
- Conflict Management
- Discipline & Responsibility
- Independence
Improve Your Mental Health
- Youth who participate in extracurricular activities show high rates of positive mental health
- Reduce stress, improve mood, feel more connected & supported
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868