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Everyone can do something to help! There are lots of ways to get involved and make a positive impact in other people's lives. It can be an excellent way to build your skills. You can explore diverse working environments and activities while gaining practical work experience. You can also develop relationships with groups and businesses in your area. Looking to get plugged in? Here are some great resources to help you get started: The USA Freedom Corps Volunteer Network has millions of opportunities to work with more than 75,000 organizations. You can search by your interest area, by location, or by a combination of both. They have tips to help you make the most of your volunteer experience, too. You can also find great resources at students.gov, mostly in different agencies of the federal government. Some non-profit organizations are also listed. The volunteer opportunity can allow students to explore various career options. In some cases, the benefits of service can include scholarships and student loan repayment programs. You can also check out The Corporation for National and Community Service. They engage Americans of all ages and walks of life in service to help strengthen communities. You can put your dreams and goals to work through AmeriCorps. Fifty thousand Americans are serving their communities 20 to 40 hours a week through AmeriCorps. You could make a community safer. You could help a kid get a real education. You could protect the environment. At the same time, you may receive a modest living allowance, health insurance, student loan deferment, and training. Once you complete your service, you may be eligible to receive an education award. You can also find out about the Learn and Serve program. It combines service to the community with student learning. Service is tied to student class work. Some examples include: saving native plants, teaching younger children to read, and preparing food for the homeless. Another option is to check out the Student Volunteer Service Program. You can develop skills as well as explore career options in the U.S. Government. These positions generally last three to four months. How do you become a Student Volunteer? You can contact your guidance office. You may also contact the personnel office of the agency you are interested in. Information for Federal agencies can be found in your telephone directory under "U.S. Government."
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