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National Volunteer WeekApril 10-16, 2011VOLUNTEERSGROWCOMMUNITYQuestions about volunteeringTen reasons for youth to volunteer Q: What is a Volunteer? A: Any experienced volunteer1. Gain Job Experience who have more than high grades. 7. Spread Positive EnergyA: Volunteers are people who will tell you there is no feelingVolunteer experience looksThey are looking for well-round-and Hopeuse their time, and talents to like the one you get from help-great on a resume. Also, some of ed people who have volunteered Just like random acts of kind-help out in the community. They ing others. You will meet newthe work you do could lead to ato make a difference in their ness, when you volunteer, your are people who want to give, people, make new friends, andjob doing similar work. communities.energy and efforts affect the grow, and tackle new challenges expand your network of invalu-whole community in a positive and expand their social circle.able contacts. Great for the2. Improve Your Health and5. Meet New People andway.Q: What can I do?resume, volunteering is a WIN-Self-Esteem Establish Friends, ConnectionsA: Almost anything. Use the WIN experience. Volunteering to help othersand References8. Make the World a Betterskills you already have or develop has been shown to reduce stress,When you work alongside Placenew skills. Some examples of give you hope, and boost yourothers, you really get to know If you see problems in your volunteer opportunities are pub-self-esteem. them and become friends with community that you feel need lic relations, interpreting, tutor-them. Also, adults at organiza-addressing, do something about ing, computers, sports and rec-3. Meet Real Community tions where you volunteer can them. By volunteering, you do reation to name only a few. Needs connect you to great opportuni-make a difference and help make Q: How much time does it take? Helping people learn to read,ties and provide you with a use-the world a better place. A: As much or as little as your or get basic food, clothing, shel-ful reference for a job or col-schedule permits. Volunteer ter or furniture makes a hugelege.9. Personal Growthopportunities are available dur-difference! Whether the projectBy taking on new tasks you'll ing the day, evening and on is planting a tree or tutoring6. Gain New Skills andlearn more about people and weekends. Daily, weekly or children, the community willDevelop Talents life. monthly. Remember, from the look and feel better.Whether you enjoy working time you begin your search to with computers, children or 10. It's Fun!the time you are actively volun-4. Gain Entrance to Collegeseniors, any interest you have Volunteering will bring teering, COULD TAKE SIX Colleges and universitiescan be developed through vol-laughter and smiles into your WEEKS.today are looking for applicantsunteering. life.Q: Whats in it for me?The Salvation Army Oakville Community Church andCommunity Services would like to Thank the many volunteers who continue to support us in being an active Ministry in our community. We are indebted tothe volunteers for their contribution to the services weprovide. It would be impossible for us to achieve thissuccess without your help. The Community of Oakvilleplays a significant role and it is overwhelming. Youhelp with our Family Service Programs and Food Bank,Christmas activities, our annual Food Drive and ourYou make a difference Lighthouse shelter to name a few. We continue toneed your support and welcome you to contact usif you would like to volunteer again.in the lives of others.1225 Rebecca Street, OakvilleOur Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. You will receive a very warm welcome.Tel: (905) 827-5324To get involved call 905-845-5597 ext. 230Thank you and God bless.www.salvationarmyoakville.caor email volunteer@oakville.ymca.ca.Volunteer. Passion. Action. Impact.OURVOLUNTEERSGIVE..T.HEMFSINEELSVTEGSIFTErinokaKsidwolduleikotthankalloftheirwonderfulvolunteersfortnheirdedicatioandsupportforthechildrenandfamilyiheasvtheeservedovehertpayesatr.Wecouldn'tdowhatwedowithoutyou!Formoreinfoplermasaetioconn,tact:volunteer@erinoakkids.cawww.insideHALTON.com OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, April 7, 2011 24