Why Become a Volunteer?

We were given research assignment on the benefits of volunteering. Since my childhood, my family has supported us volunteering for different causes- whether at family events, school events, volunteering to help out friends, family, etc. I have been brought up in a way that volunteering brings me happiness in a different way. This project has given me a way to explore the different other aspects of volunteering and it’s advantages. I have researched the health benefits of volunteering and included that in my project, which was assigned to all the English B students ( both HL and SL). This project has made me understand the benefits ( provided me with a factual perspective besides the existing underlying emotional aspect that I felt throughout my life).

I remember my first experience of volunteering as a kid. We had a community animal shelter in our neighborhood. I distinctly remember how happy I used to get to spend some “paw-some” time with my fur friends. I was a very shy kid but I never struggled to make good friends with animals. On an evening, I heard some of the elders discussing a fundraiser required to bring about necessary changes around and help the animals better. Later that night, my mom insisted and kind of forced me to volunteer and raise money with a lemonade stand- she even bribed me with ice cream. I was not happy at all but I could not say no to the ice cream. Little did I know that the next day would bring me a lifetime of love for volunteering. I had such a good time there! I met my best friend at the event and mom was so happy that she adopted our first dog, Leo, as well.

The story might be something really simple, not too elating probably but that was the day I understood the satisfaction in helping others- it made me feel invincible like I could do anything I want. I made friends, I got a new fur friend, and above all, it gave me the confidence to be around people from different backgrounds, gave me an opportunity to interact more, communicate and understand people and my surroundings better and no one can take that feeling away. I have learned so much by volunteering in such social events and helping support various causes that can help bring changes to our society.

When I look back, I think volunteering got me to help and bring improvements in our society and although small, I actually had some part in it. I really felt the boost in me. Hence, I decided to dedicate this blog based on my personal experience to help and encourage at least one person. You don’t only help the people and surroundings, you can also help yourself to be a better human being. When I researched the benefits of volunteering, I could see a lot that could go in my blog as a part of information but anyone can google the benefits, right?

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