Everyone should have the opportunity to contribute to our communities. We create opportunities for people of all backgrounds and income levels to participate in advisory committees, volunteer at our locations, and advocate for creating communities that thrive.When you imagine what a “superstar volunteer” would look like, Thai-Phuong T. Nguyen should come to mind. As a Rutgers University graduate with a degree in Finance and Management, Thai’s decades-long career took her from manufacturing to … [Read more...] about Volunteer Spotlight: Thai-Phuong T. Nguyen
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No Time to Volunteer? You Can’t Afford Not to
We hear a lot about how we’re becoming increasingly isolated because more and more of our days are being spent staring into a screen and, consciously or not, avoiding eye contact. Somewhere along the way, too many of us have allowed ourselves to forget what it means to truly connect with another person. It’s understandable. After all, we’re also working harder than we ever have. And what little free time we have is immediately absorbed by our families. But being more active in our … [Read more...] about No Time to Volunteer? You Can’t Afford Not to
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Getting your teenager involved in volunteerism and service can be a transformative experience that leads to a lifetime of helping others. There’s ample of evidence demonstrating that volunteering and getting involved in a local charity fosters a sense of community and belonging. That goes for any age, even teens. Teens really want to be a part of something that’s bigger than them. Trust us and connecting them to a charity or cause they are passionate about is a way to tap this … [Read more...] about How to Get Your Teen Involved in Giving Back
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We hear a lot about how we’re becoming increasingly isolated because more and more of our days are being spent staring into a screen and, consciously or not, avoiding eye contact. Somewhere along the way, too many of us have allowed ourselves to forget what it means to truly connect with another person. It’s understandable. After all, we’re also working harder than we ever have. And what little free time we have is immediately absorbed by our families. But being more active in our … [Read more...] about No Time to Volunteer? You Can’t Afford Not to
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