Why is Volunteering so important

The world is not a perfect place, and many people, animals, places, and communities need help. Governments and professionals
try to meet everyone’s needs, but it’s impossible
for them to do it all. This is why people become volunteers: because they can make a difference where someone or something needs help. If people never help each other and only care about themselves, the world becomes a crueler, sadder place. But when we volunteer our time, money, or talents, we help make our planet a better, happier home where people work together to make life easier for all.
Volunteers and volunteer groups can:

• Bring food to hungry people
• Find homes or clothes for those who need them
• Make neighborhoods safer and more beautiful
• Protect wildlife and natural areas
• Help care for pets and other animals
• Bring comfort and happiness to lonely people
• Care for people who are sick, or help find cures for diseases
• Help people learn to read or do better in school