Written by Sharon Cecil
Volunteers | lifeblood of non-profits
Volunteers are important to non-profit organizations in our society. Volunteerism offers an opportunity to share the talents you have while helping those in need. We Survive would not have had 20 years of program excellence without our volunteers.
Many people get involved with a cause or they start an organization because of their own personal experience. After being diagnosed with cancer, I found that I wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. The fear of death can be overwhelming. I wanted to do something to help others. My husband and I co-founded We Survive. Knowing that you are living a purposeful life is rewarding.
In the story “Life’s pain gives purpose to hope” July 17, 2015 Courier Journal, three national organizations are mentioned—Susan G. Komen, Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation and Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Each one founded due to a devastating life experience.
“Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.”
—Sir James Barrie
When she was little, my daughter started accompanying me when I volunteered with the elder population. By the time she was three years old, she knew she was a valuable volunteer. The weekly visits reinforced her importance as the residents told her how glad they were to see her every week.
You can volunteer at any age— in your neighborhood, at church (yours or one in you community) or a worthy organization. It can be on any given day in many ways, giving a few minutes or as much time as you have to give.
With plans to expand our Day of Hope programming, people will ask, “What can I do to help?” My answer is, volunteer! If you would like to volunteer, please visit our home page for opportunities. Or you can become a Key of Hope partner. Join by giving a gift today to help us provide life-changing experiences for children and families that are in an impoverished situation.
We Survive home of Day of Hope
Website https://wesurvive.org/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WeSurvive.org?ref=hl
fueled by LIGHTFEST Re-Ignited
Website http://lightfestreignited.info/
Follow Us!