We can all agree that Fairfield County had a rough winter, which only makes the excitement of summer that much more palatable. We've dug out of the snow, the ice has melted, and it's time for vacation! Whether you're spending your summer days on Long Island Sound or someplace far more exotic, you'll likely have some gaps in between the beach parties and barbecues. Why not occupy that time with some volunteer work through VolunteerSquare?
Volunteering may not be what instinctively comes to mind during vacation time, but if you're part of the groundswell of people contributing to the rising interest in volunteering, there's no better time to do it.
You may assume that volunteer agencies aren't actively recruiting over the summer; this couldn't be further from the truth. Summer is actually when agencies tend to need volunteers the most; summer programs at many agencies are usually in effect and full-time agency employees make take vacation time of their own.
Or if you're looking for a friends and family activity - why not volunteer as a group? You don't have to fly solo; there are many group-based or day-long activities where large numbers of people are required, often for setting up or managing some sort of festival or show. Even in office environments like AmeriCares or the American Cancer Society, agencies are often laid back environments where employees aren't afraid to have fun.
The biggest challenge is finding out where to volunteer, even on a local level. Fortunately, if you're a Fairfield County resident, VolunteerSquare has organized the volunteer opportunities of more than a hundred nonprofit agencies just for you. Find exactly what you want, especially as tons of volunteer opportunities are posted for summer. Check it out and be sure to sign up for free custom e-alerts to stay informed on the volunteer opportunities that matter most to you.