by admin | Aug 25, 2015 | Experiences, reflections, Volunteering
A volunteering story by: Luis E. Espinosa-Zagal My good friend Jocelyn volunteers at a wonderful organization called The Miracle League of Joliet. This organization teaches kids with disabilities how to play baseball. Each volunteer is paired up with a kid, and they...
by admin | Aug 25, 2015 | Experiences, reflections, Volunteering
A volunteering story by: Kimberly McLaughlin In high school, I agreed to volunteer at one of the underprivileged schools in the Las Vegas area. It was an extremely rewarding experience to go to the school after my school day was over and connect with these young...
by admin | Aug 25, 2015 | Experiences, reflections, Volunteering
A volunteering story by: Jeremy Tecktiel At the cleanup sites, the passion for the work is contagious, and humor creates an upbeat atmosphere — something he knows is necessary for the work that they do. His team uses skits, mock motivational speeches and music...
by admin | Aug 25, 2015 | Experiences, reflections, Volunteering
A volunteering story by: Diane Damplo I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to volunteer at my city’s senior center to deliver meals to senior shut-ins on the holidays. The center that provides the meals was and still is a wonderful facility. The...
by admin | Aug 25, 2015 | Experiences, reflections, Volunteering
A volunteering story by: Kimberly McLaughlin Ruth volunteered at the hospital in order to complete her community hours ordered by the court system. After receiving this tumultuous task as retribution for the dangerous offense of drinking and driving, Ruth cautiously...
by admin | Aug 25, 2015 | Experiences, reflections, Volunteering
A volunteering story by: Luis E Espinosa-Zagal The Summer Bridge program is a summer program where underprivileged kids from around the community can come and have a fun-filled and healthy summer vacation. These kids usually come from families who cannot afford to...
