The Benefits of Volunteering at Christmas
In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic and with reality setting in following COP26, this festive season is set to trigger a mixed bag of emotions. On the one hand, we’ve missed celebrating and hope to swagger around the house, wearing (pre-loved) sequins surrounded by family and friends. On the other hand, our collective consciousness is wide awake and we’re driven to helping make this year's festivities something enjoyable for everyone in whatever way we can.
Volunteering makes a difference to people in need, providing much needed resources to worthwhile causes and organisations who are trying to make a little go a long way.
The number of people who are willing and able to give their time to good causes always increases exponentially at Christmas and that’s a wonderful thing, but if you’ve never done it before or you’re just not sure if it’s for you… here are a few good very good reasons to give the gift of your time this Christmas.
Meaningful connections
Volunteering connects you to others, including the team of people you are working with and the people who are in receipt of your help. Whether you’re making new friends or working with known people from your own community, you’ll be strengthening your ties and forging meaningful connections to people in your area and expanding your own social circle.
A sense of purpose
For those who have no close family or friends around to share the festivities, volunteering can help to create a sense of purpose. By spending time with like-minded individuals and helping those in need, you’re not only helping make a difference, but you’re also becoming part of an A-team (A is for AMAZING) and expanding your social circle with equally wonderful people.
Perspective
Volunteering can also provide you with some perspective. If you're facing some tough days because you're missing loved ones or are stressed by all of the preparations, thinking about families experiencing homelessness or struggling to make ends meet can help you to feel gratitude for all you do have.
Deeds not words
A lot of us worry about the commercialisation of Christmas and the effect this is having on our children and younger people. By volunteering, you’re not going to negate the desire forthe shiniest new toys, but you will be leading by example and showing your loved ones and people in your wider community that there is more to Christmas than presents and Quality Street.
The fantastic team at The Big Issue have pulled together a comprehensive guide to all the volunteering opportunities available in all areas of the United Kingdom. Click here to find your volunteering opportunity.
The Benefits of Volunteering at Christmas
In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic and with reality setting in following COP26, this festive season is set to trigger a mixed bag of emotions. On the one hand, we’ve missed celebrating and hope to swagger around the house, wearing (pre-loved) sequins surrounded by family and friends. On the other hand, our collective consciousness is wide awake and we’re driven to helping make this year's festivities something enjoyable for everyone in whatever way we can.
Volunteering makes a difference to people in need, providing much needed resources to worthwhile causes and organisations who are trying to make a little go a long way.
The number of people who are willing and able to give their time to good causes always increases exponentially at Christmas and that’s a wonderful thing, but if you’ve never done it before or you’re just not sure if it’s for you… here are a few good very good reasons to give the gift of your time this Christmas.
Meaningful connections
Volunteering connects you to others, including the team of people you are working with and the people who are in receipt of your help. Whether you’re making new friends or working with known people from your own community, you’ll be strengthening your ties and forging meaningful connections to people in your area and expanding your own social circle.
A sense of purpose
For those who have no close family or friends around to share the festivities, volunteering can help to create a sense of purpose. By spending time with like-minded individuals and helping those in need, you’re not only helping make a difference, but you’re also becoming part of an A-team (A is for AMAZING) and expanding your social circle with equally wonderful people.
Perspective
Volunteering can also provide you with some perspective. If you're facing some tough days because you're missing loved ones or are stressed by all of the preparations, thinking about families experiencing homelessness or struggling to make ends meet can help you to feel gratitude for all you do have.
Deeds not words
A lot of us worry about the commercialisation of Christmas and the effect this is having on our children and younger people. By volunteering, you’re not going to negate the desire forthe shiniest new toys, but you will be leading by example and showing your loved ones and people in your wider community that there is more to Christmas than presents and Quality Street.
The fantastic team at The Big Issue have pulled together a comprehensive guide to all the volunteering opportunities available in all areas of the United Kingdom. Click here to find your volunteering opportunity.
