With finals looming ahead, winter break is just around the corner, and with it a chance for every student to let go of stress, school, and grades. Retreating home for the holidays is often a great relief: an opportunity to return to a world not governed by a schedule. However, we all at Elon Volunteers! believe the time we are given over breaks continues to be just as valuable as our time at Elon, and these are just a few reasons why:
It's a way to celebrate the holidays. Most often, the holidays inspire a season of giving within the hearts of every part of a community. What better reason to give back to your community than in the spirit of the season? Don't get me wrong, when you go home this winter break, do take time off from all activities you are involved in on campus. But also allow the same motivation you feel to volunteer on Elon's campus to follow you home. There's no better way to bond than by taking a Sunday with the family to volunteer at a soup kitchen together. It's a means of celebrating your own holiday while at the same time making others' that much better. It's a crucial time of the year. Celebrating giving is easy enough a prospect for those who have the means to give. For poor or impoverished families in your community, however, the holidays can often be a source of stress and turmoil. Instead of celebrating, many families are left struggling to find the means to carry on a normal life. Help out by finding a local donation box or a clothing drive by searching local churches in your community, or getting in touch if you are a part of one. Schools at this time of year will often organize toy drives, and could use the help of willing students to carry bags or boxes. If you're truly looking to make a memorable difference in someone's life this season, volunteering with your community to make a memorable holiday is the way to do it. Connect with your community. One of the biggest advantages of being a part of EV! here at Elon is the doors it opens to getting in touch with the communities surrounding campus. If you had experience volunteering with an organization before you left for Elon, your winter break is the perfect opportunity to reach out, reconnect and pick up where you left off! If you began volunteering at Elon, by transferring this outward drive to volunteer from Elon's campus to your home town you may see your own community in a new light. What better way to get to know your city, town or neighborhood by making it just a bit better? Learn more. Now that you're motivated, there is research to be done! Start by searching for your local church or volunteer organization online, and look for holiday volunteer options. Or, try VolunteerMatch, a search engine that finds opportunities for you to volunteer in any location! If you're still not persuaded, read this article. It's never too late to make a difference. Happy Holidays and Happy Volunteering!
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