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Volunteering

Volunteering means giving your time to help others without pay, like cleaning a park, helping at an animal shelter or collecting food. It builds community.

๐Ÿ’ก Fun fact

Volunteers help make the world a better place.

All about Volunteering

Volunteering means giving your time to help others without being paid. Volunteers help in many ways, such as cleaning a park, helping at an animal shelter, collecting food for a food bank or reading to people in a library.

Volunteering builds community, teaches new skills and can make you feel proud of the difference you make. Always ask a parent or adult before volunteering, and check that the organisation has a suitable age policy for children.

๐ŸŽฎ Try it yourself!

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Real-life uses of Volunteering

  • Helping clean up a local park or beach
  • Collecting food for a local food bank
  • Reading to younger children at a library

Frequently asked questions about Volunteering

How old do you have to be to volunteer?

Age rules vary. Many organisations offer junior roles with an adult, so check with the group first.

What if I do not have much time?

Even an hour a month can make a difference. Choose an activity that fits your schedule.

Can volunteering help with school?

Yes. It can build skills such as teamwork and communication, and it can look good on applications.