New Jersey is home to some of the country’s largest volunteer-based organizations.We sat down with the leaders of a dozen organizations to find out what you need to know to get started.1.How to become a virtual volunteer?You don’t need to be a registered volunteer or volunteer with a local nonprofit.Your job is to connect with
Teen volunteers are an important part of any community.Some have the potential to make a positive difference in a community, but for many, it can be difficult to find a program that fits their specific needs.Whether it’s a school day, a work-study job or a personal relationship with a person in need, finding a program
The Trump administration has announced it will take away your right to work as a volunteer.The move comes as the president’s support for workers’ rights has declined since he took office in January, and the National Labor Relations Board ruled in July that a Trump administration directive to eliminate protections for workers was an unconstitutional
In the spring of 2020, I spent my summer volunteering at the local homeless shelter.I had been working at the shelter for three years and it was my first job with no health benefits.I felt at home and appreciated the opportunity to make a difference.When I arrived, the shelter had no space.There was only one