"Volunteering is the most productive way to help our local communities. Rather than simply giving a donation, volunteering allows me to become fully involved in the organization I am working with, giving me the opportunity to connect with people I would have likely never met in my day-to-day life. Volunteer work has taught me many life lessons over the years, and I am extremely excited to continue my journey volunteering through Cougar House."
The purpose of the chapter system is to help teens get involved with community service by volunteering alongside their peers.
However daunting volunteering for the first time may seem, it's always easier with a familiar face. Thus, by organizing volunteer opportunities and events, our chapters help bring more young people out to serve their community.
At Cougar House, our chapter system plays a crucial role in connecting high school students with meaningful volunteer opportunities in their local communities. Each chapter is strategically located in high schools around the world, serving as a dynamic hub for students eager to make a positive impact. These chapters maintain bulletin boards within the schools, featuring regularly updated flyers that list a wide variety of local service opportunities. This system ensures that students have easy access to the latest information on how they can contribute their time and talents to help those in need.
The leadership teams of each chapter are dedicated to keeping these bulletin boards vibrant and relevant. They work tirelessly to update the flyers, ensuring the listed opportunities are current and align with the needs of local nonprofits. By collaborating closely with these organizations, chapter leaders help fulfill volunteer needs while providing students with a diverse array of service options. This approach not only strengthens the bonds between students and their communities but also fosters a spirit of service and leadership among the youth, empowering them to become proactive and engaged citizens.
Some nonprofit organizations require a more hands-on and specific volunteer-matching experience. Some nonprofit organizations are eager to connect with teen volunteers as soon as possible. Whatever your needs are, Cougar House can help connect you with the manpower necessary to help your organization's mission shine bright.
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