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Why Serve?
"One great, strong, unselfish soul in
every community could actually redeem the world."
Elbert Hubbard, (American editor, publisher and writer, 1856-1915)
- Build friendships with peers who share your same interests.
- Build networks and connections with individuals in your chosen field.
- Community service lowers your blood pressure
- Develop your skills and abilities
- Achieve your full potential
- Giving is an insightful experience
- A sense of empowerment and accomplishment
- Build your resume or portfolio
- Self-improvement/Self-awareness
- Make a difference in your local community
- Challenge yourself to experience new things outside of your comfort zone
- Expand your perspectives by working with and learning from people of different races, cultures, ages and life experiences
Service Quotes:
- "Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better than you found it."
-Marian Wright Edelman - "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"
-Martin Luther King, Jr. quote - "You must be the change you wish to see in the world."
-Gandhi