Do you do any kind of volunteer work in your community?

[Hawkes_Lady]

Where do you volunteer? How did you get started? And why do you volunteer this way?

[MissStrawberry912]

It’s a very long story, but to make it short… I’ve been volunteering since my undergraduate for a variety of assistance all over my county. It started out with homeless youth and families. I just love being able to give back to the community in so many ways. After college, I volunteered at a hospice agency for 2 years. I haven’t volunteered in the past few years due to being busy with my career development and my life.

[Hawkes_Lady]

It's very nice of you to volunteer to help the homeless. I know that the homeless situation today is a very large obstacle. Volunteering for hospice must be hard... you must have a very large heart.

[MissStrawberry912]

Awww you’re so sweet! YOU have a very large heart girl ❤️

[IslaTheWitch]

Mainly for homeless cats and for the veterinary clinic that takes care of stray animals. Organizing collections of needed items and support in the area of cat adoptions. Twice a year, I co-organize a collection of clothes and school supplies for children from Polish orphanages, but I don't visit orphanages...

[Hawkes_Lady]

That is a wonderful thing to volunteer your time for.

[NathanDavis]

yes, mostly volunteering at a Vet Clinic/Rescue place... and would foster kittens, find them families and homes, always donate food and medicine in stock (not cash)

did it because I love the little rascals, and also because a best friend of mine works with the Rescue part of the clinic so she invited me

[Hawkes_Lady]

That is so awesome. I love animals. I don't know if I could foster animals though, I would become so attached to them and it would break my heart to have to give them back.

[MissStrawberry912]

@NathanDavis you’re such goalsss, that’s what I plan to do in a couple months ☺️

[NathanDavis]

yes, not everyone should do it, lmao... I actually failed a bit, and I have three cats of my own

and it's not easy AT ALL to let them go, it's not... especially when you have to take care of the little ones that get sick when they're very young so you spend hours at night taking care of them but you know, we still tried...

[NathanDavis]

@MissStrawberry912 thank you, I appreciate that

and how great of you too... definitely a very rewarding experience, a bit of work... but all worth it (=

[MissStrawberry912]

Hahahah awww how cute!!! You’re a cat daddy, I see you 😏🤭 what are their names? I’m definitely sure there’s attachment by taking care of them and all your effort!

Hehe why thank you, I’m not as cool as you. But my time in volunteering services never felt like “work” I just naturally enjoy being part of their impact in more than one ways & the world always deserve a bit more kindness

[NathanDavis]

@MissStrawberry912 that is very true, haha... it does not feel like work, no... but, it will be a workout, lmfao, especially with younger kittens

and yes, the attachments can grow very strong and really quick... and I'm a bit weaker in that sense, lmao

[MissStrawberry912]

Hahahha you’re so funny! Kitten work out. You forgot to share their names … 🥺

Lmaoooo!!! I’m sure you can’t help it esp if they’re so small and cute! I like kittens too hehe

[NathanDavis]

@MissStrawberry912 the name is Luna, because of her icy grey, blue eyes

[MissStrawberry912]

Awww omg I LOVE that name…!! That’s what I would name my kitten/cat if I have one! Wow do you ever list your kitten here? I wanna see! 😃

[MissStrawberry912]

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[NathanDavis]

@MissStrawberry912 it was on my profile pic for the first months I joined here... maybe I can try to find that pic again, lol (=

[MissStrawberry912]

Hehe oh yayyyy, Luna~ ☺️ 🌙

[MissStrawberry912]

iwaiting for the kitty.. 🥺

[krin_m]

Yes, at a soup kitchen. Was encouraged by friends who have been doing it for years.

It is not much but at least a little I can do.

[Hawkes_Lady]

That is wonderful! Without volunteers to help in soup kitchens they would have to shut their doors, so I am sure that your service is greatly appreciated!

[OldBlue]

Where do you volunteer? At a county building.

How did you get started? A friend got me started.

And why do you volunteer this way? Because I'm a very talented wrap star! 😜

[Altheavas]

No I don’t, if I was in an inclusive community yes, I would gladly do it every day for a couple of hours, or all week, but I rather watch out for myself knowing where I am at.

[AliceM611]

I volunteer with the church

[Anonymous]

No I don't.

Do you?

[Hawkes_Lady]

Yes, I spend several weekends this time of year ring bells for the Salvation Army Santa Brigade. I also volunteer my time at several homeless warming centers. And I take donations from my community members of blankets, coats, socks, feminine products, toothbrushes, and such to make gift bundles to hand out to the homeless during the winter months.

And last, but certainly not least I also volunteer with the suicide prevention hotline because I have been there and know what it feels like to believe that suicide is your only solution to make the pain go away. Thankfully, I was saved by people who thought that I was worth saving. Now I use my time to help others.

So, yes... I do my volunteer duty. You should think about finding something you're passionate about and find a way to use it to help others. It feels good to volunteer in your community.