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Rewards of Volunteering
“One person can make a difference and every person should try.”
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Volunteering on CrisisLink’s hotlines requires a significant commitment of time, energy, and emotions. Is it worth it?
You're the only person who can answer that question. We can tell you that for many people, the answer is a resounding yes. Some volunteers have stayed at CrisisLink for decades. Many volunteers tell us that their experience at CrisisLink has led to a greater understanding of self and has significantly changed their lives.
Here are some potential benefits:
Amazing Personal Rewards
- Make a difference in the lives of others, one call at a time.
- Acquire communication skills that are useful in every personal and professional relationship.
- Enhance self esteem and personal growth.
- Network with people who have similar interests.
- Meet new and interesting people.
- Develop meaningful friendships with other volunteers and staff.
- Strengthen our local communities.
- Enjoy the physical and mental rewards gained by helping others.
- Be part of a highly trained, eminently respected, elite volunteer community.
Professional and Academic Rewards
- Strengthen your resume.
- Earn academic credit.
- Gain professional experience providing direct services to a broad segment of the population.
- Participate in our volunteer career-development-track for volunteers.
- Receive academic and/or professional letters of recommendation on successful completion of the volunteer commitment.
- Pursue opportunities for paid employment.
Learn more about volunteering with CrisisLink. Read what our volunteers have said in their own words.