This week, April 17-23, 2022, is National Volunteer Week. Celebrated annually in the third week of April, National Volunteer Week is about recognizing the contributions made by volunteers and encouraging others to make a difference through volunteerism. This week was first established in 1974 by Presidential Proclamation, in order to highlight the various volunteering opportunities available. It is a chance to thank volunteers across the nation and world who keep organizations running, communities safe, and who provide services that would otherwise not be available.

Volunteering comes in all shapes and sizes. It’s volunteers who keep community fire departments and ambulances running; co-ops, food banks, and soup kitchens open; and who provide food, shelter, medical care, and clothing to those in need. Volunteers can also be someone who will listen or be a shoulder to lean on when it’s needed most or someone who offers advice as a mentor. There is truly no limit to how you can offer your time and services to others.

In honor of #NationalVolunteerWeek, take this opportunity to thank a volunteer, find opportunities to volunteer in your own community or in other communities in need, and share your own volunteer experiences, as it may inspire others to volunteer themselves. People who volunteer develop new skills, build their personal and professional networks, forge a deeper connection with their communities and service organizations, and experience the joy of serving a larger cause.

Take a moment to explore the volunteer opportunities we have available here at LtN. Volunteering with LtN abroad is an incredibly unique and rewarding experience. LtN is an integral part of the communities where we work, providing volunteers with genuine connections, invaluable community development and nonprofit experience, and lifelong memories. You can volunteer for a one-week service trip, a 1-3 month internship, or a 6+ month fellowship as a Program Director at one of our international sites.

You can find more details about each of our volunteer opportunities and apply here! Take the leap in honor of National Volunteer Week and join our LtN team.

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