facts about volunteering
Why Volunteer?
Volunesia
Volunesia is a noun created within Filipino vocabulary that means, “That moment when you forget you’re volunteering to help change lives, because it’s changing yours.”
connects you to others
One of the more well-known benefits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people, and organizations in need.
is good for your mind and body
The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological well-being. Nothing relieves stress better than a meaningful connection to another person.
brings fun and fulfillment to your life
Volunteering is a fun and easy way to explore your interests and passions. Doing volunteer work you find meaningful and interesting can be a relaxing, energizing escape from your day-to-day routine of work, school, or family commitments. Volunteering also provides you with renewed creativity, motivation, and vision that can carry over into your personal and professional life.
facts about volunteering
Why Volunteer?
Volunesia
Volunesia is a noun created within Filipino vocabulary that means, “That moment when you forget you’re volunteering to help change lives, because it’s changing yours.”
connects you to others
One of the more well-known benefits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people, and organizations in need.
is good for your mind and body
The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological well-being. Nothing relieves stress better than a meaningful connection to another person.
brings fun and fulfillment to your life
Volunteering is a fun and easy way to explore your interests and passions. Doing volunteer work you find meaningful and interesting can be a relaxing, energizing escape from your day-to-day routine of work, school, or family commitments. Volunteering also provides you with renewed creativity, motivation, and vision that can carry over into your personal and professional life.
latino community services policies
These are policies all volunteers are asked to read and follow.
Once you reviewed the policies documents you will be invited to a volunteer orientation. We will also ask you to complete an emergency contact info sheet (this is similar to the Volunteer Interest Form, but requests some additional information.)
If you have questions or would like more information about volunteering, please let us know.
Documents to read
volunteer requirements
This document explains our expectations for volunteers, especially those working with children, and includes a Code of Conduct and Confidentiality Statement.
Online Volunteer Background Check
Please navigate to our Love Out Loud agency portal and select any of the volunteer opportunities to fill out the form which will be act for background screening purposes as well.
Portal link
Child Abuse Prevention Policy
We encourage all community members and volunteers to understand our commitment to the safety of our children and families. We ask all volunteers over the age of 18 to complete a background check form when they begin serving at LCS.
Whistlerblower Policy
This document help us ensure that you know how and when to talk with staff about any concerns you have as a volunteer.
Social media policy
We encourage all staff and volunteers to learn and implement positive, safe online relationships. This policy was created with the intention of modeling safe, positive practices for our children and youth.
Youth Volunteer policy
At LCS we are pleased to offer adolescents from the greater community the opportunity to tutor younger children and this document explains our expectations and qualifications for youth volunteers.
your first step to join our volunteer family
Volunteer Interest Form
latino community services policies
These are policies all volunteers are asked to read and follow.
Once you reviewed the policies documents you will be invited to a volunteer orientation. We will also ask you to complete an emergency contact info sheet (this is similar to the Volunteer Interest Form, but requests some additional information.)
If you have questions or would like more information about volunteering, please let us know.
Documents to read
volunteer requirements
This document explains our expectations for volunteers, especially those working with children, and includes a Code of Conduct and Confidentiality Statement.
Online Volunteer Background Check
Please navigate to our Love Out Loud agency portal and select any of the volunteer opportunities to fill out the form which will be act for background screening purposes as well.
Portal link
Child Abuse Prevention Policy
We encourage all community members and volunteers to understand our commitment to the safety of our children and families. We ask all volunteers over the age of 18 to complete a background check form when they begin serving at LCS.
Whistlerblower Policy
This document help us ensure that you know how and when to talk with staff about any concerns you have as a volunteer.
Social media policy
We encourage all staff and volunteers to learn and implement positive, safe online relationships. This policy was created with the intention of modeling safe, positive practices for our children and youth.
Youth Volunteer policy
At LCS we are pleased to offer adolescents from the greater community the opportunity to tutor younger children and this document explains our expectations and qualifications for youth volunteers.