SPECIAL EVENTS
Most LLNB affiliated councils hold awareness events throughout the year and are looking for volunteers to assist. This may include administration, marketing, social media, and customer service. For instance, this year marks the 6th annual fundraising book sale ‘Bookstravaganza’ for LLNB, which would not be possible without the dozens of volunteers who collect, sort and organize books for the sale during September and October! BOARD/GOVERNANCE Volunteering for the Board of LLNB or one of its affiliated councils gives you the opportunity to practice important skills used in the workplace, such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, project planning, task management, and organization. Board members are as important as staff positions to a non-profit organization and are highly competitive so have your resume ready to apply. THIRD PARTY FUNDRAISING EVENTS Show your independence and altruism by organizing your own event to support LLNB or your local Council (this is called a third-party event). You could run a garage sale, a carwash – the possibilities are only limited by your imagination. In addition to raising money for a good cause, organizing this type of event shows initiative, drive and management skills. Please let the council know what you are planning so they can provide support, if able. CONTACT LLNB (for more information)
To find out more about how you can become a volunteer call Carol Cottrill, LLNB Executive Director by phone at 506-384-6371 or toll-free at 1-877-633-8899, or by email at info@llnb.ca. |
BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
Fights the effects of stress & anxiety The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological well-being. Combats depression Volunteering keeps you in regular contact with others and helps you develop a solid support system, which in turn protects you against depression. Makes you happy By measuring hormones and brain activity, researchers have discovered that being helpful to others delivers immense pleasure. Increases self-confidence You are doing good for others and the community, which provides a natural sense of accomplishment. Provides a sense of purpose Older adults, especially those who have retired or lost a spouse, can find new meaning and direction in their lives by helping others. Keeps you physically healthy Volunteers are less likely to develop high blood pressure, and have better thinking skills. |
Laubach Literacy NB
347 Mountain Road Moncton NB E1C 2M7 |
Tel: 506-384-6371
Toll-free: 1-877-633-8899 E-mail: info@llnb.ca |