Volunteer work is not just an item on a resume or college application – it’s an essential part of a functioning society. The benefits of volunteer work reach far and wide with a ripple effect that begins with the individual and nonprofit organization and extends beyond the larger community, benefiting everyone in its wake. In this guide, you’ll learn more about the importance of volunteer work, how to find volunteer opportunities, and how to transition from volunteering to a career in a nonprofit.

Also covered in these piece:

THE IMPORTANCE OF VOLUNTEER WORK 

FINDING YOUR VOLUNTEER FOCUS 

CAREERS IN THE NONPROFIT SECTOR 

STARTING A CAREER WITH A NONPROFIT 

QUIZ: IS A CAREER IN A NONPROFIT RIGHT FOR YOU? 

JOB-SEEKING RESOURCES

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