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State Employees Responding as Volunteers
Some state employees may volunteer during regular work schedule up to one day per month with supervisory approval. To get more information on this visit this site
Included are the guidelines, as well as a list of approved organizations, the form you need to fill out and provide to your supervisor to get your request approved as well as the verification form you will need to have the organization sign to verify your visit.
The Value of Volunteering—Top Reasons to Volunteer
There are as many reasons to serve as there are people who serve. Volunteering is not just an altruistic act. It's an opportunity to advance in all areas of your life. Here are a few of the things you can gain when you give your time and yourself:
- Connect with your community.
- Conserve funds for charities, nonprofits and faith-based and other community organizations by contributing your time.
- Share your skills and gain new ones.
- Develop self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Meet new people from all walks of life.
- Enhance your resume and make important networking contacts.
- Promote a worthwhile activity.
- Feel needed and valued.
- Experience something new.
- Serve your country.
Source: Corporation for National and Community Service