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Read the latest Volunteering Articles from Next Avenue.

Two people using power tools on a car. Next Avenue, second act, new career, firefighter

New Career After 60: Firefighter? Really?

The world’s oldest probationary firefighter, or probie, explains why he volunteered for the difficult and dangerous job
March 9, 2023
A group volunteering at the food bank. Next Avenue, new years resolutions, charity

Best New Year's Resolutions

Forget pledges to diet and exercise. Committing to help people less fortunate than you can be better for everyone.
January 5, 2023
World Central Kitchen volunteers

Spontaneous Volunteering

Want to donate your time and talent to nonprofit groups but can’t work regular hours? Consider event-based volunteer groups.
December 15, 2022
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A group of volunteers putting up the framing for a house. Next Avenue,

Building Skills and Happiness as a Volunteer

After reading a book by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, the author was inspired to participate in a Habitat for Humanity project which led to new skills and camaraderie
October 13, 2022
A meals on wheels worker dropping off food. Next Avenue, Food insecurity among older adults

Food Insecurity May Be Closer Than You Think

Even in apparently affluent areas, some older adults lack reliable access to sufficient quantities of nutritious food
August 9, 2022
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