Giving to others makes you healthier and happier

With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer but the benefits are enormous to you, your family, and our community. Volunteering doesn’t have to take a huge amount of time. Giving in even simple ways can help others in need and improve your health and happiness.

In Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz Volunteer Center will help you connect with the right organization and find the perfect fit for your time and interest. They can equip you with the right tools to take action on the causes you care about. They have an easy to use search tool of volunteer opportunities–if you don’t find what you’re looking for, check out the list of participating organizations.

United Way of Monterey County plays a critical role in bringing businesses, volunteers and a network of partner agencies together to create real lasting change. Give an hour. Give a Saturday. Give your best. There is no shortage of opportunities to make a difference in Monterey County, find them here.

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Volunteering has surprising benefits

Volunteering has surprising benefits

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