RX – Volunteer

Lake Lavon Camp is blessed every year to welcome a variety of volunteers that add immeasurable value to this ministry. I praise God for every person that He sends to our aid. As with most non-profit organizations, these individuals provide not only skills and time but a great deal of encouragement to our staff. Their passion to see God’s kingdom continue to grow and flourish in the next generations stokes the fire that keeps our staff moving forward.

In celebrating these great people, I would like to share some insights concerning volunteerism.

Volunteering has long been ingrained into the fabric of our culture. We possess an inherent desire to be part of something bigger than ourselves. The exiting facts that research verifies extoll the many benefits of volunteerism.

Volunteering can lead to –

• • • • Improved mental health     
      • Increases physical health
      • new skill development
      • new relationships
      • Improved resume

Overall benefits show that volunteering can help us combat loneliness, depression and anxiety. Studies have also determined that active volunteers tend to have a longer life-expectancy rate.

Fun Volunteer Facts:

• 30% of Americans volunteer each year
• 64% of volunteers are women
• 42 is the average age of a volunteer

Not Fun Volunteer Fact:

• Volunteerism has declined 26% over the last decade.

I don’t think it is coincidence that our current social climate is facing higher levels of ailments such as loneliness, depression and anxiety while our involvement in volunteer activities has decreased. I do not suggest that simply volunteering will cure these things but I do believe research has shown that it is valuable tool in combating them.

If you would like to explore volunteer opportunities with our ministry please reach out. We love our volunteers!