ShiraHowerton

As a lot of you know, I am an avid volunteer. I like to make jokes about it (see picture above), but I really love doing it. With all the devastating things that have been happening in the world, volunteering locally is a great way to feel like you are doing something to help. A lot of people give money to causes, or donate items, and that is a great way to help out as well. Unfortunately, I don't have any money to give away, or items, but I do have time. Volunteering my time for charity walks/runs, events and in other ways helps me feel that I am making a difference, even if it is only in my own backyard.

With that being said, my big event I'm working on right now is for the American Diabetes Association. We're putting on a Walk/Run that will be in downtown San Jose in October. It is a wonderful event that raises money for research and a cure for diabetes. If you haven't already, please go to www.diabetes.org/stepout to sign-up. I will keep you posted on any more volunteer events coming up.

If you're interested in volunteering, contact me! I need volunteers, and I know tons of ways you can help, and I have a list of really great websites that have hundreds of volunteer opportunities all around the country. Volunteering is not for everyone, so if it is not for you, that's okay. Sometimes it is the right time in our life to do something, and other times it is not. When you're ready and willing to volunteer, just remember, there is a great need and a lot of appreciation for your help =D!