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3 Unconventional Ways to Volunteer With New York Attitude

 
For some when they think about volunteering the first thing that comes to mind is giving clothes to the good will, planting community gardens, or ladling soup into bowls for those experiencing homelessness.
 
What many people don’t realize is that there are many things, unconventional things, that can be done for volunteering.
 

Pet Therapy

Probably one of the easier volunteer opportunities, hosted by united Hebrew geriatric center in New Rochelle. All they require is that you bring your pets of a gentle nature into the center and let the residents play with the pets. It’s a great way for your pet to make new friends and for you to give back to the community.
 
 

Music and Entertainment

The Institute of Applied Human Dynamics has a program where musicians come and perform for those who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. On a monthly basis. A unique way to both get your music out to a live audience, practice performing, and volunteer. This volunteer opportunity, while somewhat niche is a very great opportunity for the musically inclined.
 

 

Conversation Partners & Tutors

Westchester Community College offers a program where the community service is literally talking to someone one-on-one. This helps students who are taking English as a Second Language with their daily English speaking skills. It’s only one hour a week, so not only is it an unconventional and easy way to help the community but it works for those with a busy lifestyle.
 
 

 

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