BY BARBARA BOOTH
The Stone County Historical Genealogical Society and Museum features the importance of volunteers in this week's article.
Volunteers provide time, skills and expertise to our nonprofit organization that helps Stone County Historical Genealogical Society and Museum fulfill our purpose and contribution to our community of Stone County.
Volunteering encourages civic responsibility and community service. Volunteerism is an investment to our community and the people who live in it. Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds an organization, as well as a community together.
Volunteering connects you to others, it is good for your mind and body, it also brings fun and fulfillment to your life. One of the more well-known benefits of volunteering is that it allows you to connect with your community and make it a better place for all. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference in the lives of people, organizations and the community as a whole.
Dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people—especially if you are new to the area. With the County Museum it gives our volunteers the opportunity to strengthen ties with community, Stone County, connecting counties, visiting tourists, also exposes you to people with common interests, neighborhood resources and fun and fulfilling activities.
Children watch everything we do. By giving back to the community, we show them firsthand how volunteering makes a difference and how good it makes us feel to help other people.
Volunteering provides many benefits to both mental and physical health. The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological wellbeing. Nothing relieves stress better than a meaningful connection to another person.
Volunteering provides a sense of purpose. Older adults, especially those who have retired or lost a spouse, can find new meaning and direction in their lives by helping others. Whatever your age or life situation, volunteering can help take your mind off your own worries, keep you mentally stimulated and add more zest to your life.
The Stone County Historical Genealogical Society and Museum as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) would not be able to function without the help and assistance of our dedicated volunteers.
The Historical Museum would like to extend an invitation to anyone interested in volunteering to help in the future growth of Stone Country Historical Museum to stop by, get acquainted and join our team. Exciting plans are in the future, and announcements will be “upcoming.” We are located at the lower end of Main Street, Crane, and are open to welcome you Thursday 10-4; Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-2.
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