Volunteer
Many a college philosophy class will debate over whether or not helping others can be done selflessly. Does happiness come from making other people happy? Studies actually show that experiencing compassion, benevolence, and kindness is one of the best ways to overcome stress (Stephen Post, Ph.D, Case Western Reserve University). I’ve also read that generosity [...]
I have been volunteering with BeadforLife for about a year. Through my volunteer work, I have been fortunate to contribute to two of BeadforLife’s goals—the sale of beads to support sustainable programs in Uganda and the education of people in the U.S. about extreme poverty. I first volunteered for BeadforLife during the national I Volunteer [...]
Continue reading about A Colorful and Educational Volunteer Experience
BeadforLife Community Partner, Eva Witt Larsen, shares her experience of hosting BeadParties half a world away. Most people already know that BeadforLife’s mission and success can be directly attributed to our amazing network of volunteers and BeadParty hosts, but some may be unfamiliar with the work our Community Partners do, both in the US and [...]
An inspiring letter from BeadforLife supporter Geri Strzelecki, Reston, VA: Dear Patty: I wanted to share with you my experience with the BeadforLife Curriculum. First, I would like to tell you that our company (Altum) participates in a program called Smart Sacks. We partner with an organization that provides a sack filled with food to [...]
BeadforLife Volunteer Coordinator, Korri Roach, met with Jade and asked her the following questions: Where are you from? I just moved to Boulder in August after spending a few years in Austin, Texas. I have moved around quite a bit in my life, but I consider Washington state to be “home” to me. What are some [...]
Continue reading about Meet BeadforLife Volunteer……Jade Lascelles
- Contributed by BFL Staffers: Linda Crane and Nicole Givan- BeadforLife recently held an appreciation dinner to express our deep gratitude to the amazing volunteers that work at our office in Boulder, Colorado. These volunteers give many hours of their time working in the BeadforLife store, helping the fulfillment team choose the most beautiful piece [...]
BeadforLife Volunteer Coordinator, Korri Roach, met with Erin and asked her the following questions: 1. Where are you from? -Parker, Colorado 2. What are some of your hobbies, likes, dislikes, interests, passions, etc.? -I love being outside: running, hiking, camping, canoeing, etc. While I love being active I also enjoy watching movies with my sister. 3. [...]
Continue reading about Please Meet BeadforLife Volunteer: Erin Housley
BeadforLife Volunteer Coordinator, Korri Roach, met with Astrid and asked her the following questions: Where are you from? I was born in Colima, Mexico but I have lived in Northglenn Colorado for eight years. What are some of your hobbies, likes, dislikes, interests, passions, etc.? I love to play sports, I enjoy puzzles, and I wish [...]
Continue reading about Please meet BeadforLife Volunteer…Astrid Diego
BeadforLife Volunteer Coordinator, Korri Roach, met with Andrew and asked him the following questions: Where are you from? Colorado Springs, CO What are some of your hobbies, likes, dislikes, interests, passions, etc.? I am an amateur photographer, I like to backpack, I like to attempt to fix the myriad mechanical problems my bike develops, and [...]
Continue reading about Please Meet BeadforLife Volunteer…Andrew Gansky