Why I Volunteer Essay -- Contribution to My Community Service

You must be the change you wish to see in the world.- Mahatma GhandiI believe I deport been truly blessed to have the opportunity to grow up in Smallville, USA, in a home where my parents have instilled in me the principle that there is a service requirement beyond our immediate household. Realizing what has been provided for me by my parents, my church and my community, I want to use my college degree to serve my community. Not only have my parents modeled before me that we are to proffer our time and services as citizens to make our community a better place to live, still they have always encouraged me to generate involved in church and community activities. Therefore, church and community service, which I feel are inseparable for a thriving community where people desire to live and acclivity families, have become a way of life for me. I have been taught t... ...ontinue to locate and expand, I am committed to obtaining a quality college education to become an investment for my community. If I am selected as a recipient of this scholarship, your organization will not only be investing in my education but you will also be investing in my community for many years in the future as I live out my load to fulfill my obligation of giving back to a community that has helped mold and shape my life.