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jtomlin

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Review for Environmental Volunteers, Inc., Palo Alto, CA, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

As an elementary school teach, I had used EV programs in my classrooms. I had always been an advocate for involving young children more deeply in hands-on, basic science experiences — young kids eat this up. There is a great need to have these interests piqued early so they can begin to understand and see the beauty in the world around them and understand the basic stuff they will need to make intelligent decisions.

After retiring, the EVs seemed like a perfect place to continue carrying on something I loved. Now, looking back over more than 20 years of EV classroom visits & field trips, I know I could not have made a better choice.

Not to be overlooked is the wonderful community of many dedicated volunteers I have met, worked, and played with over these years. This has been a most remarkable, satisfying experience.

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

The enthusiastic responses of children & teachers we have been with over the years explains it all.

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Why change anything that works so well?

Would you volunteer for this group again?

Definitely

For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?

A lot

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Very Well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2012

What one change could this group make that would improve your volunteer experience?

There must be something, but can't think of any.

Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)

Our volunteers, with their diverse backgrounds, have kept my personal learning alive and well. There is always a new discovery around the corner.

How did this volunteer experience make you feel?

I'll let you know whens it is over.

Role:  Volunteer & Countless classroom visits and field trips.