Faith-Based Organizations and Church Community
Why does the faith community participate with MVP?
MVP provides students with meaningful service opportunities that teach them skills beyond the classroom. Faith-based organizations partner with volunteer service initiatives to help students develop new skills while contributing to the community. Students earn service-learning hours and engage in philanthropy by volunteering for community service opportunities.
Volunteering creates lasting positive change in students
Character
Students gain a sense of responsibility and accountability for one’s actions, personal values, and integrity
Contribution
Active participation and leadership in a variety of settings; making a difference
Connection
Volunteering fosters positive bonds with people and institutions (such as peers, school, church, and community) that provide a sense of membership, safety, and belonging
Community
Teamwork promotes collaboration and working together in a group to achieve a common goal
Competence
Volunteering helps to feel a positive view of one’s skills and abilities
Confidence
Helping others can bring an internal sense of positive self-worth, identity, and belief in the future