Tag: volunteering

Perks & Purpose: Volunteering for Good and Freebies
April 18, 2025 Off

Perks & Purpose: Volunteering for Good and Freebies

By The Admiral Staff

Volunteering offers numerous benefits beyond the satisfaction of helping a cause, including potential perks like free food and experiences. The article highlights six ways to gain these benefits: ushering at theaters/music venues, guiding tours at museums (often with free admission and discounts), working at foodie festivals (earning tasting tickets), trading time for yoga classes, volunteering at community gardens (taking home produce), and assisting at local special events (receiving free meals).

Giving Tuesday: Your Tax Deduction & How to Donate Smart
November 26, 2024 Off

Giving Tuesday: Your Tax Deduction & How to Donate Smart

By The Admiral Staff

Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, encourages people to donate to charities after the Black Friday/Cyber Monday shopping spree. Donating may offer a tax deduction, though this benefit is primarily for those with higher incomes who itemize deductions. The article also provides ways to participate in Giving Tuesday without spending money, such as volunteering or donating used goods, and offers resources for earning extra income to facilitate charitable giving.

Trade Your Time, See the World
July 31, 2023 Off

Trade Your Time, See the World

By The Admiral Staff

The article explores ways to travel without spending money on accommodation by engaging in work exchanges. These exchanges involve working for a local host in exchange for room and board, offering opportunities to immerse in local culture and learn new skills. Options include platforms like WorkAway and HelpX, WWOOF for organic farm work, working holiday visas for young adults, teaching English, au pairing, and volunteering. While volunteering isn’t recommended as a cheap travel tactic, genuine contributions can be rewarding.