We work with adults who are empowered, kind, creative, want to feel comfortable in their body, and own their health. Since naturopathic medicine is a healing philosophy that considers the whole picture, we know that healing happens in community. One great way to foster meaning and connection in our lives is through volunteering in the community we live in. A review article from 2023 showed that volunteering shows benefits including reduced death rates, increased daily functioning, providing a network of social support, and providing a sense of community, among many others! There are options for everyone, whether you like music, animals, food, building things, outdoor sports, or simply befriending a senior citizen. Volunteering is a great way to support your mental health, create a sense of community and give back to the place you live in. Check out some local Bozeman volunteering opportunities below:
Bozeman Symphony: perfect for those who love the opportunity to spend time with musicians and watching the symphony!
Heart of the Valley: perfect for those who want to spend time with animals who need a bit of extra love in their free time!
HRDC: Lots of programs that support our community and allow people to volunteer in many different ways! Check out their needs page for current ways to support them. Gallatin Valley Food Bank (part of the HRDC) allows people to help with their store operations as well as working in their garden! Fork & Spoon is a great “pay what you can” restaurant that relies on volunteers to serve and plate up food.
Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT): Often has group trail work events where you can meet new people and work on all the wonderful trails that Bozeman contains.
Sacks Thrift Store: Offering many positions from working a register to processing donations as they come in. Proceeds go to supporting many other support networks in Gallatin Valley.
Montana State Parks: Perfect for people who love the great outdoors, and want to host a campground or even work in a visitor center!
Habitat for Humanity: Whether you want to support a thrift store or get a bit more hands-on at a job-site, this one also has some great volunteer opportunities!
Bozeman Health: Many opportunities for giving back to the hospital that has provided Bozeman with so much!
BeFrienders: Help prevent isolation by becoming a friend with a senior citizen.
Cancer Support Community of Montana: Opportunities include supporting events hosted by Cancer support, working as a receptionist and many others.
Eagle Mount: If you’re passionate about working with people who have disabilities, this is the option for you! Many different programs, so there’s sure to be one that suits everyone.
Rocky Mountain Development Counsel: Hosting programs like Meals on Wheels and Senior companion program, RMDC is a great way to support our senior citizens.
Greater Gallatin United Way: If you’re looking for a variety of opportunities, United Way organizes many different opportunities in different spaces, so you can find the opportunity that fits what you’re looking for! (Including some of the opportunities listed above!)
