Retired teachers often ask where they can volunteer their time. 

In 2011, each volunteer hour was worth approximately $21.75. Our state legislators need to know that retired educators are still giving back to the communities. 

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Here are some areas where you can count your volunteer hours.
 

Youth Services and Education (Family members not eligible): Tutoring, Classroom volunteering, “Read Across America” or similar programs, Scouts, 4-H, Sports teams, church youth groups or classes, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Babysitting (other than family). Etc.
 

Community Groups for Adults: Kiwanis, Lions, Rotary, VFW, YWCA or YMCA, United Way, Women’s Giving Circle,  League of Women voters, Arts or crafts festivals, Public radio or TV, Food Pantries, Parks or recreation departments, etc.
 

Health Care: Hospitals or nursing homes, Red Cross, Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Hope Hospice, etc.
 

Service to Adults: (other than Family): Shopping, Transportation, Calling, Cleaning, Reading, Meals on Wheels, Council on Aging, AARP, State or County Retired Teachers Associations, Driver Training, Federation of Older Hoosiers, Habitat for Humanity etc.
 

Church: Boards or commissions, Adult Bible or Sunday School, Missions work, Fund drives, office holders, musicians, etc.
 

Travel: You may count travel time to and from volunteering.  For missions trips, count travel time and the time you are actively volunteering or monitoring. 
Or use your own judgment.