Explore volunteering opportunities during Ramadan

Volunteering is a great way to help others and give back to our communities — and it’s good for our mental and physical health. People who volunteer for as little as two hours a week may experience improved mental, emotional and physical health benefits that many older volunteers are gaining because, on average, they volunteer almost twice as much as people in other age groups.

There are a million ways to offer a helping hand, so why not start today. Whether you volunteer to help a poor person or someone going through difficult times, good deeds will earn you many blessings. Although it is important to be selfless and kind throughout the year, helping someone during the Holy Month is indeed a great act of kindness.

Volunteering doesn't have to mean a big-time commitment. So, decide what you're interested in—and spend time doing something that is meaningful to you! Make calls to someone who may be lonely, read to children at a local school or participate in a community day of service, you can decide what you want to do! The possibilities for volunteering are endless!

There’s no better time than now to explore the volunteer opportunities available in your community.

Fasting tips
Build your fitness
   
It's important to begin each day with a short session of light exercises, such as 10 to 15 minutes of brisk walking or running. The frequency and intensity can be gradually increased while maintaining the regimen. Just keep in mind that you won't feel as energetic on the day you're fasting as you would on any other day. Avoid performing high-intensity exercises like sprinting or heavy lifting.