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"I’m grateful to be part of this tight-knit community and to contribute to its incredible work each week. I’ve been a Night Owl volunteer for over two years, and it has been nothing short of a fun and fulfilling experience. After graduating from college, I was looking for a meaningful way to give back to the community, and I found exactly that at the Ballard House.
My conversations with guests have given me valuable perspectives and, if there is one big takeaway I’ve gained from my time here, it is the importance of staying optimistic and spreading positivity. When things don’t go as planned, it can be difficult to maintain that optimism, but being part of a community filled with compassionate guests, staff, and volunteers makes all the difference. We have the opportunity to inspire one another and spread positivity, playing an important role in making everyone here feel supported and welcomed.
The warm conversations and words of encouragement I’ve exchanged with guests and volunteers have personally helped me get through dull days. I’m truly grateful to everyone at the Ballard House for creating such a welcoming and uplifting community, and I’m thankful to be a part of it."
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