Janet Chong (first from left) featured with one of our families during the annual Camp Rainbow.
The quote by Winston Churchill aptly describes the happiness one gets in giving than receiving. When you volunteer your time to helping those in need, you receive much more in return. We spoke to Janet Chong, who is our regular volunteer.
Hello Janet! Share with us, how long have you been volunteering with us?
JC: I have been volunteering with Club Rainbow since 2016 so it has been over 3years,
What have you volunteered for?
JC: I started off as a befriender tutor to assist the kids in their weekly schoolwork and also participated as a befriender in Camp Rainbow. Occasionally I do help out in Club Rainbow events such as Dreamseeds Art Fest and Celebrating Heroes.
What is your most memorable volunteering experience and Why?
JC: The most memorable experience was the 3 days 2 nights Camp Rainbow. As we spent the entire 3 days with the kids, I could feel the challenges the caregivers are facing and I give my upmost respect for them. Through the camp activities, I could also feel the resilience and positive energy from the kids as well as the dedication of all befrienders. I would definitely return for Camp Rainbow yearly as the experience given is not only memorable but meaningful to me.
Do you feel that volunteering has helped you in your personal development?
JC: Definitely through volunteering, and out of my comfort zone, it made me have a different perspective in life. It has cultivated more empathy and strength in me and more importantly it gives me the kind of happiness that you can't get anywhere else.