By SARA CASLER
Freshman Charlotte Mims strains as she lifts the final wall of the house into place. The project is complete, and a new house is built. The sense of accomplishment is overwhelming, but Mims does not do all the work for herself; she is a volunteer.
Mims works with Conway United Methodist Church and the Boy Scouts of America as a volunteer. According to her, the greatest accomplishment is not the finished product, but the friends and experiences gained along the way.
“A lot of the friends I have now are people I met volunteering. Also, the experiences you have are what make it memorable,” Mims said.
Volunteering is one way to stay active over the summer. If interested in volunteering, visit handsonorlando.com or cityoforlando.net and search volunteer opportunities.