Some of Ireland's unpaid heroes explain why they spend their time volunteering
Those who choose to give often get a lot back.
This will come as no surprise to the estimated 500,000 Irish people who do volunteer work of some sort each year, but a survey by Volunteer Ireland has revealed the extent of those benefits: 55% of volunteers reported an increase in their well-being and mental health, while 65% said their self-esteem was boosted by volunteering.
