I want to do not-for-profit work (animal or human) but I have no education, can i do this?
Asked by wannabe
I currently have a job in the printing industry as a prepress manager (desktop publisher) for 6yrs and make $35k a year in the west burbs of Chicago. I am now fortunate to no longer need to work for money, ever. So now I want to do some good in this world and work at a place thats not-for-profit and help out either animals (preferred) or people. My problem is that I have almost zero education (only a GED) and have failed out of two colleges. All the not-for profit work that I can find that isn't picking up dog poop requires a BA or higher and/or 5+ years exp. in that specific field. Getting an education will not happen for me (I've been trying to pass 1 class for almost 10 years) and as the Catch-22 goes, can't get experience to get the job without the job in the first place. Is there any place or hope for me to fulfill my ambition? I think at this point in my life (mid 30's) i am beyond doing the 'janitor-type' work and I want to do something worth-wild and meaningful.

Best Answer:
The jobs are out there, and it's good you don't need the money because they don't pay all that well. You might want to start by volunteering with an organization you might want to work for at some point in time. If it's animals, look for a shelter or rescue group. If its with people, it depends on what kind of people. In my area, there is a group that works with handicapped kids and horses. See if there is a Volunteer Center in your community that can get you information about what's available. You usually only need a High School diploma or GED, and a clean criminal background.
9 years of working for non-profits
Answered by rosebud114

well while there is certainly nothing wrong of being a janitor many have and still does so to put food on their tables,roof over the families head and beds to sleep in and bills to pay .. Animals are SO wonderful and certainly a true gift from God! as a far as volunteering for an animal instuition you need to call each of them and ask them. Nah! as a animal rescuer vol I'm not aware of needing a higher education ! Go for it ,it is SO rewarding!! you must have patience,love kindness,and time to give ! talk to your local "Angels Of Assisi Clinic and or humane shelter nearest you! God luck&God bless
Answered by petlvr