Omar Pinacate Komaiha, 22, of Parkland: Volunteering is Important

Omar Komaiha, 22, of Parkland is a senior who attends Florida State University. In his free time, Omar Komaiha is a dedicated community volunteer who regularly donates his time to local children's hospitals like St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Social responsibility benefits communities and businesses of all sizes but it is essential, regardless of whether you are a prominent community member or a college student. Giving back not only benefits your local area but can also help attract new employment opportunities, as well as makes you more visible to recruiters. In addition, giving back to your community is important because introduces networking opportunities, explains Omar Komaiha, 22, of Parkland.

Additionally, giving back to your local community can supercharge your branding and marketing by building your (and/or your brand's/organization's) recognition and reputation. Studies have found that approximately 90 percent of millennials will switch from one brand to another if associated with a cause they favor. Additionally, upwards of two-thirds of millennials and 53 percent of the general population will use social media to engage around corporate social responsibility.

Omar Komaiha, 22, of Parkland, understands that one of the problems associated with being a college student is being on a tight budget. However, just because you may not have the funds to be as philanthropic as you would like does not mean you cannot help give back to the local community. One way you can give back to the community without breaking the bank is for you to encourage your peers, friends, and family to volunteer.