Looking for advice, please. A job that matters.

[20score]

Looking for advice, please. A job that matters.

There are a lot of smart and well informed people on this site, so I thought it couldn’t hurt to ask for a little help.

Background: I have a pretty good job now, one that pays and has benefits. (Actually took a few years to get into this position, as it’s a government job. It involves researching regulations and writing. ) And because of the large bills I have, even though I’m willing to take a pay cut, if I get a new job, it must pay well.

And here’s my question: My entire life I’ve cared about injustice, the environment, animals, overpopulation and the suffering of innocent people. Are there organizations that will hire full time workers, and pay enough to live on? (Live in a very expensive part of the country, btw.)

I’ve made a decision to change careers after 30 years. The sooner I get out, the better. Life is short. And yes, I know there are millions in a worse situation; my idea is to help some of them if I can. Thank you for your input!

[upaloopa]

1. I think you need to look at non profits and see if there is anything there for you

I work for county government and we have departments that deal with most of the areas you mention but a lot if the work is done by contract with non profits. We call them community based organizations. We get State and Federal money and contract with the CBOs who do much of the work.

[gwheezie]

2. Nurse?

I've been a nurse for over 40 years. I still work with patients. I haven't regretted a day I've gone to work. I hope I can work until I'm 70.
As far as salary I am secure. I'll never be downsized. I'm not sure how much money you need to maintain you life style. If you have a degree there are several nursing schools that have accelerated bsn programs.

[A HERETIC I AM]

3. Look into large charitable endowments or trusts.

The Carnegie endowment, for instance.

There are scores of them.

They all have staff members.

[VanillaRhapsody]

4. indeed dot com

[JaneyVee]

5. Environmental lawyer. Most other jobs in that field...

Don't pay too well. Most people take those jobs as a calling. Good luck with whatever you choose.

[20score]

6. Thank you all!