IN THIS LESSON

Sometimes the biggest difference can be found in the smallest things.

In the Immediate Action Toolkit, you can engage in volunteer activities that support your interests and there are no requirements to participate in these activities. As long as you have the passion, your actions can change the world bit by bit.

Here are some options for volunteer activities to get you started:

If you are interested in helping our environment clean and promote eco-friendly ways to conserve our planet, you can:

-Participate in the litter cleanups 

-Promote simple ways to recycle in your community.

If you are hoping to help people in need or simply brighten up their day, you can:

-Distribute food to the homeless

-Use your artistic skills to make motivating cards 

-Raise awareness about organizations in your community with a marketing event

If you are just looking for a fun activity where you can contribute to the community, then we recommend:

-Learn a new skill by exploring new opportunities, meeting new people, and using your talents to improve our society.

-Start a blog, article or a podcast to express your thoughts and feelings, give valuable advice, or share your experiences and real-world lessons you’ve learned so that you can guide other individuals in similar scenarios. 


Inspiration from Local Leaders:

  • Bahiy Watson

    A leader who committed to making opportunities for his community after Hurricane Katrina. For example, he rallied others to save a local youth center, demonstrating that change can begin with only one person with a strong vision.

  • Erin Gruwell

    A high school teacher who founded the Freedom Writer’s Foundation to promote tolerance and innovative teaching, transforming his classroom into a safe space.

  • Limor Fried

    An engineer who founded a company that focused on teaching electronics to makers of all ages and skill levels, illustrating how an individual can use their passion to serve their community.

  • Efren Peñaflorida:

    A Filipino teacher and social worker who founded the Dynamic Teen Company where he used a mobile classroom to teach street children in impoverished areas who don’t receive the same quality education as other kids.

Rewards System

Watch the video to experience the fun side of serving your community. Volunteering doesn’t have to be just litter clean ups or bingo in a senior citizens’s nursing home anymore; turn your community service journey into a fun competition where you can earn points and win prizes.