You Can Change Your World
You Can Change Your World inspires youth to get involved in volunteering activities. You'll find over 150 practical ideas on how to volunteer at home, school, church and in your community. Some examples include:
* Dog and Cat Fun
Local humane societies look for volunteers to walk their dogs. See if your family can register as dog walkers. You'll get exercise as well as the dogs! Kids can also collect old towels and newspapers to donate to shelters to use for animal care.
 Bedtime Snack Sacks
Most kids enjoy a bedtime snack. Children living in homeless shelters seldom have that treat. Decorate a number of lunch bags with markers, sequins and glitter. Fill each bag with a juice pack and non-perishable treat such as granola bars, packaged crackers or dried fruit. Add a small "Happy Meals" type toy as a surprise. Deliver the snack sacks to a women's shelter.
* Outdoor Clean-up
Contact the local Parks and Recreation department to see if they need help on trail clean-up. Kids can help staff pick up litter and maintain park facilities.
* Entertainment
Do you have dramatic or musical talents? Practice a skit, song or musical piece with your friends. Offer to present a "talent show" to a local nursing home.
See? Volunteering can be fun, plus you'll learn how important it is to do something for others. So this summer, put down the remote control and find a way to improve your community, help a lonely person or just give a dog some much needed exercise.
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