Dr. Martin Luther King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: “What are you doing for others?”
The national holiday to celebrate Dr. King’s life and legacy has also become an opportunity to serve our neighbors and communities. So in honor of “Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service”, I thought we could all share ideas for ways that we can volunteer to help others. Here are just a few ideas:
Hunger Relief -- volunteer at a local food bank
Housing -- volunteer to build houses to help end homelessness
Elderly -- visit a rest home or nursing care facility
Veterans -- volunteer at a local VA or offer help to a military family
Animals -- volunteer to help with animals at a humane society or shelter
Arts -- volunteer at museums and exhibits to promote the arts
Literacy -- volunteer at local libraries or donate books to promote reading
Clean up -- volunteer to adopt a highway with your local transportation department
Beautify the Planet -- plant a tree or garden
National Organizations -- lend a hand to groups like Volunteers of America, the American Red Cross, and the United Way.
There is no shortage of volunteer opportunities for those willing to donate their time and efforts. I’ll be helping in my community on Monday. How will you help?
See you Saturday!
Leah :-)