3 New Year’s Resolutions To Give Back This Year

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As part of your New Year’s resolutions, you may want to give back to your community. Do you have a passion for creating an impact on society by donating or doing something for a good cause? If yes, there are many ways to get started, get involved, and make a difference.

There are countless ways you can make true your new year’s resolutions to give back to the community this year.  Here are some of the easiest ways to give back something to your community.

1. Donations

You can give back to your community through the donations of food, money, and, of course, your time. Here are some ideas to help you get started!

Food Donations

When you go shopping for your food at the grocery store, you can always pick up an extra item or two until you have a good-sized bundle and then drop it off at a local food bank or shelter.

This way, you won’t need to make an extra trip to the grocery store, and you will only get as much as you can afford at the time.

Financial Donations

While the donation of food or items is always appreciated, a financial donation can also provide a charity or cause with the opportunity to buy the most essential or sought-after items that are needed when they are needed.

Mentorship

Youth, especially youth who are at risk, can benefit from having a positive role model. They need people who are genuinely concerned about their welfare and willing to invest their time.

You can give back to the youth community through a range of programs. You can spend time together, engage in a conversation and build a relationship, read books, help with their homework, or even play sports activities.

Start a Program

Do you have an activity or area of expertise that resonates with you? Do you have a special skill that can change someone’s life for the better? Cooking, writing, budgeting, fitness? You can give back by sharing your skill. Many people are searching for free classes to enrich their lives.

If you’re looking to spearhead a program, reach out to a local non-profit and see if there is an opportunity for you to get involved. You may need to build some rapport with the non-profit first, but it will be well worth the time spent giving back to your community.

Volunteer for an Event

It’s understandable if you are a bit apprehensive about starting a long-term volunteer position, especially if you are a student, parent, or live a busy lifestyle. If you’re looking to give back but don’t have the capacity for a long-lasting investment in your spare time, a single event volunteer opportunity may be the perfect fit for you.

Whether it’s handing out drinks and snacks, cleaning up an outdoor space, or simply greeting others, your volunteer position can make an impact and help a cause achieve their goals, no matter how big or small.

Teach a Class

Teaching a class is just like starting a program, except in this case, the class is already in progress. If you have a passion for teaching something, here is your chance to use your talent for a good cause and give back to the community.

Coach a Team

Many youth teams are looking for coaches. Volunteering as a coach, or even an assistant, can help to keep the children and teenagers in your community invested in their health through playing sports.

Through participating in sports, children and teenagers alike can stay active, build their skillset and even advance their teamwork skills as well.

2. Getting Others Involved

Serving Meals

Are you thinking about getting involved by serving meals? This is a great opportunity to bring along a friend or family member. The more, the merrier!

Doing a Clean-Up

Many organizations are looking for people to help clean up areas within the community. It could be a public beach, park, or other common outdoor space. Not only will you get involved and help contribute to your community, but you’ll also be helping the environment.

With help from a friend or family member, the work will be done quickly, and you’ll have a familiar face to keep you company.

Kit Packing

Hosting a kit-packing drive is not difficult; reach out to your family, friends, neighbors, school, church, or workplace to get others involved. Rally them together to help you put together items for a local cause, charity, or non-profit organization.

If you have no or minimal kit packing experience, reach out to an in-person or virtual kit-packing expert. The Kits for a Cause team can help you find and connect with a local charity, or get started with a charity of your choosing.

3. Virtual and Social Media Support

Many non-profit organizations will have virtual volunteer openings that you can access from your location. If you like working from home, you can also give back by volunteering from the comfort of your home.

You can also use the power of social media to spread the word. Follow local charities or non-profit organizations on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for the latest news and information. From there, you can interact and share posts to help increase awareness.

Get Involved with Kits for a Cause

The New Year is always an inspiring time.

This year, be inspired to give back to the community in any way that you can. There are varied ways that are available for you to offer your services as a way of giving back to your community. Find one that suits you, and then go for it!

With Kits for a Cause, you can really make a difference. To get started and really make an impact for a cause, charity, or non-profit in need through a kit packing event, contact us today or take a look at some of our offerings.

You’re sure to find something that piques your interest and helps to support those in need.