Category Archives: Kids

Aliya: Helping Kids in Africa

While there is no shortage of community service projects in our local communities, there is also an opportunity to volunteer farther from home. If you are fortunate enough to be able to travel to other parts of the world, there … Continue reading

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Izzy: Friendship Circle

If you enjoy working with children, almost every community has volunteer opportunities working with kids with special needs. These might be kids with physical, mental, or emotional problems who need someone to talk with, to play with, or to confide … Continue reading

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Sammy: Kash for Kids

There are many organizations that collect old toys and provide them to low-income children. While donated old toys are nice, most kids prefer a new toy.  New toys generally cost money. Meet Sammy who created Kash for Kids, an organization … Continue reading

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Kirby: Cinderella’s Closet

One of the highlights of high school is prom night. As you probably know, prom dresses can be really expensive, often beyond the means of economically disadvantaged families. Helping a teen realize her dream of going to the prom can … Continue reading

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