Community Service
Each season, teams participate in a league-wide community service project. While many organizations have age limits for in-person volunteering, all kids will play a role and experience the benefits of giving back.
"One of the most vital ways we sustain ourselves is by building communities of resistance, places where we know we are not alone." -Bell Hooks
Community Service
Each season, teams participate in a league-wide community service project. While many organizations have age limits for in-person volunteering, all kids will play a role and experience the benefits of giving back.
"One of the most vital ways we sustain ourselves is by building communities of resistance, places where we know we are not alone." -Bell Hooks
Fall
As Thanksgiving approaches, many are left without. This is a time to practice gratitude and extend a helping hand to those experiencing homelessness, poverty, or other hardships that prevent them from providing for their families.
Winter
Christmas should be a joyful time for children worldwide, but unfortunately, it is not always the case. Typical activities during this season include organizing Christmas caroling, toy drives, and finding ways to bring Christmas to children’s hospitals.
Spring
As the weather warms up, it’s a great opportunity to show our love for the environment by planting trees and flowers, cleaning up community spaces, and learning about waste management and environmental preservation.
Summer
With school out we have more time to focus on the larger projects Have you heard about the IKEA effect? We’re excited to test it out and help kids develop a sense of resourcefulness and teamwork. All items will be donated to local charities.
The Benefits
Sense of Purpose & Confidence
Volunteering in the community is a way to provide youth with a sense of belonging. Seeing the positive impact of their actions gives them a sense of accomplishment, leading to increased self-esteem, confidence, and a greater overall sense of well-being.
Leadership & Teamwork
Volunteering often involves working collaboratively with others, which provides an opportunity to develop leadership and learn the importance of teamwork, communication, and cooperation in achieving shared objectives.
Empathy & Altruism
As youth are exposed to different life experiences, perspectives, and challenges faced by others within their community it helps them develop empathy and compassion towards those in need, leading to a deeper understanding of social issues and a desire to help create positive change.