Make a Difference Day Saturday, October 26

It happens in the USA and UK at the end of October. It’s the biggest day of volunteering-to bring people together and build better communities.

Make a Difference Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Saturday of October, on October 26 this year. If you have ever wondered if your actions can make a difference, the answer is yes. And if you have wondered where to start, the answer is Make a Difference Day. We come together to volunteer, raise funds, offer support, and learn about the most urgent needs of our society. You don’t have to join an N.G.O. or travel to another country — you can start by cleaning your own backyard (literally and figuratively) because volunteering is all about becoming the change you wish to see in the world.

How to Celebrate Make a Difference Day

1. Be vocal for local: A good rule of thumb for volunteering is to start from where you are. Places like local community centers, municipal offices, public hospitality, or old-age homes can always use an extra set of hands. This Make a Difference Day, don’t just donate your labor, raise awareness about the critical needs of your community as well.
2. Organize a fundraiser: Have a cause you are passionate about? Organize a fundraiser and encourage the people in your community to become your fellow patrons. Every penny counts, so make sure you invite as many people as you can.
3. Run a social media campaign: A week before the big day, plan a social media campaign and post updates under the hashtag #MakeaDifferenceDay. Running a campaign in advance can prepare the people in your life to take action on Make a Difference Day

Source: nationaltoday.com

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