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How to Engage Children in Service Ages 5-6
In order to create a more unified community we must start teaching children to serve at younger ages. It has been proven that the level of youth engagement is a powerful predictor of adults who serve: the propensity to volunteer, the propensity to give, and the amount one gives.” Below are ...
Source: Youth Service America
Ten Tips for Volunteering Wisely
Content provided by: Research the causes or issues important to you. Consider the skills you have to offer. Would you like to learn something new? Combine your goals. Don't over-commit your schedule. Nonprofits may have questions, too. Consider volunteering as a ...
Source: USA Freedom Corps
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One Laptop Per Child ... Including Yours
A hundred dollars can get you dinner for two at a fancy restaurant. It can score you an iPod shuffle or a set of...
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Volunteering (for Teens)
You've seen news reports about people who need assistance after a natural disaster or animals in need. Maybe you've...
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What is Service-Learning?
Working Definition of Service-Learning Cleaning up a river is service. Sitting in a science classroom, looking at water...
Source: Youth Service America -
How to Engage Children in Service Through Faith-based Organizations
“The deepest happiness you can have comes from that capacity to help relieve the suffering of others. So if we have...
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Engaging Youth with Disabilities in Service
In an effort to allow everyone the opportunity for greatness, we encourage and challenge you to consider ways to involve...
Source: Youth Service America
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