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Sacramento County is honoring National Volunteer Week by recognizing the thousands of volunteers who strengthen communities through animal care, family support, emergency services, and more. Whether you have a few hours or want a long-term commitment, opportunities are waiting.
The Grand County Library District is celebrating the volunteers who keep local libraries running smoothly, from shelving books to leading weekly craft clubs. Their service highlights how small acts of giving back strengthen entire communities.
A Yorkville barbecue restaurant just donated $12,500 to help advocate for children in foster care, marking a decade of giving back to their community. The money came from Southbank Original Barbecue's 10th annual charity 5K race this March.
Twenty years ago, an earthquake trapped two Australian miners underground for two weeks in a rescue that captivated the world. Both survivors still live in the same small Tasmanian town, giving back to the community that rallied around them.
Hundreds of volunteers are helping Ringle, Wisconsin, recover after an EF-3 tornado tore through the community last week. Many helpers are local residents giving back to the place they call home.
Volunteers in Colorado's Eagle County donated over 5,000 hours building affordable homes in 2025, saving Habitat for Humanity more than half a million dollars in labor costs. National Volunteer Appreciation Week spotlights how giving back benefits both communities and the volunteers themselves.
More than 300 older adults are turning retirement into community service by volunteering to teach classes, organize events, and mentor fellow learners at Penn State. Their dedication proves that giving back doesn't stop with age.
A Washington DC neighborhood is rallying volunteers for dozens of service projects this spring, from pollinator gardens to food pantries. The Van Ness and Forest Hills communities are proving that giving back can be as simple as showing up.
A group of retired women in Millis, Massachusetts, gather twice a week to handcraft teddy bears for children in hospitals, foster care, and shelters. What started as one retiree's quest to stay busy has grown into a thriving community effort that's touching lives across the region. #
Over two thousand volunteers donated nearly 190,000 hours of service to MultiCare hospitals this year, bringing comfort to patients and strengthening communities. Three volunteers share how giving back changed their lives as much as the people they serve.
NBA star Wendell Carter Jr. brought together fans and community members at a TopGolf fundraiser to support youth programs across Orlando. The event combined sports, entertainment, and giving back in a celebration of community spirit.
After building his career in Europe, software engineer Nsisong Okon is giving back by creating STEM4Kiddo, a free learning platform targeting underprivileged children across Africa. His mission: equip the next generation with tech skills that can break cycles of poverty.
Health supplement company AG1 has provided 17 million meals to hungry children since 2019 while slashing its carbon footprint. The company's latest impact report shows how businesses can grow while giving back.
MassWildlife is inviting families to help release half a million trout into local waters during school vacation week. Kids will learn about fishing spots while giving back to their community's lakes and ponds.
Dr. Lissa Woodruff received CHI Health Good Samaritan's Champion of Philanthropy Award for her decades of service and generous giving. Her story shows how one physician's commitment can strengthen an entire community's healthcare.
Community volunteers in East Haven are giving back to local veterans by repairing their homes at no cost. The heartwarming initiative ensures those who served their country get the support they deserve.
A group of golfers in Bermuda donated $26,500 to help families caring for children with medical and developmental challenges. The "Hackers" have been giving back through weekly contributions and Christmas raffles since 2018.
The Arizona Diamondbacks just crossed $100 million in charitable donations after 31 years of giving back to their community. Arizona's governor declared March 9 "D-backs Give Back Day" to honor the milestone.
After retiring to Mexico in 2021, Shashanda Trujillo transformed her newfound free time into a quiet force for good, volunteering with four animal welfare organizations across Puerto Vallarta. Her sustainable approach to giving back offers a blueprint for anyone wondering how to help without burning out.
Two college friends turned a frustrating cologne shopping trip into a successful fragrance startup. Now they're giving back with a scholarship for future entrepreneurs at their alma mater.
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