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8 Winter Opportunities to Give Back
There are plenty of ways you can continue to volunteer your time and efforts to make the world a better place—even from the comfort of your home or inside the warmth of an organization! Check out these eight opportunities to give back during the winter.
Ways to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. helped make the world a better place and advocated for equal rights for everyone. Use MLK Day as a time to honor his legacy by giving back or doing something good for somebody else.
How to Set Altruistic Intentions for 2023
With a new year comes new opportunities to give back and do more good. Remember that there's never a bad time to start giving back. Even if you fall off track, there's always time to get back in the saddle.
Planning for Your Success in 2023
byODKF President James Minter
6 Ways to Brighten Someone Else's Holiday Season
The holidays are a wonderful time to spend together with family, friends and loved ones. However, it's also an opportunity to give back
How to Start a New Habit That Actually Sticks
When it's time to start a new healthy habit, it can be pretty difficult. If you want to start the new year with a habit that will actually stick, check out these tips to get started.
Celebrating and Honoring Universal Human Rights Month
Human rights should be protected at all costs. You can get involved this Universal Human Rights Month and continue to spread the word year-round
10 Ways to Give Back at Work
The workplace is a space to get stuff done. However, it doesn't have to be all about making money. In fact, the workplace can be a great place to give back.
Giving Gifts that Are More than Just Stuff
This giving season, give more than just stuff to your friends and family. Give the gifts of experiences, charitable giving, delicious food, your time or something handmade.
Building an Altruistic Plan for 2023
The new year is right around the corner, and with a solid altruism plan, you're sure to have the most successful giving year yet!
Tis the Season for Giving
How to Give Thanks Today and Every Day
There are many ways you can say 'thank you' to the people in your life. Use these ideas both today and year round!
Ideas for Volunteering in the Colder Months
Although the weather is cooling down, that doesn't mean volunteer opportunities are also cooling! Use this season to participate in activities made for the colder months.
How to Make a GivingTuesday Plan for Donating and Organizing
This year, GivingTuesday falls on Tuesday, November 29th, and November is right around the corner! Whether you're wanting to donate, organize a fundraiser or volunteer, the time for action is now!
November ODKF President Message - First Family Project Support
How to Celebrate National Make a Difference Day
One person can inspire change for the entire world. This year, celebrate National Make a Difference Day on Saturday, October 22. Check out these ideas to help get you started with making a difference in your community and the world.
Scary-Good Ways to Give Back
While Halloween is normally reserved for scary-good fun, that doesn't mean you can't get involved to benefit a scary-good cause!
How Positive Thoughts Make You Healthier
Living a positive lifestyle has more benefits than just "feeling better." Focusing on positive thoughts can actually impact your overall health.
5 Ways You Can Help Save Our Planet
When it comes to saving our planet, small steps make a big impact. Every person can make an effort toward reducing their carbon footprint and living a more altruistic lifestyle for the world.
How to Say "Thank You" with Love Languages
Take the time to find out how those around you like to receive gratitude, appreciation and love. You'll find that meeting them with the love language they most appreciate will help strengthen your relationships.
How Journaling Leads to a More Altruistic Life
Journaling can not only improve your personal life, but it can also improve your altruistic focus. As it turns out, regular writing in a journal has a lot of surprising mental and emotional health benefits.
Celebrate Self Improvement Month this September
This September, remember to focus on you and your personal growth. Even small steps can add up to huge results over time. It all starts now!
How to Incorporate More Positivity into Your Life
Positivity is something you may not always possess, but there are ways to bring it into your life. Surround yourself with positive people, and remind yourself of the positive things in your life and the positive qualities you have.
How to Find a Cause You're Passionate About
Taking the first step to volunteer or get involved with an organization is hard, but these steps can help you dive in!
How to Incorporate Altruism During Back-to-School Activities
Back-to-school time can be a learning experience for everybody, even if you don't have school aged children. It's a time to remember that no matter where you are in life, you can continue to learn!
Water sustains life. Therefore, it's vitally important to all of us. This August, celebrate National Water Quality Month by being aware of your water habits and taking steps to ensure clean water for everyone. When we have clean water, we can lead satisfying lives.
5 Ideas to Celebrate Family Fun Month
Family Fun Month is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the end of the summer before your children head back to school. Take advantage of these creative and altruistic ideas in order to have the best Family Fun Month possible this August.
12 Ways to Celebrate National Wellness Month
Take advantage of the simple ways to find total wellness during August to celebrate National Wellness Month.
10 Random Acts of Kindness Ideas You Can Do Today
Take some time this week to think of a way that you can make a difference in the lives of others and go do it!
Surprising Life Benefits of Donating
Whether you choose to volunteer your time, get involved in the community or even commit time to strengthening your relationships, living an altruistic life provides many ways to impact others around you.
How to Create New Habits That Stick
Many of us fail to follow through on creating a new habit that truly sticks. However, If you're looking for a way to build a habit that lasts, there are some tried-and-true steps you can take to succeed!
7 Reasons to Buy Food from Your Local Farmers Markets
Buying food from farmers and ranchers has so many great benefits. Consider stopping by your local farmers market to enjoy the many advantages it has to offer.
7 Ways to Incorporate Wellness into Your Everyday Life
Don't wait until it's too late to focus on your wellness. How you feel trickles into your everyday life, which is why it's important for you to put your physical and mental health and wellbeing first.
How to Be a Resource in Times of Need
When times are hard, it's important to move forward and do what you can for others. Above all, open yourself up to listen and try to better understand the situation from your friend or loved one's perspective.
Celebrate Great Outdoors Month in June
June is the first official month of summer, which makes it the perfect opportunity to celebrate the great outdoors!
Great Ways to Give Back on Memorial Day
Memorial Day is an incredibly special time in America's history. This weekend, do more than barbecue. Take time to truly commemorate the meaning of the holiday and celebrate the servicemen and women who have given everything to this country.
Meaningful Summer Activities for the Entire Family
Summer is the perfect time to show your kids that giving back can be fun. Choose an organization that has a shared interest among your family and ask about volunteer opportunities.
How to Give Back in the Workplace
All work and no giving back makes for a dull workplace! Talk to your employer about already existing programs such as matching gifts or time off to volunteer.
10 Ways to Brighten Someone's Day
Use the power you have to make the world a brighter, better place, and you're sure to also experience some of that kindness. Together, we have the power to change the world!
How to Celebrate Earth Day Year-Round
In order to preserve our beautiful planet, it's going to take work from everybody. Encourage your family and friends to join you so that we can preserve the place we call home!
The Top Reasons You Should Consider Mentoring Today
Now is the perfect time to join a local or national organization as a mentor to help make a difference in the lives of kids around the world. Check out these top reasons you should become a mentor today.
How to Take Part in a Global Volunteer Phenomenon
Whether you're just getting started or a seasoned volunteer advocate, read on for ways that you can celebrate Global Volunteer Month and inspire others to join in to make our world a better place.
6 Tips to Train Your Brain to Be More Positive
If you want to live a more altruistic lifestyle, start by reprogramming your brain to think more positively. Try out these six tips to focus your thoughts and train your brain to be more positive.
5 Spring Cleaning Ideas for a Happier, Healthier You
Spring is a time of renewal, and cleaning doesn't have to simply mean scrubbing the floors! Try these cleaning activities to promote a happy and healthy lifestyle.
Alternative Spring Break Ideas for You and the Kids
Spring break is a time for rest and relaxation, but it has the potential to be so much more. Ask your kids about causes they're passionate about and try to line those passions up with a local organization.
5 Ways to Celebrate Women's History Month
Women have made massive and inspiring contributions to our communities and the world. Use Women's History Month as a reminder to celebrate the women in your life who inspire you every day.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day Month by Going Green
In the spirit of "going green" this month, use this holiday as a reminder to focus on the world around us. Check out these ways you can give the month of March new meaning by going green!
How to Help Kids Get Started with Giving Back
Starting young is a great way to ensure you're helping to shape givers for years to come, through volunteering and giving back to your community. Whether you're inspiring your own kids or children in your community, it's never too early to start inspiring the next generation!
Prioritizing Your Mental Health During Hard Times
There's no doubt that times have been hard in the past few years, and we could all use a reminder to focus on our mental health. Check out these tips to help put yourself first for your overall well-being.
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Children and Families Helped by Projects Funded by ODKF 2021-22
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