Every day, Youth Are Awesome bloggers are posting on the three things they can do for Calgary as part of the City’s 3 Things project. My Three Things are:
This winter, I plan to donate food and clothing. There are many organizations and charities that take non-perishable food and clothing donations. The Drop-In Centre and the Salvation Army are two examples. For clothing donations, make sure they are clean and in relatively good condition. Since it’s getting cold outside, clients at the Drop-In Centre and the Salvation Army would appreciate some winter clothing donations. In addition to clothing, the Salvation Army takes food donations, but make sure your donations are non-perishable and are not expired. Check out the Drop-In Centre’s needs list to see what else YOU can donate!
2. Volunteer to pick up garbage at a park near you
I sign up for many Youth Central volunteer projects and my school clubs do cleaning at parks. It is important to keep our community clean for the sake of everyone. Show your stewardship and pick up garbage at the park even if you didn’t leave it there.
3. Offer your help to people around your neighbourhood
It is beneficial to make friendly relationships with the people in your neighbourhood to get to know them and create greater communications between each other. Rather than waiting for them to ask you for help, offer them your help! You can provide your assistance with raking the leaves, shoveling the snow (since winter is on its way), and even offer free babysitting.
There are so many ways to make our city a better place, but it is up to us to make a difference.