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Passing It On - Helping Hands & Resources for Every Walk of Life
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items Here are my suggestions for ways that you can help others. Each of these actions are meaningful, easy to take on, and makes a real difference in people’s lives. Whether it's giving your time, skills, or resources, there’s no shortage of ways to share...
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Volunteering at a food bank is a way to meet people and provide a much-needed service. Many families rely on food banks, and helping organize or distribute food can make a big difference in your local community.
Volunteer - Food Bank for the Heartland
Getting involved in a local clean-up day helps make our neighborhoods look better and feel safer. I always feel great after helping pick up litter or tidy up a park. It's good exercise and a way to feel more connected to your community.
Omaha Cleanup | Keep Omaha Beautiful, Inc.
We all have clothes we’re not wearing anymore, so why not give them a second life? Donating to Goodwill or Salvation Army helps those in need and keeps items out of landfills. Plus, you never know whose day you might brighten with that coat or sweate...
Donate Stuff – Goodwill Industries International
Being a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters is a fantastic way to make a real impact on a young person’s life. If you have the time, mentoring provides support, guidance, and friendship that can positively shape a child’s future.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands
Habitat for Humanity lets you get hands-on with building homes for people who need them. No construction skills are necessary; they’ll teach you everything. It’s a way to help families secure safe, affordable housing, and the teamwork feels so reward...
Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity
Buying a coffee for the person behind you is such a small gesture, but it can mean so much. For someone having a rough day, that unexpected kindness can turn things around. Plus, it’s fun to spread a little joy in such a simple way!
Paying for the next person's coffee
Sponsoring a child is an impactful way to provide ongoing support to someone who could use it. With a small monthly contribution, you can help with food, education, and healthcare, ensuring they have a brighter future.
Learn How Child Sponsorship Works - Save the Children
Sharing your knowledge by tutoring students in reading, math, or any subject you’re skilled in can be life-changing for a young person. Libraries often need volunteers, and it’s a great way to support kids in their education.
Homework Help & Research | Omaha Public Library
Putting together care packages with essentials like socks, snacks, and hygiene products is a simple way to support people experiencing homelessness. Handing them out personally or donating to shelters helps to meet immediate needs and shows compassio...
Assemble Care Kits for the Homeless | Family-Friendly Project Guide
Blood donation takes less than an hour but can save up to three lives. If you’re able, giving blood is an easy, impactful way to contribute to public health and help people in emergencies or with chronic illnesses.
Red Cross Blood Services
Writing a letter to someone in the military is a thoughtful way to show appreciation for their service. Operation Gratitude connects civilians with active-duty military members. Your words can mean so much to someone stationed far from home.
Operation Gratitude: Homepage
Swap events are perfect for exchanging unused items like clothes, books, and toys. It’s sustainable, helps families save money, and lets you connect with neighbors. I love the sense of community and resourcefulness that comes from swapping instead of...
Swap Omaha | Sustainably LB
Many schools could use extra books, and hosting a book drive helps to provide students with access to more reading materials. It’s a fantastic way to share the love of reading and ensure every child has something exciting to read.
Book Drive Tool Kit - Read To Grow
Community gardens are great for those without green space at home. Not only do you get fresh produce, but you also help maintain a space where people can gather, grow food, and learn gardening skills. This is definitely a win-win for everyone involve...
City Sprouts
Buy Nothing groups are amazing for sharing items with people who truly need them. Instead of throwing things away, you can offer them to locals. It’s sustainable and builds community by allowing us to give (and receive) without money.
Buy Nothing Project - Facebook
Little Free Libraries encourage literacy by allowing people to take or leave books at any time. Starting or contributing to one is a great way to support literacy and share knowledge in your neighborhood.
Start a Little Free Library
Shelters always need support, whether it’s through donations, food, or spending time with animals. Animal shelters rely on volunteers, and a little time there can mean a lot to those furry friends who need care and affection.
Donate to An Animal Shelter
Kids love toys, and a toy drive ensures that children in need receive gifts, especially during the holidays. Whether it’s new or gently used, each toy can bring a lot of joy and excitement to a child.
Start a Toy Drive
Kiva is a micro-lending platform where you can lend as little as $25 to entrepreneurs worldwide. It’s a unique way to support individuals working hard to lift themselves and their communities out of poverty. Plus, many of the loans get paid back, so ...
Kiva
Hosting a free meal is a way to nourish your community while also connecting with people. Invite neighbors to enjoy a home-cooked meal, or donate to a soup kitchen. Food brings people together and shows that we care about each other’s well-being.
How to Start a Soup Kitchen
Democracy relies on people stepping up and working the polls is a concrete way to ensure everyone has a voice. It’s a long day, but helping the electoral process run smoothly is a powerful way to give back to society.
Election Worker
Supporting local artists not only helps them thrive but enriches your community’s culture. Go to art shows, buy pieces if you can, or even promote their work online. It’s an investment in creativity and community spirit!
Support Local Artists - ArtLifting
First responders work tirelessly, and providing a warm meal is a wonderful way to show appreciation. It doesn’t take much, but a hot meal can remind these everyday heroes that their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
First Responder Food Meal Kits & Hot Drinks | Fire, Police, EMS
Financial literacy is so important, and many people could benefit from learning basic skills like budgeting, saving, and managing credit. Offering a class is a way to empower people to make better financial decisions for themselves and their families...
Teach Financial Literacy
If you have skills in writing, design, accounting, or any field, consider volunteering them for a nonprofit. Many organizations need help but don’t have the budget, and you can make a meaningful impact with your expertise.
Ways to Help a Nonprofit You Love—For Free
Many kids come to school each day with lunch balances they can’t pay, which can lead to embarrassing situations or even being denied a meal. Covering unpaid lunch balances is a simple but powerful way to support kids in our community. It ensures that...
Pay School Lunch Balance