Alecia has been been one of our volunteer bloggers this year! Learn about how she was inspired to start volunteering! “There’s something about helping people that makes me appreciate the beauty of humanity. As a child, this was something I …
Looking for volunteer opportunities in Raleigh, Durham, or around the Triangle? See our up-to-date list of needs from hundreds of local nonprofits. Recap: What is the Teens Change the World! Summer Program? This summer, Activate Good hosted teens from around the Triangle …
In recent times, social engagement has come to mean more involvement on social media instead of live social connections. However as many studies have shown, nothing can replace live interaction with others. Here are a few ways volunteering helps promote …
Looking for volunteer opportunities in Raleigh, Durham, or around the Triangle? See our up-to-date list of needs from hundreds of local nonprofits. Thanks to a partnership with Wake Tech, Activate Good welcomes two new interns to help us make sure this …
Looking for volunteer opportunities in Raleigh, Durham, or around the Triangle? See our up-to-date list of needs from hundreds of local nonprofits. Thanks to a partnership with Wake Tech, Activate Good welcomes two interns to help us make sure this summer’s …
Volunteering isn’t only a good deed that benefits a cause or an organization, but it also can benefit the volunteer in their long-term education and career goals. Here are some ways volunteering helps your career and education goals: 1. …
A few years ago, I was invited to imagine the future of volunteer service in America and share my thoughts in a guest article for Fast Company. In that article, I shared the beginnings of our dream for a new …
We always say here at Activate Good that one of our favorite things about volunteering (besides making an impact in the community, of course!) is the opportunity to meet people that share your passion for making a difference. When we …
“I am motivated by service. I believe that people are good and want to be successful.” -Patrick Shearon- Patrick shared with us his account of how he found a way to use his talents and passion to give …
It’s true! Maintaining one’s health is a priority to that often falls behind for our other priorities in life. Between attending school and/or working, maintaining a home and family life and numerous social obligations, it seems nearly impossible to stay …