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Special events. Big campaigns. Community-wide action.
Throughout the year, Activate Good mobilizes thousands of changemakers through powerful days of service, campaigns, and events that celebrate what it means to show up for the Triangle.
Whether it’s rallying volunteers on 9/11 to honor lives lost, celebrating corporate social responsibility through Triangle Businesses for Good, or bringing families together to give back during the holidays, each event is a chance to turn compassion into action.
These moments aren’t just symbolic—they’re transformational. Explore our annual campaigns and signature events to see how you can be part of something bigger.
Days of Service, Campaigns, and Special Events
Jan
19-24
Dignity Week
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is more than a federal holiday—it’s a call to action. Activate Good amplifies this day of service into Dignity Week: a week-long opportunity to honor Dr. King’s legacy by addressing pressing needs in the Greater Triangle’s most underserved neighborhoods.
Apr
19-25
National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is our local call to action as part of Points of Light’s larger nationwide campaign. Here in the Triangle, we invite individuals, groups, and companies of all sizes to step up and make a difference through a variety of impactful volunteer projects throughout the week!
Apr
22
Earth Day
This Earth Day, Activate Good invites you to take action for a cleaner, greener Triangle. Whether you’re passionate about protecting local parks, reducing waste, or making a difference in your community, there are ways for you to get involved.
May
2026
Triangle Businesses for Good
The Activate Good Triangle Businesses for Good Summit brings together purpose-driven professionals to explore how businesses can drive positive social impact without sacrificing success.
Sept
11
9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance
Our flagship event brings hundreds of changemakers together for morning and evening shifts to complete hands-on projects that make a real impact for community partners across the Triangle.
Oct
30
Triangle Businesses for Good
This unforgettable night brings live music, community connection, and a chance to make a difference, all in one place. Gig For Good isn’t just a concert, it’s an evening of fun, purpose, and good vibes. By showing up, you’re helping Activate Good create a ripple effect of kindness across the Triangle.
Nov
22
Family Volunteer Day
Held annually on the Saturday before Thanksgiving Day, Family Volunteer Day gathers families from across the Triangle to serve their community together.