One thing I really appreciate about Ryan’s organize an activity is its simplicity! Anyone can organize something like this! And, I also appreciate Ryan’s honesty: he could have done even more if he started earlier. So, check out this simple, straightforward idea and see if YOU can take it to the next level. Continue reading
Project Topic: Organize An Activity
Project Thankfulness
We wanted to share this project because Junior overcame a significant obstacle to get this done. Junior has social anxiety and the organize an activity seemed like an impossible assignment for him to accomplish. Yet–with some creative thinking, Junior was able to organize an activity that he found comfortable. Despite his social anxiety, Junior helped make the world a better place by reaching out to others and asking folks to practice gratitude. Check it out! Continue reading
Raising Funds for Students in Crisis
Evelyn and Beteab had many creative ideas and weren’t sure what direction in which to go…that is until they learned about the ARCC Foundation’s goal to raise money for students in crisis. They decided to organize other students and all go help make calls on behalf of the foundation together. All funds raised help ARCC who are in crisis–a goal Evelyn and Beteab totally support! Continue reading
Painting for a Cause
One thing I love about this project: Andrew doesn’t consider himself an “artist.” He’s never sold a painting before. But, for his organize an activity, he went for it! He put his talent to use, created a beautiful piece of art, sold it to a stranger on the internet, and donated the proceeds. Andrew wrote that this project helped him increase his confidence in himself and his abilities! Continue reading
Shared Happiness
Doreen planned a birthday party for those born in October at the group home she previously worked at. Due to Covid restrictions, no outside family or friends were allowed to visit. This left the people with birthdays unable to really celebrate. Doreen changed all that by planning a party with staff and residents! Continue reading
Supporting St. Stephen’s Human Services
Cheyenna and Summer worked together to collect donations and fundraise for St. Stephen’s Human Services, an organization working in Minneapolis to aid those experiencing homelessness. They researched impactful, local organizations and felt St. Stephen’s fit the bill. Continue reading
Cyber Security Seminar for Seniors
Gus had many different ideas about activities to organize. But, then inspiration struck as he helped his own mother deal with a question about cyber security. He wondered if others in her retirement community had similar questions. He contacted the community and got permission to hold a Q and A seminar for residents. The rest is history! Continue reading
Raffle to Raise Funds for Feminine Hygiene Products
Alex used his job at a local gas station near the high school he used to attend as a way to reach out into his community. He decided to set up a raffle: he asked participants to put in $2, and he would select someone to win $25. With the profits, he would purchase feminine hygiene products to donate back to the high school community. Continue reading
Spreading Holiday Cheer
When Covid struck, many students wondered how they would organize an activity with all the restrictions. Despite these challenges, Alison organized her family to help spread Holiday Cheer for those who lived in care facilities. With four kids doing online school from home, this was a project that they could all participate in and feel good about! Continue reading
Cards for the Holidays
Many of the Ethics students at Anoka Ramsey Community College work in care settings, just like Adaeze. When it came time to organize an activity, she didn’t let Covid slow her down. In fact, it gave her an extra reason to organize her co-workers and make holiday cards for their residents to express their care for them. Feel the love! Continue reading