Project Topic: veterans

Donation Drive for Veterans

Stephen initially thought he could organize a park clean up or do a fundraiser to engage his community. But, with Covid restrictions, these seemed like risky activities. With a former career in the armed forces, he was linked to the veteran community. When he got an email from Disabled American Veterans (DAV) asking for help with a donation drive, Stephen decided this was an activity he could help organize. He writes, “Finding communities in need is never a problem when we slow down long enough to look past ourselves and own needs.” Continue reading →

Organizing a Donation Drive for Veterans

“Although I volunteer quite frequently it was new to me to actually organize the whole activity and execute every piece of the puzzle. It really warmed my heart to see our (meaning the staff, students, and faculties) donations go to a place that was in dire need of these things.” Kylie wanted to do more than collect items for veterans by herself. See how she organized students, faculty, and staff at the elementary school where she worked to make her donation drive a success. Continue reading →

Improving a Veteran Homeless Shelter

This group decided to help bring a homeless shelter back up to date. Amanda, Ogoma, and Hanna joined over 300 volunteers and participated in painting and cleaning throughout the shelter. What Amanda was amazed about were that “each of those volunteers were just one volunteer, but they all added up to an achievable result in… Continue reading →

Gifts for G.I.’s

For William’s Organize An Activity, he wanted to find a way to give support and show his appreciation to the American troops who have been deployed overseas. As a veteran himself, he understood how important this could be for our troops. He contacted other schools and asked them to help him write letters and collect… Continue reading →

Wings for Vets

For Amber’s Organized Activity, she decided to host a dinner and donate the proceeds to help those who have served or are currently serving in the Military. After doing some research, she found out that the restaurant Buffalo Wild Wings will donate 10% of anyone’s bill to the cause of their choice. “Confucius taught that people should focus more on others and less on themselves. By doing this activity I’m giving to others and essentially helping them keep their medical care.” Continue reading →

Band of Brothers Outdoors

This is Marco standing with some other members of the military during his time in Afghanistan

“We care about our veterans and want to make sure that they are taken care of … we figure there is no better way of doing that than gaining some of that comradery back around a campfire after a hunt or in a boat out on a lake.”– Marco Continue reading →