Building Joy With Toys
After 364 days of work, a special group of “elves” celebrated with a holiday toy giveaway in The Villages, Fla. Come along to see the Christmas spirit brought to life through the eyes of deserving kids.
All Volunteering Stories
“Paw”mp and Circumstance
It’s graduation day for everyone’s favorite office dog. Shiloh graduates from puppy training to the world of changing people’s lives. See how some furry friends can mean the world to some special families.
The Constant Gardener
A retired businessman has discovered that the joy of volunteering combined with the joy of gardening equals the fountain of youth.
Ora Rakestraw
For nearly 30 years, Ora Rakestraw has been bringing books alive for schoolchildren.
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Marge Carter
93-year-old Marge Carter is still delivering meals to homebound seniors.
Ted Horn
The philanthropist known as “Secret Santa” was inspired to spread holiday cheer because of the kindness of a diner owner.
Chris Klose
Many from the first wave of Peace Corps volunteers in the 1960s are getting a second chance to make a difference thanks to Chris Klose, who helped found Peace Corps Encore.
Olive Watson
95-year-old Olive Watson walks two miles a day, volunteers to feed the homeless and is more active now than most people ever are.
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Michelle Hynes
What if your life experiences could better the life of a child? In 20 cities across the country, more than 2,000 mentors are doing exactly that.