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Local Chefs Pay It Forward To Help Struggling Families

Sep 23, 2020

Heard of “pay it forward”? You should — they filmed a movie about it here.

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Volunteer Earl Banks guides a load of food to a waiting van at a Denver branch of the Volunteers of America.

Coronavirus Drives Away Volunteers Just As They're Needed Most

Apr 03, 2020

Many food banks and homeless shelters depend on volunteers. But fewer are showing up at a time when the need for these services is skyrocketing.

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When teens step out of their comfort zone to help people they don't know, they feel confident.

Helping Strangers May Help Teens' Self-Esteem

Jan 13, 2018

Adolescents are under more pressure than ever, and many suffer from depression and anxiety. But new research suggests that volunteering to help strangers makes them feel better about themselves.

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Goats and Soda

Volunteering Abroad? Read This Before You Post That Selfie

Nov 26, 2017

You may think it's a noble idea to photograph yourself helping poor children in a faraway country. A new campaign has a different perspective.

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Holiday guide: Kickstart my heart

Oct 23, 2015

The passion and purpose of Southern Nevada volunteers.

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New Strategies

Jan 09, 2006

Christine Hernandez, Community Outreach Coordinator, Las Vegas Rape Crisis Center Elizabeth Tamburri, Executive Director, Las Vegas Rape Crisis Center