Whether you call it volunteering, neighboring or helping others, many acts of kindness happen when people like you, your co-workers, friends or family just do something on their own to brighten someone’s day. Pledge to make this a summer of caring to improve lives in Yellowstone County. 

Here are some ideas to help you get started. 

Write a Note

·         Write and mail notes just to say “Hello, I am thinking of you.”

Positivity Campaign

·         Make notes of encouragement and leave them under windshield wipers on cars.

·         Put sticky notes with uplifting messages on bathroom mirrors.

·         Send a positive text message to five (5) people right now.

·         Leave a positive note and/or surprise treat on a co-workers desk.

Kindness Rocks

·         Paint small rocks with smiley faces or short messages of encouragement and leave them for people to find  and pick up.

Start the Ripple

·         Design and print business card-size notes to acknowledge good deeds or offer an encouraging word.  Hand them out with a message to pass it on.   

·         Flood social media with positive and encouraging messages.

Inclusion Matters
There is more awareness of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) in our conversations today.Watch this video and reflect on what you can do to promote inclusiveness in your workplace and your life. 

 
Litter Walk

Go for a walk, take a bag and pick up litter along the way.

Make a Treat
Make a batch of cookies to share with someone.

Lend a Hand
Help someone with their groceries, hold a door for a stranger or lend a hand to a neighbor.

Share Your Garden
Share your extra garden produce with others.

See below for different volunteer opportunities.