Why should I?

"Everyone has the power of greatness. Not for fame, but greatness. Because greatness is determined by service" Martin Luther King Jr.

Why should you take time out of your day, money out of your pocket, or sweat off your brow? Because you can impact the lives of others. You have the opportunity to become a valued member of your community. You will feel a sense of accomplishment when you see that your actions can be used to solve problems. Your actions for others can make you a happier person. Your service for your community is valuable experience that will serve you later in life. It will also help you build solid relationships.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead

Ordinary people can do extraordinary things. You can fill a need in your community, in your neighbors, or in your own loved ones. Your kindness can make someone smile. If you are passionate about making a change, others will be inspired. Maybe you will touch the lives of a handful of people who will want to help you and support your solution. Their passion will also inspire others until you have an entire community of people on your side working towards a common goal. Things can't change overnight, but the change can start with one person and one idea.

"Humanity's worst problems are solvable. Most solutions are simple. Existing scientific knowledge is sufficient." Roger Payne, Greenpeace Activist

Everything in nature is connected. Everything we do has consequences. Changing the way we live requires that we first understand what the problems are, their causes, and how to solve them. You can have an impact on the world by improving the environment, providing social services, building community, and fostering education. Start by opening your eyes to the challenges that you and the people around you face each day. Read about the problems, talk to people about the problems, and study the problem until you understand it's causes and effects. Then form a plan of action.