If we learned ANYTHING in 2020, we learned to make connections and foster engagement any we could. And technology make that happen this year. Since the explosion of technology, we are more connected than ever before to opportunities that allow us to leave our mark and make a difference in the world.
However, with all the information out there, it may be overwhelming and hard to know where to begin. Great news! The ability to be a world changer is right at your fingertips. Whether you are looking for ways to volunteer, donate to a good cause or simply find a rally to attend, there is a website to help get you started. Here are 5 great websites that will help you start making an impact in the world today.
1. The Greater Good: When you visit greatergood.com, you become part of an online community that focuses on helping people, pets and the planet – the perfect trifecta if you want to start making a bigger impact. There are a number of cause sites associated with the greater good – from animal rescue to feeding the hungry to protecting the rainforests, you can take action by viewing sponsored ads, shopping their store, or even making a direct donation. This is a great way to raise money or contribute to a cause that is near and dear to your heart, all the while knowing you’re making a difference for the greater good.
2. Care 2: If you want the ability to rally people together and start a movement that will create real change, give care2.com a try. You can start a petition yourself or support others in an effort to fight for a common cause. It takes only minutes to start building your own campaign for human rights, the environment, animal rights, gender equality, health, racial justice and more. You’re able to see current petitions that are trending as well as success stories that have made an impact on the world already. If you’re completely new to the petition world, there is a help section to get you started. Within seconds, you can start creating lasting change that will have a positive impact on the world around you.
3. Sevenly: If you want to make a difference in the world but you also like to shop, you’re going to love sevenly.org. Sevenly began with the intention to lead a movement of generosity, spreading their core belief that all people matter through advocacy apparel and accessories. These items not only serve as part of a wardrobe but also create awareness and conversation for important causes such as bullying, women’s rights, autism, suicide prevention and so much more. Sevenly pledges $7 to selected non-profits with every purchase during their signature 7-day campaigns. You can add some cute apparel to your closet while providing valuable awareness and funding to those causes that are important to you.
4. Volunteer Match: If you’re looking to find volunteer opportunities in your local area or even virtually, volunteermatch.org has got you covered. Volunteer match helps to connect people with the organizations and non-profits that are in need of help. This is a quick and easy way to get you involved with a cause that you care about and it’s super simple to sign up. You can start your search locally, but you can also take advantage of the numerous virtual opportunities as well. Volunteering is a great way to connect with like-minded people who want to change the world, one person at a time. Especially while living in the age of Covid-19, there are very specific ways to get involved to help move our country forward to beating this pandemic. Click HERE to learn more.
5. Doing Good Together: The main focus of doinggoodtogether.org is to create kinder, more empathetic children and to provide families and organizations with the tools and resources they need to make giving back a normal way of life. You’ll learn how you can volunteer as a family to support a cause you care about, how to start a conversation that matters, and how to bring more mindfulness and gratitude into your daily life. You’ll find support and tips on how to parent with purpose while teaching your children to be more compassionate, giving and engaged in the world around them. This is a great site if you want to build a strong family foundation rooted in kindness and empathy.
These are just a few websites that will get you started on the road to making a bigger impact in your community and the world. No matter how much time you have or how big or small you want to go, there are so many opportunities to make a difference.