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photo curtesy: Points of Light
photo curtesy: Points of Light

This Saturday is Make a Difference Day, who knew? Yes, I know its time for Halloween festivals and parties but wouldn’t it feel great to join in and lend a hand with your kids doing something that you care about?

Make a Difference Day  is the largest national day of community service where millions of volunteers, from around the world, come together with the common goal of improving the lives of others.  It is a day where neighbors help neighbors and people come together for projects that range from helping an individual, a community, a non-profit or even an entire state.

Over twenty years ago USA Weekend and Points of Light joined forces to create a day to show that anyone, regardless of age, location or resources can accomplish incredible things when they come together with a single purpose to improve the lives of others. If your not sure how to get started or need some ideas, just click here and take a look.

So, in addition to the pumpkin festivals, Halloween parties and fall football, think about getting together with your children, family, neighbors or community to Make a Difference. You will be so glad you did!

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Make a Difference Day is Saturday

This Saturday, October 27th is Make a Difference Day, yes, THIS saturday. I know the list of activities you probably have is a long one between fall sports, birthday parties, Halloween activities and the list goes on.  However, heavy your load may seem, chances are someone else’s load is heavier.

What exactly is Make a Difference Day? Well, it’s actually the largest national day of helping others in our country.

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The day started 21 years ago by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 800 carrier newspapers. Make A Difference Day has become an annual event and takes place on the 4th Saturday in October each year.

Take a look at their web-site to share what you are doing or to get inspired by other great ideas. Oh, did I mention that you can win $10,000 for your charity? So, whatever you decide, I know you will lighten the load for someone. What way are you going to Make a Difference?

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