Volunteer To Your Favorite Summer Song
Can you hear that? It's the humming, thumping beat of our favorite summer classics that keep our heads boppin' and feet tappin'! Take that groovy inspiration and do some GOOD this summer while dancin' to these top 10 hits!
1. "Wouldn't It Be Nice" The Beach Boys, 1966
Wouldn't it be nice if we were older? Brighten the day of a resident at a local nursing home or health center with nut-free cookies (to be safe!), hand-made cards, songs and smiles!
2. "Heat Wave" Martha and the Vandellas, 1963
Get in from the heat and find new ways to volunteer like ushering at a local theatre, touring at a museum, packing boxes at a foodbank, sorting books at the library, manning reception at the hospital - the ideas are endless!
3. "Car Wash" Rose Royce, 1976
Raise money for a local cause of your choosing by grabbing some pals, soap and water and gettin' your car wash on! Are you a friend to furry animals? Organize a pet wash instead and get neighbors to spread the word.
4. "Walkin' on Sunshine" Katrina and the Waves', 1983
Get up, get out and get walkin'! Gather a group of friends and run a 5k or take part in a walkathon, jogathon, simwathon, or danceathon for a good cause! Stay active and make a difference!
5. "School's Out for Summer" Alice Cooper, 1972
Kids can make a difference too, and what better time than when homework and book reports are far-off memories! Whether it's collecting canned goods at the monthly pool party or donating lemonade stand proceeds to a local cause, there are lots of ways for kids to do GOOD! Check out more kid-friendly service ideas over on RoomMomSpot.
6. "We are Family" Sister Sledge, 1979
Planning a stay-cation with the family this summer? Designate one day for family service with these fun ideas that get everyone involved and teach kids the importance of giving back - get kids involved in doing good!
7. "Wipeout" The Surfaris, 1963
Wipeout dull fundraisers with creative and FUN fundraisers that grow your community and make money for your group, organization, or cause. Check out 7 FUNdraising ideas!
8. "Monday Monday" The Mamas and the Papas, 1966
Sometimes it's hard to get into the groove of summer with the same ol' day in and day out. Make someone's Monday with Random Acts of Kindness that will bring a smile to not only their face, but pep up your day as well!
9. "Summertime" Billy Stewart, 1966
Soak up the sun and have some real summer fun by volunteering at a nearby summer camp! Many times, camps take volunteers for everything from hobarding, to advising craft time, playing music, lifeguarding, and leading hikes.
10. "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay" Otis Redding, 1967
Ok so you may not want to do this on the dock of the bay (saltwater in your keyboard!), but you can still make a difference even when sitting in the comforts of your own home - check out "micro-volunteering" sites like Sparked.com and KoodoNation.com.
