Now more than ever, it can be so easy to feel lonely. I had no idea what to do with my time at the beginning of quarantine. There was only so much I could do revolving around myself before I wanted to look forward to something else. For me, a great way to combine self-care and giving back is to volunteer for non-profits. Physically being together isn’t always possible right now, but these websites allow you to give what you can, when you can, all from the comfort of your home!
- Glamour Gals #MyDearFriend Campaign
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I found this organization through Instagram. Each season, the GlamourGal Foundation asks people around the country to mail hand-made cards to a senior center within their network. It’s a great way to make art if you don’t always have time, and perfect if you’re looking for something to do with your loved ones.
- Color A Smile
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Adult coloring pages can be super relaxing, but if you’re like me, your coloring books are sitting unused. With Color A Smile, you can print out a few pages and send them to kids in need. You get to color without all of the clutter!
- Doing Good Together
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This website has lots of fun projects to do with everyone in your life. Whether that be with a younger cousin, a grandparent, or your friends, there’s a resource for every occasion. I plan on using this for future Zoom parties, and hopefully this inspires you to do something different, too.
- Love for Our Elders
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I’ve been taking care of my grandmother a lot over the past year, and it made me realize just how important it is for her to feel loved during this time. Love for Our Elders lets you write a letter to an isolated senior or send them a video message of support. You could also use this as an opportunity to reconnect with the elders in your life!
- Take a Survey, Donate a Meal
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This last one is quick and easy. It’s exactly as the title says: take a 3-minute survey that educates you about food insecurity, and by the end of it, a meal will be donated on your behalf. Perfect for someone to do in-between classes and work.
And that’s the end of my list! I hope you find some of these websites useful, or at the very least, are motivated to spend some quality time with those you’re closest with. ♥