What gives?

Small ways that you can make a big difference for nonprofits

Hit the pavement … … to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Run in the third annual Friar Frenzy 5k and fun run at Bishop Lynch High School on March 21. Registration is at 8 a.m. The one-mile fun run starts at 9 a.m. and the 5k starts at 9:30 a.m. The race is at Bishop Lynch High School at 9750 Ferguson. Pick up a race packet at Run On at 5400 E. Mockingbird March 3-19, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Pull on your gardening gloves … … volunteer at the Dallas Arboretum. What’s a better way to enjoy the spring than with the tulips? If you have a green thumb, become a garden and greenhouse worker to help plant, trim, weed and many other tasks. If you don’t have a green thumb, don’t worry; there’s opportunities for everyone. Volunteer in the gift shop, office or visitor services. For more, visit dallasarboretum.org or contact Sue McCombs at 214.515.6561 or smccombs@ dallasarboretum.org.

Put

Your High School Diploma To The Test

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… and offer GED tutoring for clients of Alley’s House. Give a teen mom a couple of hours a day, once or twice a week, and help her achieve a life goal. For females 21 and above, year-long mentor opportunities are also available. Alley’s House also needs child-care providers and someone to help organize donated goods. You can also organize a diaper drive or donate baby items such as strollers, car seats, or baby food and toddler snacks. Go to alleyshouse.org to download an application. Email program.director@alleyshouse.org for more.

KNOW OF WAYS that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.