KIDS GIVING BACK

As parents, we all want our children to grow up to be kind, compassionate, and empathetic individuals who make a positive impact on the world. One way to instil these values in our kids is by encouraging them to give back to their community through charity work, and this is

where Kids Giving Back

steps in.

Kids Giving Back is a charity that provides hands-on, age-appropriate, and meaningful opportunities for kids aged 5-18 years and their families, school, community groups and corporates to make a difference. With a triple impact approach, Kids Giving Back benefits children, vulnerable people, and the community by developing social cohesion that is vital for building strong and resilient communities.

Earlier this year we hit the 40,000 participant mark, and in the 10 years since inception we have never seen so much demand for food. People are really struggling at the moment with the unaffordable rising cost of basic essentials like food and shelter. The demand for meals, breakfast boxes, and care packs assembled by kids volunteering with us is through the roof.

Through providing meals and other essential items to those in need and helping to address the growing issue of food insecurity and poverty, our programs provide a safe and supportive environment for youth to volunteer and make a significant community impact.

So, how can kids, families, and corporates help? They can book in to participate in the school holiday programs, a Sunday community program, or a private or corporate program where they will be making many meals, breakfast boxes and other essential item packs for those in need.

For teens aged 14 to 18, Kids Giving Back's Youth Changemakers (YCM) program helps teens to help others. Making it super simple to sign up, the program offers a range of volunteering opportunities through the Kids Giving Back YCM App. Not only does this provide an excellent opportunity for young people to give back, but it also offers positive mental health benefits.

The well-known benefits of volunteering are especially true for youth volunteering, with its potential to instil a lifelong sense of empathy and social responsibility. Studies have shown that youth volunteering can increase self-esteem, reduce stress, and even decrease symptoms of depression. It can also promote a sense of purpose and belonging that is particularly important for children and teenagers who may be struggling to find their place in the world.

“I felt really good after realising how many people I helped” Martin - 11 yrs

With the rising demand for food and other essentials, there has never been a more critical time to get involved. Whether you're a family, school or community group, or a corporate looking for team-building opportunities, there are many ways to participate and make a difference. Let's work together to create the next generation of generosity https://kidsgivingback.org/

KIDS GIVING BACK

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