Posts Tagged ‘July Fourth’

Celebrate Independence Day by serving others!

Wednesday, July 4th, 2012

Barbecues, family time, and soaking up the sun tend to go hand-in-hand with the fourth of July; however, why not do all of those activities in addition to serving others? That’s right, fourth of July is a perfect time to get out and serve others, as there are a plethora of volunteer opportunities set aside for this day.  Here are four ways you can have fun this fourth of July while also spending your time helping others.

  1. Volunteer for a Bicycle race!This is a great opportunity to volunteer while watching bicycle racing up close without leaving town. Often, cycling races involve a variety of for your entire family, Enjoy a few hours or an entire day of bicycle racing with plenty of time to prepare for the evening’s fireworks and other festivities.
  2. Volunteers are needed for all of those July 4th Parades! Parades and the fourth of July are synonymous with each other along with all of the hard work that goes into making a parade successful. Additionally, volunteers are also quite important for parade activities and logistics. Parade volunteer activities range anywhere from sandwich makers needed to serve parade participants to the banner carriers needed during the parade to volunteers needed to help clean up at the conclusion of the parade. Parade volunteer activities are endless and open for all ages, allowing for you and your family to participate.
  3. Road Race volunteers are extremely important to fourth of July races! Volunteers are needed to help keep the road free from any debris, pass out water, announce times to runners, and so on.
  4. Celebrate your service to others! That’s right dedicated volunteers, veterans, and active duty soldiers, this also your day to celebrate your year-long service to others! Many cities are hosting free concerts and events to celebrate the service of others and express sincere appreciation for their work. So, gather your family, get out, and enjoy yourself!

Today, we hope you’re able to take time to celebrate all of the things that make this country great, and that when you do it, you take a moment to think of everyone that’s working to make America an even better place to call home. Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

This July 4th Keep the Spirit of America Alive

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012

Patriotic spirit is in the air! We are only a day away from fireworks, barbeque, and everything American! Not only is the Fourth of July a great day to relax, spend time with family, and celebrate being an American, but it is also a great time to give back to your country through the act of service.

It is easy to forget that we are all united citizens of this country, meaning that we are all intertwined and have a responsibility to help one another. We also have a responsibility to protect our lands from pollution, toxins, etc. Take a few minutes from your celebrations to remember these values and give back to your community tomorrow!

Below are just a few ways that you can celebrate America in your community!

  1. Make cookies for the firefighters, police men and women, or EMTs. Unlike many of us who get to relax today, July 4th is one of their busiest days of the year!
  2. Thank your favorite teacher for teaching you everything you need to know to be a responsible and successful American.
  3. Feed the hungry! Spend your morning serving at a local soup kitchen or donate food items to a food bank.
  4. Send a military man or woman a care package and thank you letter. It is important to thank our service men for protecting our freedom.
  5. Hold a picnic for the veterans in your community to thank them for their service to our country.
  6. Learn the history of your town by visiting your library. You will be a better-rounded citizen, if you make a conscious effort to learn your city’s history.
  7. Clean up a river or park in your neighborhood. Celebrate living in a beautiful setting by keeping it clean.
  8. Choose greener alternatives such as green cleaning products, recycled plastics, etc. Love your earth and it will love you back.
  9. Fly a recycled American flag, instead of buying a new one. RecycledUSFlags.com is a great resource to find one!
  10. Share your leftover food with someone in need. We all know that family cook outs mean a ton of food, take your leftovers to a neighbor in need. You could even invite them to the cook out!
  11. Invite a needy family to a day of all-American fun complete with a game of corn hole or horse shoes.

July 4th is a great day to unite your community. By participating in good works, you will exemplify what it means to be a good citizen and a great American. Keep America beautiful and the spirit of American patriotism alive today and year round!

How are you celebrating the Fourth of July? We would love to hear your plans in the comments section below!