Inspiring Women SUMMER 2020

8. Suggest that people in your community put stuffed bears in their windows, so kids can walk
or drive around the neighborhood and "go on a bear hunt."
9. If you know someone who is looking for work, share an article from the Krazy Coupon Lady
on companies that are hiring.
Mutual aid organizations have popped up all over to help people at higher risk of COVID-19 and
workers who have been laid off due to the pandemic. Find or register such groups through
AARP’s Community Connections searchable directory. Or do a search for “mutual aid” in your
city or county.
If you are stuck at home with extra time on your hands, it’s an excellent time for some virtual
volunteering. Consider these ideas:
Book Share Scan or edit scanned books
for people with reading disabilities.
Translators Without Borders If you are
fluent in at least one language other
than your native tongue, volunteer to
translate texts into different languages
for NGOs and nonprofits.
Amnesty International If you are
interested in global human rights, you
can use your computer or phone to
review pictures, information and
documents for human rights violations.
More Love Letters Write letters to pre-selected people in need.
Zooniverse People of all ages and backgrounds can participate in real scientific research through
over 50 online activities.
Carry the Future Make blankets, hats, sweaters or dolls for
refugee children through the Me2You program.
You can find other ideas for virtual volunteering in this
article and on the Points of Light website.
And remember we are all feeling a great deal of stress
right now. Don’t underestimate the value of small
random acts of kindness. Find inspiration here.
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