Doing Good Together™

🌟🎉 Last chance to join our Festival of Giving! Don’t miss out on these FREE events full of art, stories, and big-hearted action! Bring creativity and connection into your weekend. There’s still time to register for FREE and be part of the magic! https://lnkd.in/gjRndq8B

Feeling the pressure of perfect parenting? You're not alone! The Surgeon General’s recent spotlight on the intense pressures facing today’s parents is a must read. Our latest blog breaks down this vital message and offers supportive insights for easing the stress. Learn how to balance expectations with reality and build a nurturing environment for both you and your kids: https://lnkd.in/gReW-yHC

✨ Get ready to ignite creativity and kindness this weekend! Join us for our FREE Festival of Giving with two online events that promise to inspire families with art and stories. 🎨 Saturday: Dive into the world of art with talented authors and art educators Paula Liz, Khadesia Latimer, Abigail Birhanu, and Tamara Sladewill discuss their book, Anti-Racist Art Activities for Kids, and guide families through a meaningful art project directly from their pages. Saturday, October 19 12 Noon Central Time 📚 Sunday: Gather for a special story time with Laura Purdie Salas as she reads her book, We Belong, followed by a community-building activity. Sunday, October 20 2:30 PM Central Time Both events are FREE to attend! Save your seats now: https://lnkd.in/gjRndq8B

💛 Making a difference TOGETHER is fun, healthy, empowering, and directly improves the lives of others. DGT's exclusive Family membership is full of members-only tools, tips, and activities designed to help busy families live kind! Learn more and become a member today: https://lnkd.in/gDZuFBkH

⭐ Find family volunteer opportunities in your area! We connect families who want to volunteer with local nonprofits that need help. Find FREE monthly listings of creative family-friendly volunteer projects (on site and at home) in 10 major metro areas. We've done the research so you don't have to! October's listings are available now: https://lnkd.in/gznCHfCh

🧡 Few service projects do as much immediate good or offer such a meaningful, personal experience as volunteering to prepare and serve a meal to people in need. Here's how to volunteer to help cook and serve a meal at a shelter: https://lnkd.in/edjcdswQ

🎉Just over a week to go until TWO inspiring and FREE online events! Spark big-hearted action through creativity and storytelling at the Festival of Giving! Event 1: Anti-Racist Art Session for the Whole Family Saturday, October 19 12 Noon Central Time Dive into the world of art with our first session, where talented authors and art educators Paula Liz, Khadesia Latimer, Abigail Birhanu, and Tamara Slade will discuss their book, Anti-Racist Art Activities for Kids, and guide families through a meaningful art project directly from their pages. Event 2: Author Read Aloud and Belonging Activity Sunday, October 20 2:30 PM Central Time Experience the magic of the book We Belong as author Laura Purdie Salas leads an engaging read-aloud followed by an interactive activity designed to foster a sense of belonging and community. Both events are FREE to attend! Save your seats now: https://lnkd.in/gjRndq8B Special thanks to our Big-Hearted Sponsors, L'Oréal and Crown Bank, who made this event possible.

📢 Make a difference in your community by sharing your opinion with leaders with October's Project of the Month! Contacting your elected officials when you feel strongly about an issue can teach your children about being engaged citizens. - Gather addresses - Choose an issue - Discuss how your family will make a difference - Write your letter - Celebrate the result Full project instructions: https://lnkd.in/grZ5ApUv

💛 Embrace the spirit of this powerful quote by engaging in family volunteering! Doing Good Together™ provides an array of opportunities to make a meaningful impact right in your community. Whether it’s in New York City, the Twin Cities, Miami, or any of our other featured metro areas, there’s always a way to contribute. Gather your family and choose a project from our updated monthly listings: https://lnkd.in/gznCHfCh #FamilyVolunteering #MakeADifference #VolunteerTogether #DoGoodFeelGood

🧡🍬 Add heart to this spooky holiday. What child (or child at heart) doesn't love the imaginative aspects of Halloween, a celebration of candy and costumes? Of course, this holiday lends itself to some difficult conversations, when young children observe costumes, advertisements, and television previews that may be beyond their emotional readiness. Some are just downright yucky. These books will help your child navigate this tricky season. https://lnkd.in/gZKadXwE