Give Back Without Spending A Dime - 5 everyday acts that can impact lives

Most of us think of giving in terms of huge acts of kindness that we set apart a day (like birthdays) for. There are tiny everyday acts that we can carry out, which could impact thousands of lives.

We, at Milaap did some thinking, and have put together 5 small things that you can do and create maximum impact to touch lives.

1. OLD CLOTHES

You have plenty that you have just stored, saying that you would give it away sometime. Well, that time is now!

If you want to know whom to give it to, you could consider Goonj. They collect about 3 millions items of clothing a year, to collect, sort, pack and distribute in remote areas of India.

2. BOOKS

If you keep thinking of getting rid of them, but you might not know where. Try Better World Books! They sell your used books through over fifty portals – both online and offline.

A portion of the proceeds go to you and the remaining to one of their literacy partners. Try it now!

3. FOOD

You probably know at least one kid who doesn’t get more than one meal a day.

Work with Akshaya Patra – a mid-day meal scheme that manages to feed over 1.3 million children in 9 states in India. They let you visit their kitchens just so that all your doubts about hygiene are answered.

4. GRANT A WISH

Most of us are fortunate enough to get our wishes fulfilled, think about children with life-threatening conditions who have a tiny wish that they nurture, not knowing if it will ever be realized.

Work with Make a Wish Foundation. All you need to do is put a little time and use your skills, and the next thing you know, you’ve brought unspeakable joy into a little child’s eyes.

5. SKILLS

Good at teaching? A whiz with computers? – All it takes is that you teach someone else who’s eager to learn, a bit of what you know. It could inspire them beyond belief.

Try Make a Difference. They say that it takes just 4 hours a week for a year to change lives. It doesn’t sound like they’re asking for the impossible. Does it?

India’s official Giving Festival, Joy of Giving Week (Oct 2nd – 8th) is here. Reach out and touch lives to make a difference. Be a part of the week-long occasion and share with us your kindness, care and compassion.

Let’s bring about a change. Together.