A Day to Make a Difference!  

Some Americans spend one day each year helping others. This day is called the National Make a Difference Day. It is a special day. It happens in October. People work on projects on this day. They make their community a better place. Anyone can help. 

How do people help? Some groups clean up parks. Others walk dogs at shelters. Many people plant trees. Some people collect food for others. They want to make their community a better place!  

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People created the day to focus on volunteering. The first Make a Difference Day was in 1992. You help people when you volunteer. Schools plan special events on this day. Many people help their communities.  

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Here are some ways you can make a difference:  

• collect food and clothes for families in need  
• visit seniors to talk or play games 
• cook a meal for a neighbor   
• write thank you messages for helpers  

National Make a Difference Day is a special day. It is a reminder that we can help others every day!  

What Do You Think? What will you do on National Make a Difference Day? 

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