Drawing cards for senior citizens has been one of the most fulfilling experiences. The joy of putting a smile on someone's face is indescribable, especially when it comes to senior citizens who are often overlooked. I imagine, when a senior citizen pulls a card I drew with love, their face lights up with happiness. It is a reminder that small gestures can make a big difference. Knowing that an elderly person would feel happy and appreciated is a moment that will stay with me forever. It's a heartwarming experience that reminds me that a little bit of kindness can go a long way.
Gave 5.00 hours on 03/24/2023 with Portland State University
"The project is in collaboration with the Undocumented Migration Project (UMP), a non-profit research-art-education-media collective, directed by renowned anthropologist and award-winning author of The Land of Open Graves Jason De León. The installation is made up of ~3200 handwritten toe tags representing persons who have died in the Sonoran desert of Arizona, largely from dehydration and hyperthermia, trying to cross the US-Mexico border."
The tags are placed on a wall map in the exact location where the remains were found. I felt great to be part of something powerful. I went to the event for my service hours but when I left, it was more than about the hours. It was about the people. It's so sad, so many lives were lost. There are remains that are still unnamed.
Gave 2.50 hours on 04/14/2022
It was an amazing experience. The group was great, and everyone had a great time. It felt nice to clean up books for the children. I believe that books have the power to change lives. And these books will bring a lot of opportunities for the kids. The organization was helping so many children and I got to be part of that experience. Towards the end of the project, the organizer showed us handwritten notes by the kids and it was so sweet. The kids love the books. This was great!!
Gave 2.00 hours on 02/11/2022
