During the start of each year many of us are on personal quests to make newly adopted New Year’s resolutions as permanent routines in our lives. If one of your resolutions this year is get involved in your community then we have some simple ways for you to start on your journey to make a difference today.
1. Research volunteering opportunities
There are many organizations in the City of Elk Grove that need your help. Many community organizations are looking for help throughout the year and not just during the busy holiday season. You can also search volunteering opportunities on the Internet for regional and national organizations.
Click to view: Local Volunteer Opportunities
2. Step out of your comfort zone
This is the perfect time of year to start being more active and engage with others in the community. Here are a few easy ways to step out of your comfort zone:
- Join a local gym
- Take walks in your neighborhood or take advantage of the network of local trails and bike paths Click to View: Local trails and bike paths
- Utilize the over 90 parks in Elk Grove
- Get connected with a local church
3. Attend a local event or community function
Elk Grove has some great local events such as the annual Western Festival and Strauss Festival are great events to share with the whole family.
4. Attend a city council or school board meeting
Your opinion matters in our community. These meeting are available so you can participate and help shape the City of Elk Grove and support the education of our Elk Grove youth.
5. Communicate to your local elected officials
Provide feedback and encourage them to make good decisions for the community.
6. Help keep the community safe and clean
When walking through your neighborhood take a garbage bag and help keep our neighborhoods clean. Help keep our neighborhoods safe by joining or starting a neighborhood watch program.
7. Find positive aspects of your community to share with others
Connect with others in the community with online social media. Read local newspapers and blogs to stay informed.
8. Encourage your employer to sponsor and support local events
Ask your employer to support local events or charitable organizations. Our local organizations are always looking for donations and volunteer.
9. Give back to the community
There are many organizations in our community that can use your financial support or donation of food and clothing items. Even helping an elderly neighbor by taking them dinner is a great way to give back.
10. Shop Local (Think SHOP Live | Elk Grove)
One of the easiest ways to support our community is to be mindful of shopping and dining locally in Elk Grove. Our local businesses need your support more than ever and every dollar you spend in Elk Grove helps to create and keep jobs in our community.
