Some of us at Student Advantage did some volunteering with United Way last week. We headed over not knowing what our task would be, but excited to find out! When we arrived we were told there were two projects that they needed help with and both involved books.

The first job was to sort through books that had been donated and put them into piles of like books. This would help United Way to find out where they would best be used. These books are brought to different locations around Boston, including local shelters.

The second task was for Thrive in 5 and allowed us to get the creative juices flowing. Thrive in 5 provides a citywide vision and 10-year plan for Boston to ensure that every child enters Kindergarten ready to succeed in school and in life. We were helping out with the birthday program that sends the involved children a book and card on their birthday. We wrapped up the books and decorated the wrapping paper with stickers, stamps and drawings. We also made cards and put them together in an envelope with other fun treats like bookmarks.

We had a great day and really enjoyed the projects. Looking forward to going back soon!

What local organizations do you like the volunteer for?