I’ve always enjoyed volunteering and giving back to those less fortunate than I am. Into the Streets seemed like the perfect way for me to do that here in Ithaca. Going into the event, I had no idea what to expect. I figured we would end up playing with kids at the YMCA facility. To my surprise, we arrived at what looked like a hiking site or campground of sorts. It was so interesting to learn about all the different outdoor education programs they provide to the Ithaca community! Spending the day in the woods helping to clean up broken glass so kids don’t fall and get hurt was a lot more rewarding that it might sound. This event has inspired me to want to volunteer and give back more. I think I might try and volunteer at the YMCA regularly!
Rose Scholars Fall 2017
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I definitely agree with your point that volunteering and doing simple, seemingly monotonous chores can be surprisingly rewarding. I definitely want to volunteer for the Santa Run or one of the movie nights they mentioned too!
I will probably try Into the Streets next semester. Spending the day outside sounds like a lot of fun, even while picking up glass.
That is great that you were able to spend the day in the community and learn about a local organization. Through ITS I volunteered with Ithaca Reuse where my group organized donation. This also made for a rewarding Saturday!
I think it is really cool that the FRH team was able go do this for YMCA. I participated in Into the Streets with another organization and it was mostly indoor clean up, but outdoor clean up is something I feel as though many of us don’t think about or feel as though it is our responsibility to take care of. It is definitely super rewarding, I agree. The most tedious or small change can make a great difference in our community and that is why Into the Streets is great.