Every holiday season, there are songs, shows, and questions about “what did you get from…” or “what are you getting for…” But what if you couldn’t afford to get gifts […]
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Spreading Holiday Cheer: Supporting a New Food Bank in Ottawa
When a new food bank opened in her city, Random Acts staff member Tracy Jackson knew she wanted to do something to help. The Community Table opened in a part […]
Kindness Kit for a New Mother
Sometimes grief causes people to not be able to move forward, while at other times it acts as a call to action. That’s exactly what it was for Daniel Rateng, […]
How Technology Helps a First-Generation Master’s Student in Rural Pakistan
In today’s tech-driven society, technology not only makes everyday tasks easier, but it is often also a necessity. Scheduling doctor appointments, applying for jobs, and doing school assignments are just […]
Helping for the Holidays in Guatemala
When studying Spanish in Guatemala, Madison Petro saw an opportunity for her Random Acts staff act to amplify the holiday impact of a Christmas event in a small Mayan community.
A Quiet Place
Everyone needs a quiet place sometimes, and a love of the outdoors is a sure remedy for the stress of daily life. For a group of exceptional young students in […]
