All children need the chance to make a difference in their families, at schools and in their communities. Knowing how to make a difference comes from having models of caring behavior, awareness of the needs of others, a sense of personal responsibility to contribute to the larger society, and opportunities for volunteering, leadership and service.

Providing young people with opportunities to make a difference through service instills not only a sense of responsibility but of possibility. Young people want to be involved in making the world a better place; however, far too many lack meaningful opportunities to contribute.

Organizations

Below is a sample of organizations that provide care to youth, for a comprehensive list, please visit Resources Online for Youth at: www.roymccoy.org

• Youth as Resources of Marion County
• United Way of Central Indiana
• Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis
• Youth Philanthropy Initiative of Indiana

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