3 Good Deeds Day Events You Can Join on April 10

International Good Deeds Day’s 10th anniversary will be celebrated in over 70 countries on April 10, 2016 – from volunteering events to community projects and city fairs. All over the world, hundreds of thousands choose to volunteer and help others, putting into practice the simple idea that every single person can do something good, be it large or small, to improve the lives of others and positively change the world.

In honor of the occasion, several major events will be held worldwide – and everyone’s free to join. These three celebrations are the cream of the crop.

1. NEW YORK

WHERE: Herald Square, Broadway Boulevard between 34th and 35th Street
WHEN: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The idea that every person can do a good deed and create positive impact for others and the planet is at the heart of the New York City event. Throughout the day, there will be entertainment and family activities from over 20 organizations, including: Adrian Grenier’s Mobile Kitchen Classroom, the Scholastic reading circle, Jessica Seinfeld’s nonprofit GOOD+ Foundation sorting donations, writing letters to elderly people in senior care centers and sharing words of goodness on our giant Good Deeds Day board.
MORE INFO: Facebook event page and website

2. ROME

WHERE: Citywide
WHEN: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The city of Rome will offer Good Deeds Day activities and volunteering opportunities all over the city! Starting on April 8, 2016,  everyone is invited to collect toys and food for charity and reflect on the issues of cooperation in Africa. April 9 will focus on solidarity initiatives that encourage active citizenship – participants can organize their own activities or choose from one of the projects. The final part will take place on April 10 at the Circus Maximus solidarity village, which will welcome the arrival of all participants of the Rome Marathon.
MORE INFO: Facebook event page

3. SAO PAULO

WHERE: Ibirapuera Park
WHEN: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Good Deeds Day will officially begin on April 9 with volunteering projects all over São Paulo. Various projects to raise awareness in areas such as health and wellness, education, the importance of being green, fair trade and more will take place and all are welcome to join. On April 10 the positive, meaningful events will continue with entertainment, local NGOs, and activities at Ibirapuera Park.
MORE INFO: Facebook event page.