LAST LOOK
Giving Back
BY METROFAMILY’S EDITORIAL TEAM. PHOTOS PROVIDED.
The holiday season is the perfect time to teach kids about the value in giving back through time spent volunteering or sharing resources. Four local families share their favorite ways to make an impact on our community:
“We love the growth and happenings occurring in Oklahoma City! With all the developments, it is important that our family helps invigorate a sense of community. We do this through our advocacy efforts, activities that involve fitness and faith and supporting the sustainment of local cultural hubs such as East End.” Maurianna Adams PHOTO BY JALECCIA ATES
“One of our family values is to give back to our community, both financially and with our time. I have firsthand experience of how good social programs can help families in need and I’ve dedicated my life to ‘pass it on’ for the advancement of those in need. I’ve also instilled that same appreciation for giving back and taking care of community to my children, who are also active in their communities. One of the things I most enjoy is attending community events through my role at Sunbeam Family Services because it allows me to connect with various partners.” Dora Evans
“My girls and I attend Knit for Good, a weekly knitting circle, with several ladies in the community. We knit hats for the patients and families undergoing treatment at OU Children’s Hospital.” Julia Assef
“My kids have gained a greater understanding of the world around them and how they can use their time and talents to benefit others through
local volunteer opportunities. We enjoy making and providing dinner for youth experiencing homelessness through Sisu Youth Services. The intake team always thanks my kids heartily when we deliver meals, which affirms for them the value in helping others.” Erin Page
For more ideas to serve as a family in the metro, visit metrofamilymagazine.com/volunteer.
62 METROFAMILYMAGAZINE.COM / NOV-DEC 2022
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