20 Ways to Help

During COVID-19

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 MEDICAL AID

Donate Blood www.redcrossblood.org

01 The American Red Cross is facing a
severe blood shortage and healthy
ACT
individuals are needed to donate now.
Visit to review safety protocols and make an
appointment. You can also call
1-800-RED-CROSS for assistance.

Sewing Masters bit.ly/sewingmasters

02 Joann’s launched a national “Make To
Give” campaign to help support medical
ACT Watch the video or picture tutorial on
“How to Make a Face Mask”
personnel and the PPE shortage.

Flatten the Curve bit.ly/KeepingHandsClean

03 #StayHome and practice social distancing.
Don’t buy up unnecessary medical supplies
ACT Learn when and how often you should
wash your hands from the CDC website.
(gloves, masks) and consider donating what
you don’t need.
 VOLUNTEER / SUPPORT
Deliver Meals Local Food Banks
bit.ly/MOWAmerica bit.ly/HungerinUSA
Meals on Wheels is looking for You can donate items or time if
healthy volunteers and you are healthy. Financial
donations. donations are needed as well at
Feeding America.
Local Homeless Shelters
Donate Hygiene Kits
Contact your local homeless
shelter to see what items they
need or put together hygiene kits,
sandwiches, socks to hand out on
your own.
Volunteer Online
bit.ly/VirtVolunteer
Visit the link above to learn
about 7 ways you can volunteer
from home in the time of
COVID-19.
 VOLUNTEER/SUPPORT
Local Animal Shelters
bit.ly/HUofUSA
Volunteer to help walk or feed
animals. Visit the Humane Society
for link above to find your local
shelter.
The Art Community
bit.ly/Americans4Arts
Donate to your local gallery or
museum. Purchase pieces from
artists. Donate to national
program and relief funds.
STAY CONNECTED
Loneliness in Nursing Homes
Send cards / activity books
Letters, cards, activity and adult
coloring books help combat
loneliness and boredom.
Support SMBs
Take Out or Gift Cards
Order take out from local
restaurants. Purchase items from
small shops locally or online. Buy
gift cards for future use.

Run Errands for Neighbors
Grocery shopping or
prescription pick up/drop off.
Feed, walk, or play with pets
(They’re bored, too!)
STAY CONNECTED
Offer Online Services
Tutor students that are having to
learn from home. Live stream an
exercise class. Host a game night.
Offer resume review and
interview prep for those
impacted by COVID-19.
Say ‘Thank You’ or ‘Hi’
Send a note via snail mail or an
e-card. Connect virtually or from
a safe distance. Send a video
message directly to a loved one
or share on social media.
Virtual Group Parties
Workout together. Meditation
Session. Dance party. There are
lots of free apps for group video
sessions - WhatsApp, Skype,
Zoom, Google Hangouts,
Facetime, Snapchat etc.

Green Thumbs Unite!
Planting a garden is therapeutic
and an excellent social
distancing activity. Share seeds
and produce with neighbors.
STAY CONNECTED
Tech Savvy Services
Offer tech support to those who
have questions and need extra
help staying connected.
Connect with Nature
Pick up trash at your local park or
during your walk. Plant flowers to
brighten your neighborhood.
Leave sidewalk chalk words of
encouragement and artwork for
others to enjoy.
Share Responsibly
Know who to trust and where to
get your information from. Avoid
repeating/reposting
misinformation. Focus on facts
over fear.

Practice Self-Love
Help yourself and others
practice patience, kindness, and
understanding. Provide a safe
space for friends and family.
Own your attitude and response
to situations.
STAY CONNECTED
Offer Childcare
Working from home while
caring/homeschooling children
can take a toll. Offer childcare
for essential works or parents
who simply might need a break.
Share Streaming Logins
Consider sharing streaming logins
for friends/family who may not
have their own subscriptions.
Watch together with options like
Netflix Party
www.netflixparty.com
Start a Book Club
Utilize the Libby App if you have
a library card to borrow e-books
for free.
www.libbyapp.com
Create or utilize a free little
library in your neighborhood.
 Thank you
Please follow the regulations of your local government office and continue to follow the guidelines provided from the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization.

A small gesture can make all the difference to those around you!