If you could do one thing to help and support your community what would that great venture be!

SN Jeff Powell — Tue, 26 May 2015 09:41:25 -0400

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 26 at 2015 9:56 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 May 2015 09:56:18 -0400

I want to operate a patient-centered clinic for the impoverished. There just aren't any I approve of in my area. I don't know what this would take, or even if it's possible with the goals I have in mind. But I've seen quite a few clinics, and help run a couple of small ones myself (if the army counts).

Looks like schooling is cost-prohibitive, but that's what I would do. Not very grand in scope, I'll admit, but I'd be able to help people again.

edit: any -> any I approve of.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made May 26 at 2015 11:17 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 May 2015 11:17:58 -0400

Volunteer! Unfortunately there are not enough people willing to give back to their communities anymore. If you have children look at Scouting and if you don't look at a town committee group of some type! Please let me know how I can help!

Response by PO2 David L. Parker made May 26 at 2015 11:22 AM

PO2 David L. Parker — Tue, 26 May 2015 11:22:12 -0400

Very little is taught in high school about personal finance beyond the minimal basics. There is a lot to learn about budgeting, managing a checking account and learning about short term and long term savings. I have actually volunteered in other schools and through base family support centers to teach on personal finance. Now being in Tampa, Florida for 4 months I am looking to pick that up again to further educate our military and students locally.

Volunteering with where your heart is or something you are passionate for is a great way to give back to your community

Response by SGT Lawrence Corser made May 26 at 2015 12:43 PM

SGT Lawrence Corser — Tue, 26 May 2015 12:43:52 -0400

help end homelessness

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 26 at 2015 12:56 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 26 May 2015 12:56:37 -0400

Being in the national guard i have a better opportunity to do things like this than most of my active duty brethren. I see a lot of younger people 15+ that are already starting down the wrong road and trying meth and abusing alcohol. Id like to try and start an afterschool program or something of the sort to show these kids an alternative route in life