B.A.A.

1. Share images and videos of encouragement for our #finishSTRONG participants on social media using the hashtags #finishSTRONGChallenge and #BAAGivesBack. Get creative, make signs, and have fun!
2. Challenge yourself to complete sets of Acts of Kindness that match up with our #finishSTRONG Challenge Distances!
   • 3 in a day/week/month
   • 6 in a day/week/month
   • 13 in a day/week/month
3. Track your volunteer activity on B.A.A. #finishSTRONG Volunteer Challenge Calendars by printing them out, and share your progress on social media
   • Click here to view and download calendars
     • October Calendar
     • November Calendar
     • December Calendar
   • By sharing your #finishSTRONG Volunteer Challenge Calendar and volunteer stories with us at volunteer@baa.org or on social media by using the hashtags #BAAGivesBack and #finishSTRONGChallenge, you'll be entered to win a B.A.A. prize! Don’t forget to tag @BAA on Twitter and Facebook and @TeamBAA on Instagram.

The Dimock Center

1. Help bring joy to kids and families this holiday season by participating in the Dimock Center's Holiday Gift Drive
   • You can support patients and families this holiday season by contributing $25 gift cards to Stop & Shop, Star Market, Old Navy, Target, TJ Maxx, or Marshalls. Winter coats for adults and children of all sizes are accepted. You can help make the holidays happy for The Dimock Center community!
   • Visit the Dimock Center's Webpage, or contact Meredith Piela for more information!

Brigham and Women's Hospital

1. Donate Blood
   • Visit the Kraft Family Blood Donor Center website and create an account, call (617) 632-3206, or email blooddonor@partners.org
   • Make sure to mention that you are a B.A.A. Volunteer!
2. Host a fundraiser to support any area of the hospital, including the COVID-19 Response Fund or the Brigham Caregivers Fund!
   • Learn about hosting a virtual fundraiser.

The Esplanade Association

1. The Esplanade Association hosts volunteers year round to keep the park clean and accessible for all to use. Typical volunteer activities include landscaping, painting and general park cleanup.
   • To learn more about what dates the Esplanade Association are taking volunteers, visit their eventbright Page here!

261 Fearless

1. 261 Fearless invites #finishSTRONG volunteers to help spread the word about our brand new Wom-inar Series, Fearless Forward! B.A.A. Volunteers are eligible to receive a 50% discount on your own registration for a single Wom-inar or the entire series! All you have to do is share a message, take a screen shot, and then let 261 Fearless know you shared it. If you have any questions, please contact Deb at dmills@261fearless.org.

• Information on how to receive your 50% discount can be found here!

American Red Cross of Massachusetts

1. Service to the Armed Forces - Sewn Face Covering Donations
   • Put your sewing skills to good use! The Red Cross is looking for donations of sewn face coverings. More information on face covering donations can be found here.
   • Contact Christine the Regional Director of Services to the Armed Forces and International Services with any questions at Christine.platzek@redcross.org.
   • Face coverings can be mailed to Red Cross: SAF Face Coverings, 101 Station Landing, Suite 510 Medford, MA 02155
2. Donate Blood
   • Appointments can be scheduled by going to RedCrossBlood.org (please note many appointments are 10-14 days out). The Red Cross is not accepting walk ins at blood drives at this time.
   • The Red Cross is running a promotion for $5 Amazon Gift Cards when you donate blood from 10/15-11/11.
3. Comfort Kit Collection for Veterans
   • Work with your family and friends to collect personal care items for veterans through the Services to the Armed Forces program. A list of preferred items can be found here.
   • Email Christine.platzek@redcross.org with any questions or to coordinate a pick up.
4. Warm Winters for Veterans
   • Work with your family and friends to collect warm clothing for veterans. Hats, gloves, sweatpants, sweatshirts, and socks are the most needed items. Larger sizes (large, 2x, 3x) tend to be in greater need than smaller sizes. Items must be new due to COVID-19. New items can also enhance the feelings of self-worth for the homeless veteran. More details can be found here.
   • Email Christine.platzek@redcross.org with any questions or to coordinate a pick up.
5. The American Red Cross has a variety of longer-term volunteer opportunities available at this time. The top priorities for volunteer recruitment are listed below:
   • Seasonal Readiness Workforce - These volunteers are the people that are trained to work in the Evacuation Shelters for people affected by disaster.
   • Blood Services Operations - These volunteers staff local community drives along with working at the fixed donation sites in Eastern Massachusetts.
   • Visit American Red Cross or email MAVolunteers@redcross.org to learn more about how to become a volunteer.

Boston Children's Hospital

1. Make an appointment to give blood at the Boston Children’s Hospital Blood Donor Center.
   • Click here to make an appointment.
2. Choose your challenge and raise essential funds at Boston Children’s by Joining Team Extra Mile! You can walk, run, or bike in your neighborhood and receive support from our coaches and Boston Children’s swag.
3. Host a fundraiser – anything from a birthday fundraiser to virtual trivia night, it can be as easy and creative as they’d like!
   • Visit Boston Children's Hospital's website for ideas on fundraisers.