Make It Matter

Reader's Digest believes in the power of the individual to create change. Make It Matter is our interactive platform to help you connect and act.

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The Make It Matter Program

She'd always dreamed of a playground for all children. Thousands helped her make it real.
Make It Matter Poll Vote: What Matters Most to You?

Recycled Sneakers Fit for Sharing

Used sneakers, a runner learns, will take kids places they’d only dreamed they could go.

 
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Parent alert: A growing number of teens are "sexting." Have you heard of the term and do you know what it means?

 
Monthly Challenge
Month of 2008-10-08
Inspire a Budding Picasso—Help Save Art in Public Schools

Step: Take your child to an area museum to explore art in your community. Talk about your experience at the museum and encourage your children to express their artistic sides. They’ll share it with their friends at school.

Yes, I'll Do It!

27 people will do this.

Stretch: Encourage your PTA and other parents to donate paint, clay, brushes, papers and pencils to your school’s art room. You’ll be amazed at what the children in your school can create with the right tools.

Yes, I'll Do It!

10 people will do this.

Leap: Start a K-12 art show in your community. Use themes that relate to your community such as “Landscapes in Lansing” or “Water in Walhalla.” The possibilities are endless!

Yes, I'll Do It!

15 people will do this.

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Simple answers to 13 common questions.

Reader's Digest Version of Going Green

Slideshow: 13 Ways to Go Green See the images of simple answers for common questions.

Quiz: Are you an eco-hero? Find out.

Discussion: What's the laziest way you're helping to save the environment? Share your tips.

Where you can help: Save Our Environment. Get tips to take action.

Five families show you how to get started, stay committed, and make a real difference.

Lead by Example

Discussion: How Do You Raise Kids to Care About Others? Tell us.

Where you can help: Join Kids Care Clubs, which matches people in need with kids who want to volunteer.

Other ways to help: Get more volunteering ideas