By Laura Oergel
Ventura’s Councilwoman (and previous mayor)Cheryl Heitmann is asking us to give our beautiful city a gift on its 150th birthday, April 2, 2016. The gift is 1 million acts of kindness. That seems like a big goal. But if you think about it, it’s only 10 acts per person. Let’s look at ways we can make that happen.
One Ventura based business that promotes kindness by inspiring people’s lifestyle through their clothing line is “DUDE. be nice”. CEO Brent Camalich stated “We’re on a mission to prove that you can actually create a successful company that makes kindness cool. We all want to be a part of something with purpose, but too often we settle for the status quo. As we grow with your support, we’re committed to doing our part to show people, no matter who they are or where they come from, that they matter.”
“The DUDE. be nice project is a platform to inspire young people to build a positive community by recognizing a person or group in a fun, creative and meaningful way. We’re all for making people feel appreciated. Your support helps us fund these projects across the country. If you want us to be a part of a DUDE. be nice project in your community, email [email protected]”.
Kindness comes in many forms. It can be as simple as an act or a word. How can you contribute your 10 acts of kindness?
Many of you know that Ventura has a program called Volunteer Ventura! On their website http://www.cityofventura.net/volunteer is their mission statement: “Volunteer Ventura! mobilizes community members to enhance the quality of life in Ventura by fostering meaningful volunteer participation through dynamic partnerships.”
Volunteer Ventura! coordinator Rosie Ornelas said “We are fortunate to live in a community that likes to give back. Sometimes residents just don’t know where their talents are needed. That’s where we come in. We partner with organizations to provide meaningful opportunities for volunteers of all ages. ”
Mobilizing community members takes people. People like Councilwoman Heitmann, CEO Brent Camalich and Volunteer Ventura! coordinator Rosie Ornelas inspire us to be more thoughtful and to create positive change.
There are so many great organizations you can volunteer for. From your church, school, library, food pantries, social awareness non-profits, to protecting our oceans.
Please help to document these gifts by posting your acts of kindness- or any you observe on:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/venturakindness
Twitter https://twitter.com/VenturaKindness
Instagram https://Instagram.com/venturakindness
Tumbler http://venturakindness.tumblr.com/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/venturakindness/
People making a difference. I love this city. Happy Birthday Ventura!
