I confess to being a total “Gleek!” I adore the new Fox show Glee and just can’t get enough! There is something about the rag tag group of high school singers just trying to fit in that makes my own little heart sing. And, now I have even more reason to love the show . . .
During the week of October 19-25, over 60 network television shows will incorporate service and volunteerism into their plots. Happily, Glee is one of the 60 whose main characters will be volunteering in the next episode.
The initiative is a part of the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s (EIF) multi-year “iParticipate” campaign. In addition to the show plots, EIF has produced a series of public service announcements to reinforce the importance of volunteerism. Through these PSAs, EIF will also recognize and encourage support for five key areas of service: Education & Children, Health & Well Being, Economic Development, Environmental Conservation, and Support for Military Families.
If you have your own flair for drama or excellent comedic timing, you can also enter your own service oriented plot ideas for your favorite shows. In addition to seeing your ideas acted out on the small screen, you might even win the Grand Prize: a $5,000 donation in your name to your charity of choice; two Silver Prize winners will each receive a $2,500 donation. Click here for more details on the contest (deadline is October 26.)
Post back any volunteer plots you see during the week. Lets keep a running list and we can see which shows best captured the spirit of service.
PS – if you are looking for places to volunteer, check out Hands On Twin Cities for a calendar of opportunities.
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