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"You feel like you really can change the world in one day."

For the 19th time, millions of Americans united to improve the lives of others on USA WEEKEND's Make A Difference Day, Saturday, Oct. 24. More

It's easy to participate!

The basics: Next Saturday, Oct. 24, millions of people will volunteer in their communities on USA WEEKEND's Make A Difference Day, sponsored in partnership with HandsOn Network and Newman's Own, which donates $10,000 to the charities of 10 selected efforts. Click Here »

Saturday, join millions across the nation

Boca Raton, Fla.: Lucas Metropulos, began catching fresh fish for a food pantry two years ago. Today, he also teaches disadvantaged kids how to fish. On Make A Difference Day, Lucas and 15 volunteers will take about 25 underprivileged children on their first charter fishing trip. Click Here »

Make A Difference Day

It's the biggest week ever for volunteering. Hear about it on TV. Take action Saturday. Click Here »

Every little bit helps

Actress Kyra Sedgwick urges you to do good for the environment. Click Here »

"Make your own impact."

It's amazing how your perspective changes as you grow up, make your way through the world and have your own kids. If you had asked me when I was younger how important education was to me, it's safe to say that it wouldn't have been a big priority. Click Here »

Do something for our veterans

To kick off a national effort, actor Gary Sinise applauds the sacrifices of America's military families. Click Here »

Volunteering is where it's at

A boom in volunteerism is sweeping the country. Click Here »

It's time for Make A Difference Day

Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, is sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 600 carrier newspapers. Click Here »

Good deeds get further recognition, from Capitol Hill to NASCAR Day.

Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, is sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 600 carrier newspapers. Click Here »

Tough times, tender actions

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Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, is sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 600 carrier newspapers. Click Here »

Make A Difference Day: Projects around the country -- N.D., Calif., Mass.,

Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, is sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 600 carrier newspapers. Click Here »

Make A Difference Day: Projects around the country -- Colo., Tex., Miss., Mich.

Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, is sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 600 carrier newspapers. Click Here »

Make A Difference Day: Outdoor Award

Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, is sponsored by USA WEEKEND Magazine and its 600 carrier newspapers. Click Here »

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