Kim Reynolds Quotes

Make a difference about something other than yourselves.

The idea of community and helping others has always been a part of who I am. Growing up, my parents always made sure that my siblings and I were doing our part to serve our local community.

I think the main thing is to find something you care about. A cause. I think it starts with others. Who do you look up to? Who do you want to help? Start in your own community.

I want to do something to help people.

The idea of service leads to community.

If every American donated five hours a week, it would equal the labor of 20 million full-time volunteers.

Although there are people saying I'm putting on a show, I'm hoping more will emulate my 'performance.' If more people did, more needy people would get help.

I was raised to volunteer: nursing homes, clinics, church nurseries, school, everywhere that could use help. It's such an intrinsic part of me, to use my life to help improve the quality of others.

Putting forward your positive energy connects you back to basic human values which we all share. Good Deeds Day shows that no matter the size of the gesture, a smile that brightens someone else's day or volunteering in your community, we can all take active part in making a difference.

For most young Americans I know, 'serving' in the broadest sense now seems like the only thing to do.

When I see other people out there, involved, and really giving their time and effort for the kids, then I don't mind giving my time and effort for the kids as well.

Every child should be taught to be a caring adult and be given an opportunity to serve their communities.

Every day, people serve their neighbors and our nation in many different ways, from helping a child learn and easing the loneliness of those without a family to defending our freedom overseas. It is in this spirit of dedication to others and to our country that I believe service should be broadly and deeply encouraged.

I really enjoy charity work and helping people.

As my parents taught me, by both words and deeds, a life of public services is as much a gift to the person who serves as it is to those he's serving.

If I didn't do music, I would do something to help people out.

I just try to go out and help others, to do whatever I can to make a difference.

I feel that public service is so important and giving back, being a role model and helping people in need is something that I would love to do.

Community service has been a great thing for me.

Service that benefits the community and those in need is an act that betters us all.

I think that if you start teaching about giving back and helping other people young, that will be a given for your child their whole life.

All children can do things to help, whether how big or small - by donating toys or lending a hand in the community.

I've been giving back since I was a teen, handing out turkeys at Thanksgiving and handing out toys at toys drives for Christmas. It's very important to give back as a youth. It's as simple as helping an old lady across the street or giving up your seat on the bus for someone who is pregnant.

It's never too early to involve your kids in giving back. And the more hands-on the experiences are, the better.

From my early school days, I was brought up with the belief that we have a duty to use our talents, to volunteer and to make a contribution.