Oprah’s Angel Network

We’ve heard stories from members around the world who are taking on big tasks, such as building a school in West Africa or starting a medical clinic in Tibet.

While this work is certainly meaningful (as well as impressive), it’s important to remember that small actions can make big impacts, too.

Check out these stories from members who took action on a simple idea, and are now making a big difference in the lives of others.

Just by doing her hobby, knitting, a member is comforting those who are sick.

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Knitter Infuses Projects With Positive Energy

A member who loves to knit joined the group Hearts to Hands Knitters and is now knitting prayer shawls for people facing difficult challenges, such as illness.

• Read A Knitting Network

Young Girl Gives Up Birthday Presents

A young girl asked family and friends to forget about bringing presents to her birthday party. Instead, she wanted snacks and drinks that she could in turn donate to those in need.

• Read Young Girl Gives Up Presents, Gives Back Instead

A member is focused on getting toothbrushes into the hands of orphans around the world.

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Member Collects Toothbrushes for Toddlers

A member learned about the shortage of toothbrushes at several Mexican orphanages and is now accepting donations of toothbrushes to ship overseas.

• Read Toothbrushes for Toddlers

Member Provides Items for Homeless

During the winter, a member from Arizona puts a “free box” at the end of her driveway, filled with items like blankets and water, for the homeless people in her community.

• Read Free Box

What You Can Do

As these members have shown, it doesn’t require a lot of time or a lot money to give back and help others live their best lives. Follow these links for ideas on how you can start making a difference:

• Donate clothes, books and other extras
• Shop smart
• Volunteer your time
• Get involved in your community
• Go green