Community Dive: A resolution you won't quit

In case you missed it, 2019 was a big year for us here at DiveIn. We launched our app, we mixed it up, and we volunteered our time with incredible organizations. None of this year's accomplishments would have been possible without passionate people like you making an impact in your local community. While the year might be over, we're just getting started!

Inspire others to DiveIn in 2020!

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A resolution you can keep

What better way to bring in the new year than by living a life of sustainability? Regardless of whether you're going green to help the environment, to save money, or just see how easy it is, every step you take towards eco-friendly living is one that helps the world. Plus, no matter what you do, it won't leave you feeling guilty like that wasted gym membership. Here's a quick guide to help you fight climate change that'll leave you beaming with pride 365 days from today.

1. Eat for a climate-stable planet. The decisions we make about food can have a profound effect on the environment. Try making your diet more climate-friendly by (1) eating more meat-free meals, (2) buy organic and local whenever possible, (3) don’t waste food, and (4) grow your own produce.
2. Green your commute. The many ways to reduce your transportation emissions may also make you healthier and save you a few bucks. Whenever you can, take public transit, ride a bike or advocate for bike lanes in your community, car-share, switch to an electric or hybrid vehicle, and fly less.
3. Consume less, waste less, enjoy life more. Focusing on life’s simple pleasures — spending time in nature and being with loved ones — provides more purpose, belonging and happiness than buying and consuming. Sharing, making, fixing, upcycling, repurposing and composting are all good places to start.
4. Invest in renewables and divest from fossil fuels. Even if you can’t install solar panels or a wind turbine, you can still be a part of the clean-energy economy. Search online for local renewable energy co-ops to join. As a member, you’ll own part of the co-op’s renewable energy projects and will receive a return on your investment.
5. Support or join youth-led movements. Young people have the most at stake when it comes to climate change. Their futures are on the line if we can’t meet the 1.5 C cap on warming. All over the world, kids, teenagers and young adults are taking matters into their own hands in inspiring ways. Help them grow their movement by joining and supporting them however you can.

Upcoming Opportunities

Join Your Volunteer Family!

‍St. Anthony's
There's an open invitation to join the dining service at St. Anthony’s, where you and other volunteers will help prepare and provide roughly 2,000 meals to those impacted by hunger in San Francisco. Your presence would make such an impact on January 2nd, 3rd, 6th, and 8th. To register for these volunteer shifts, just click here!

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CASA Info Session

‍San Francisco CASA
A CASA is an advocate for an abused and neglected child in foster care. In a life full of uncertainty and endless change, you can be one consistent and caring adult. Becoming a CASA is likely to be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life, full of surprises, challenges, and self-discovery. The SFCASA office is hosting several information sessions on January 8th, 9th, 13th, 14th, and 16th. Head here to sign up for one today!

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New workshops in 2020

‍Dykes with Drills
DWD has a great new lineup of workshops in the Bay Area, Chicago and now Los Angeles! Each workshop is committed to 4 goals:

1. Giving people independence and confidence when using power tools
2. Creating communities of people through project-based collaboration
3. Learning from our mistakes
4. Accessibility both financially & physically

Sign-up today, learn what it means to foster leadership and confidence through working with your hands.

Skills-based opportunities

The Women's Building is gearing up for another VITA Tax Season and they're looking for anyone interested in volunteering! Volunteers can serve as a tax preparer, screener, interpreter, or greeter! The commitment is from February 1st - April 14th, 2020. Volunteers can pick their preferred shifts which vary based on volunteer attendance and appointments. Available shifts are:
- Thursdays 5pm to 9pm
- Saturdays 9:30am to 2pm

If you're interested in volunteering or would like more information, please reach out to Abi Pantoja at abi@womensbuilding.org.

Highlights from our blog

As the year comes to a close, we recognize that although our blog is a regular habit for many, not everyone reads every post that is released week-to-week. Accordingly, we’ve compiled our top 10 posts from 2019 that you might have missed. Enjoy!

1. Launching DiveIn: Embracing the Journey
2. Bringing Our Own Chairs to the Table
3. Stories of Kindness: DiveIn Partners Up with Sincerely, Hueman
4. Slacktivism, Explained
5. A Former Serviceman’s Journey into Giving Back
6. 10 Ways to Motivate Volunteers
7. Volunteering at Work: Purpose Improves Company Culture
8. Why You Shouldn't Volunteer (Only) During the Holidays
9. When I Realized Volunteering Wasn't About Me
10. Advancing Your Career with Volunteering

Let DiveIn help your team!

2020 is all about #teamgoals. So instead of struggling to coordinate with your co-workers to find a time and place to use those VTO hours - let DiveIn do the heavy-lifting. With our corporate program, we make it super easy. We'll coordinate with the nonprofit, handle the scheduling with your team, and document the experience. If you're interested, just reply to this email with the contact info for your company's social impact or CSR manager, and we'll take it from there!

Help us help you!

Raising awareness about important causes is part of our mission here at DiveIn. To help us, why not connect us to your favorite nonprofit? Just drop us a quick note at nonprofits@divein.app with the organization's name and contact and we'll do the rest. Just think, your quick email could result in a connection that changes someone's life - imagine the possibilities!

We want to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for a great year. We can't wait to reach new heights with you in 2020. Have a safe and prosperous new year everyone!

- Shannon, Andreas, and the DiveIn Team

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