Youth Power

2020 Was Tough – But Young People Are Making a Difference No Matter What.

April 01, 2026 — In 2020, we witnessed tragedy, hardship, unprecedented challenges, and devastating loss. Through it all, we also had the privilege of witnessing a generation electrified by these realities and resilient in the face of unknowns. Young people not only took action in hundreds of thousands of communities across the globe, but they also inspired peers and decision-makers to do […]

Roots & Shoots Website Wins Gold Award

April 01, 2026 — October, 2020 – Roots & Shoots USA and Taoti Creative, a DC-based full-service creative agency,  have won the Gold W3 Award in the nonprofit website category after the launch of the new rootsandshoots.org.  The W3 Awards illuminate creative excellence on the web and is the leading digital competition that recognizes companies of all sizes. The award-winning Roots & Shoots website features incredibly immersive pages and a […]

10 FREE Acts of Kindness to Keep You Going

April 01, 2026 — It’s the giving time of year when many strive to spread joy to others through volunteering, sharing food and gifts, and connecting (virtually) with the people we care about. As quarantining is in full swing for the 2020 holiday season, we’re all spending a lot of safe time at home. This, along with the difficulties […]

Give the Gift of Good Through Meaningful Local Projects

April 01, 2026 — 2020 has been a tough year. We have suffered immeasurable losses and celebrated hard-fought wins. We have taken action for our communities and worked to pioneer new ways to stay connected to those we love. At Roots & Shoots, we are so proud of the way our network of changemakers have met global problems with compassionate traits! […]

Acting on Issues You Care About Through Dialogues

April 01, 2026 — The world is full of challenges facing people, other animals, and the environment, but at the same time, there are so many opportunities to grow understanding and action! In order to grow better understanding of the issues you care about, engage in constructive dialogues, and take action, here are some ways to reflect on your own […]

Roots & Shoots USA Group Feature: PAWSitive Kids; Rome, Georgia

April 01, 2026 — In 2016, Chris White at Elm Street Elementary in Rome, Georgia, was looking for a way to implement community service as part of a STEM initiative. Using the Roots & Shoots 4-Step Formula, Chris focused on Step 1 – Get Engaged and noticed that her students had a serious interest in dogs. Using Step 2 […]

Young Change-makers From 12 States Get Recognized by Dr. Jane!

April 01, 2026 — We were so thrilled to recognize our AMAZING change-makers across the country who have done multiple community action projects in the last year! Our members and their community projects blow us away every day, and we were so excited to officially recognize them across our networks, and with exclusive digitally signed certificates plus more fun resources to honor their ideas, passion, and […]

(Stir) Crazy for Community Action Projects That Inspire

April 01, 2026 — We’re so proud of the entire Roots & Shoots community for doing their part to flatten the curve and protect others by staying inside. As quarantine continues, these Roots & Shoots change-makers are responding with hope by stepping up with new and exciting community projects to help those around them, especially in response to struggles related to the pandemic. These projects are a great example of how everyone can make […]

Statement By Roots & Shoots Youth Leaders on Racial Injustice in The U.S.

April 01, 2026 — Written by René LaPointe Jameson, Roots & Shoots Roots & Shoots Youth Council USA Member 2014-2020 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “In the end, we will not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” We cannot be silent about racial injustice. Roots & Shoots is committed to making […]

Why Racism, Equity, & Justice Are Part of the Conservation Equation

April 01, 2026 — These are unprecedented times. I know these have been some of the most uncomfortable and emotionally taxing weeks for many of us, myself included. There is a heightened collective consciousness that, for me, has been enlightening, and more than anything else – believe it or not – encouraging. There are communities from all walks of life, all […]

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2020 Was Tough – But Young People Are Making a Difference No Matter What.

Roots & Shoots Website Wins Gold Award

10 FREE Acts of Kindness to Keep You Going

Give the Gift of Good Through Meaningful Local Projects

Acting on Issues You Care About Through Dialogues

Roots & Shoots USA Group Feature: PAWSitive Kids; Rome, Georgia

Young Change-makers From 12 States Get Recognized by Dr. Jane!

(Stir) Crazy for Community Action Projects That Inspire

Statement By Roots & Shoots Youth Leaders on Racial Injustice in The U.S.

Why Racism, Equity, & Justice Are Part of the Conservation Equation