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Alex Quian and Brady Boyd are completing 30 service projects in 30 days as a part of the 30 Days of Service initiative.
Follow their journey below or on our social accounts as they show that its the little actions in a community that make a big difference. Read their full story here.
Day 30 – Thank Your Coworkers and Supporters
For our very final service project, we took the time to say thank you to each other by planning fun activities for each other as a surprise.Why Did We Do This Project?
Completing 30 service projects in 30 days has been a long and difficult journey, which we could not have done without each other’s constant support and encouragement. Serving our community throughout the month of July has been a transformative experience, and one that we will forever be grateful for. Don’t forget to thank the people in your life who support you on your own missions and journeys, whatever they may be. We hope that others will be inspired to serve their community as well. Although 30 Days of Service is over, this is not the end for us. We will continue to give back to our community throughout the year, but we also plan to publish a how-to book with tips and advice for young people interested in giving back. Please stay tuned and continue to follow our journey on www.30daysofservice.comDay 29 – Cemetery Clean Up
Why Did We Do This Project?
We felt that although many people clean up parks, cemeteries can sometimes be overlooked. We wanted to do this simple act out of respect to those buried in the cemetery and their families, and make sure that it was as clean as it deserved to be.Day 28 – Dorm Kits for College Students
Why Did We Do This Project?
We know that getting ready to leave for college and dorm shopping can be an extremely stressful time. We wanted to try to minimize this burden for students and their families by providing them with all the essentials they would need at no cost so that we can help them start their first year right and do what we can to set them up for success.Day 27 – Fire Fighter Appreciation Lunch
Why Did We Do This Project?
We both greatly respect the work of first responders. Every single day of the year, they serve their community with passion and are devoted to helping others. This is the spirit of service that we hope other people can embrace as well, and we just wanted to thank them for everything that they do for our community.Day 26 – Donate Shoes To The Homeless
Why Did We Do This Project?
Something that we noticed when doing other projects for the homeless is that many do not have quality shoes, or sometimes shoes at all. We know that this can be deeply uncomfortable and debilitating, so we wanted to do what we could to provide at least some people with new shoes for them to use.Day 25 – Help a Neighbor in Need
Why Did We Do This Project?
We wanted to help our neighbor because they are currently managing a very stressful personal situation, which means that normal tasks and chores have become a bit of a burden. Brady and I both wanted to help make our neighbor’s life a little easier during this tough time, so we decided to help out. We also know that positively impacting your entire community has to start with positively impacting those immediately around you – including your neighbors. Never hesitate to ask a neighbor how you can help them!Day 24 – Teacher Appreciation
Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I are extremely thankful for and owe a lot to the amazing teachers that we have had in our lives. We understand that being a teacher is an extremely difficult path and one that is often not appreciated enough, so we wanted to plan one day that was all about these teachers and allowed us to just say thank you!Day 23 – Get Well Soon Kit
Why Did We Do This Project?
Undergoing and recovering from surgery can be an extremely tough experience, and so we wanted to do this simple act of kindness as a way to bring some positivity and remind our friend that they are not going through this alone. We often take our health for granted, but it is never guaranteed – so we encourage you to be thankful for your own health and assist those who are less fortunate. Anything you can do to help them will go a long way.Day 22 – Care Kits for the Homeless
Why Did We Do This Project?
Just as important as delivering a meal to the homeless can be, delivering care packages with useful items can have a big impact for a homeless person. We did this project because we wanted to do our part to make sure that some of Dallas’ homeless have essential items that may be in short supply.Day 21 – Digital Volunteer Day
Why Did We Do This Project?
We wanted to show others that you did not even have to leave your home to volunteer and give back to your community. These are two great ways that you can make service a part of your lifestyle!Day 20 – Market Street Donation Drive
Why Did We Do This Project?
We wanted to do this project because we know there are a lot of people who want to give and serve the community, but may not know how they can help or may not have the time to serve or donate. This project is a great way to give people an opportunity to give back because it takes no time out of their day – they are already at the store to shop. If there is a cause or non-profit in your community who has a need for items, we encourage you to ask your local grocery store if you can host your own donation drive!Day 19 – Volunteer at Minnie’s Food Pantry
Why Did We Do This Project?
Food insecurity is a very important issue to us, and in the Dallas area, we really believe that Minnie’s Food Pantry is one of the best non-profits addressing this issue. Their unique approach of turning visiting a food pantry into a uniquely positive and encouraging experience is truly important to us. We wanted to volunteer with this organization so that we can help those who are doing so much for our community.Day 18 – Youth Life Skills Class
Why Did We Do This Project?
We know that Brady and I would not be able to do this project without having had the opportunity to learn valuable soft skills that allow us to succeed. We wanted to make sure that these students had the same opportunity to learn these essential skills, so we were driven to create our own simple, fun, and interactive class to cover these topics.Day 17 – Ice Cream Party for Youth Athletes
Why Did We Do This Project?
We know that nothing is better on a hot summer day than great ice cream, so we wanted to just make some kids’ day by bringing them a treat to cool down. This simple act of kindness is a great way to give back to anyone you know!Day 16 – Veteran Appreciation Dinner
Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I each have personal connections to the military and the American Legion. Brady’s family has a history of service, and his father served in the Army. I attended the American Legion’s Boy State program in 2015, which was an incredibly transformative experience for me. Due to these connections and our appreciation for veterans’ service, we wanted to find a way to give back to the wonderful veteran community of Collin County.Day 15 – National Give Something Away Day
Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I wanted to encourage people to always donate, rather than trash, items in their own home that they may not have use for anymore but would still be valuable to someone else. This is a really simple but great way you can give back to your community – not only are you giving someone the opportunity to own a good piece of apparel or other items for significantly cheaper, but you’re also helping fund local non-profits dedicated to improving the community.Day 14 – Raise Awarness and Donate to Charity

Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I want to make sure that we support other organizations and individuals serving our communities, and so we wanted to devote a project to making sure we did just that. We also wanted to do this project to remind people that even if you do not necessarily have time to serve or volunteer, you can always help improve your community by supporting groups doing phenomenal work.Day 13 – Write Impact Letters
Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I really are the product of the people who have invested in our development and growth. Without their help, we could not take on a project like this. We wanted to take the time to thank them and show our appreciation because we think it’s important to let someone know when their efforts are valued. We hope that you will take the time to do the same for the people in your life who have impacted you.Day 12 – Youth Movie Day
Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I both love working with kids, so we just wanted to host a fun afternoon activity as a special treat. This is a really simple way for anyone to serve their local Boys & Girls Club and put a smile on kids’ day – so we encourage you to serve!Day 11 – Student Leadership Workshop
Why Did We Do This Project?
A major goal of our entire 30 Days of Service project is to inspire other youth to give back to their communities and more importantly, strive to become leaders who can affect change. Because of this, we wanted to do at least one project where we could work with a group of students to encourage them to be leaders and discuss what it means to be a leader.Day 10 – Donate Books to Children’s Home
Why Did We Do This Project?
We know that it can be difficult to grow up in a children’s home, and so we wanted to find a way to contribute a little bit of positivity. We wanted to donate books because we both have personally enjoyed reading as a mental escape from tough situations and wanted to provide that same opportunity to children who may not have access to many books.Day 9 – Breakfast for Seniors
Why Did We Do This Project?
We wanted to do what we could to help these seniors start their day off in a positive way, and we felt that a hot and delicious breakfast would be a great way to do that. Brady and I were motivated to do this project because we know that oftentimes we can overlook the seniors that we know, so we just wanted to show our appreciation to them for everything they have done throughout their lives for our communities.Day 8 – Voter Registration Drive
Why Did We Do This Project?
We know that people our age are not usually as civically engaged as they should be. Voting is one of the most important ways that young people can have a voice, so we wanted to do everything we could to encourage other young people to vote and get involved.Day 7 – Family Appreciation Day
To wrap up our first week of service, Brady and I individually planned an “appreciation day” for each of our families. The purpose of this day was to spend quality time with the people who play such a significant role in supporting 30 Days of Service and everything we do. Without them, none of this would be possible.Why Did We Do This Project?
Brady and I wanted to show our families the immense amount of love and gratitude we have for them. We are so thankful for the support they have given us in going on our journey of service and we lean on them so much. But beyond wanting to show our appreciation, we also believe that in order to better your community – you don’t even have to leave your home. We wanted to show young people, especially children, that even doing something special to show appreciation for your family is a way that you can impact and serve the community.
