Dylan Pace, an eight-year-old with a heart of gold, is making a big impact in her community by volunteering her time and energy to various nonprofit organizations. She's a true "helper" wherever she goes, whether she's serving at food pantries, caring for animals, or organizing donation drives.

"I love the people I get to serve with and thinking about the people we are able to help!" Dylan said when asked about what she loves most about volunteering with organizations like The Place of Forsyth, Meals by Grace, The TRE, Solidarity Sandy Springs, The Sandwich Project, and Old Rucker Farm.

Through her volunteer work, Dylan has honed her organizational, communication, and teamwork skills. "I have learned new tasks and been able to have small jobs and feel helpful," she said.

When asked about a memorable highlight or moment that might motivate others to volunteer, Dylan said, "Making a connection with the leaders is something I really enjoy. They become teachers of the activities and of life."

Dylan's commitment to volunteering has earned her the prestigious President's Volunteer Service Award for recording over 100 hours of volunteer work each year in 2021 and 2022. And as a homeschooler, she and her family have the opportunity to incorporate service work into their weekly life, which means they're always looking for new ways to give back and make a positive impact.

If you're interested in volunteering but don't know where to start, Dylan has some great advice. "Try a new place and see if you enjoy the activities and people! If not, try a new place. Keep searching for a home for you to give back," she said.

In April, you can find Dylan volunteering at The Place of Forsyth, Meals by Grace, Old Rucker Farm, and Solidarity Sandy Springs. And she'd love to have some company, so if you're in the Atlanta area and looking to do some good, come join her! Because as Dylan says, "If we all do a small part, we can make a huge impact!"

Feeling inspired by Dylan's amazing volunteer work?

You can help others like her continue to make a positive impact in our community by making a donation to Hands On Atlanta, where every $1 donated turns into $6 of economic impact. Click here to donate now.