Little Hands– is a program designed specifically for children under 12 years of age. Service projects are offered throughout the year so that children can learn to serve others. Previous Little Hands projects include: sorting food collected from a food drive, stuffing Easter eggs for the annual egg hunt, making signs for the fall festival, and wrapping Christmas gifts. This program is part of the “inspiring the next generation to serve” aspect of the ministry. Current Little Hands Project

Little Hands Video- 4 minutes

The students of Still Pointe had the wonderful opportunity to serve families in our community this year. On both occasions our students recognized the blessings they enjoy and found joy in sharing what they have with others. We will be seeking more opportunities like the ones provided to us by Act Together Ministries because I believe it is important for children to be encouraged to serve others. When aided in doing so they become part of a greater community which helps them to appreciate people from varied backgrounds, sometimes unlike their own. The parents of the students who participated in projects this year verbalized their appreciation for the opportunities their children had to serve. Thank you for the opportunity to praise this wonderful organization. Act Together Ministries has done much to improve the lives of families in our community. We are very grateful for the work they are doing.
-Eleanor Rogers, Owner/Director The Still Pointe Studios

My son Griffin, age 7 has had the pleasure of being involved in several “Little Hands” events. I’m always in awe of the sheer generosity and love he has w/in him when exposed to children in unfortunate financial or otherwise difficult situations. I’m of the belief all children can be raised to selflessly give their time if exposed at a young age. Having the opportunity as a parent to explain why some children can’t simply go out and buy the latest clothing, back packs and school supplies is a rare opportunity that we wouldn’t otherwise be exposed to if not for this organization. In the world of video DS games, silly bands and other non-essential fads, I feel exposing him to volunteering in this format has provided him a unique opportunity to understand feelings of empathy and compassion at a very early age. This will certainly foster molding him into a good man in the future. As a mother of 2 boys, participating in events like this is critical in shaping their future.
-LeeAnn Egolf, Cumming Resident

I can’t begin to express what the Little Hands program has meant to me and my family. This program allows wonderful opportunities for children to learn to serve others. In my opinion, it is critical that children learn this early on in life, as hands-on giving of one’s time and talents promotes confidence and self respect. Little Hands’ projects are ones I can count on to include my whole family, and not only do they include the whole family but offer service opportunities suited just for little ones. It is so often that I hear from other Moms “I would love to serve others with my kids, but I just don’t know where to go to get involved.” Programs like this are certainly needed and need to grow. I remember the first project we were involved with – a can drive for needy families. Adults and children gathered in a room, we sorted the food by type, and then made bags consisting of a variety of food for each of the families. My kids loved it! They were thrilled to be a part of something that would help others – and they were a part of it in a way that was real to them, they could see it and feel it. 
–Kim Roberts, Cumming Resident

Presidential Service Award
Children who volunteer with Act Together Ministries will be eligible to earn the national Presidential Service Award. This award is a prestigious national honor offered in recognition of sustained volunteer service. The president’s volunteer service award is issued by the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation, a group created by President George W. Bush to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers make to our Nation.

America has a long and proud tradition of volunteer service. Now more than ever, volunteers are renewing their commitment to helping others and making new connections that bring us closer together as families, as neighbors, as communities, and as a Nation.

The President's Council on Service and Civic Participation (the Council) was established in 2003 to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers are making in our communities and encourage more people to serve. The Council created the President’s Volunteer Service Award program as a way to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service.

Recognizing and honoring volunteers sets a standard for service, encourages a sustained commitment to civic participation, and inspires others to make service a central part of their lives. The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes individuals, families, and groups that have achieved a certain standard – measured by the number of hours of service over a 12-month period or cumulative hours earned over the course of a lifetime.

To date, the President’s Council has partnered with more than 80 Leadership Organizations and more than 28,000 Certifying Organizations to bestow more than 1.5 million awards to the Nation's deserving volunteers.

The Award

Depending on which award package is ordered, award recipients can receive:

• An official President’s Volunteer Service Award lapel pin
• A personalized certificate of achievement
• A congratulatory letter from the President of the United States