Throughout my tenure as a volunteer working with girls, and now as a leader of volunteers who work with girls, one area remains constant: Girls love service. Girls become more compassionate and empathetic when they consider others’ needs. When they serve, girls feel like they are contributors to the greater good. 

The importance of service in a girl’s life is confirmed by research. According to studies conducted over the last two decades, children experience a wide range of benefits when engaged in community service projects including better grades and self-image, better overall health, reduced loneliness and depression, and more. 

Couple these benefits with “placing legs” on a girl’s faith while advancing the Kingdom of God, and you will find that dedication to serving others has an incredible eternal impact on one’s life. 

Listen to the Raising Godly Girls Minute with Patti Garibay: