From The Field

News & Stories

Global Doing Good partners with educators to provide unique learning experiences that inspire young people to better their communities and in turn better themselves. Explore the stories, powerful testimonials, and initiatives that define GDG.

Three middle-school students smiling during a Benjamin Project delivery

Featured · The Benjamin Project

The Power of Trust: Turning $100 into Compassionate Citizens

What happens when you treat students like essential citizens? Hand them a $100 mission and the autonomy to act, and The Benjamin Project becomes a high-impact force for good — not just in dollars, but in the transformation that happens when a real win meets the adolescent brain.

$44,000Community impact

435Students

90Days

Read the Story

All Stories

All Impact Stories Civic Learning Weekly Roundups Insights

Dog adoption kits laid out on a table, each with a chew toy, a roll of waste bags and a shelter events flyer

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: November 5, 2026

Helping shelter pets find homes and supporting hospitalized children—see how our Benjamin Project students are making a real difference! In this edition, a California student creates care bags for newly adopted shelter dogs, a Nebraska student donates $400 to support pediatric oncology patients, and a Nevada student provides essential care items and meals for a mother staying at the hospital. To top off the week, a Colorado student reflects on exploring the U.S. Capitol, historic memorials, and museums on her first trip to Washington, D.C.

A student placing a book into a colorful hand-painted Little Free Library on a wooden post at the edge of the woods

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: October 29, 2026

Expanding book access and comforting families through tough times—see how our Benjamin Project students are making an impact! Our latest stories feature a California student building and stocking a Little Free Library for his community, a Minnesota student supporting her dance teacher's family after a heartbreaking loss, and a Colorado student gifting essential classroom supplies to local teachers. Rounding out the week, a Montana student shares how exploring historic landmarks in Washington, D.C. and New York City made history come alive.

Three smiling students standing together in a craft store aisle next to racks of kids' craft kits

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: October 22, 2026

Our Benjamin Project students are bringing creative cheer to hospital playrooms and revitalizing local churches—see their inspiring impact in action! This week, we're spotlighting a Minnesota student supplying young hospital patients with craft kits, a Colorado student equipping his school with new recess sports gear, and a Nevada student helping renovate his local church. Plus, a New York student expresses gratitude for "one of the best trips she has ever been on" after exploring historic landmarks and seeing snow for the first time in Washington, D.C.

Four students smiling behind a shopping cart in a grocery store aisle lined with canned goods

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: October 15, 2026

From stocking local food banks to bringing joy to children in need, see what happens when Benjamin Project students take the lead! In this edition, a Montana student donates groceries to her local food bank, a Minnesota student crafts appreciation gifts for teachers, and a Nevada student shares how her "heart overflowed with joy" buying clothes and toys for a child in need. Closing out the week, a Florida student shares how exploring Washington, D.C. inspired her appreciation for past leaders who built a better future.

A smiling student in a red polo pushing a shopping cart loaded with cat beds and a scratching post down a pet store aisle

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: October 8, 2026

Turning $100 into over $600 for Special Olympics athletes is just one inspiring example of our Benjamin Project students in action! In this roundup, a California student donates beds and toys to a local cat sanctuary, a Minnesota student raises funds for her brother's Special Olympics team, and a Colorado student creates care kits for local teachers. Plus, hear from a Minnesota student who saw history come alive beyond classroom textbooks while exploring Washington, D.C. and New York City.

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: October 1, 2026

Granting a child's dream wish and helping shelter pets find homes—see the remarkable ways our students are serving their communities! This week’s Benjamin Project features a Wisconsin student crafting dog toys and photographing adoptable pets, a Minnesota student raising over $1,000 for Make-A-Wish to grant a pink playhouse wish, and a Colorado student arranging flower bouquets for local workers. To top off the week, check out a reflection from a Montana student whose trip to Washington, D.C. deepened his civic understanding.

Two students smiling in a kitchen, one using a hand mixer on frosting and the other holding a foil pan of finished cinnamon rolls

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: September 24, 2026

From raising over $850 with a cinnamon roll sale to stocking essentials for a family shelter, see how our students are taking action this week! This week's Benjamin Project features two Nebraska students baking treats to support a swing dance nonprofit, two Nevada brothers donating reading rewards to their former elementary school, and a Minnesota student delivering essential supplies to families in need. Rounding out the week is a heartfelt travel reflection from a Washington student who honored her great-grandfather's service at the Korean War Veterans Memorial.

A smiling young student holding up a small pink fidget toy in a classroom

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: September 17, 2026

See the powerful impact of youth-led active citizenship in action this week! This week's Benjamin Project features a California student creating sensory fidget kits for children on the autism spectrum, two Montana students supporting their local food bank with a donation and behind-the-scenes tour, and a Nevada student bringing comfort to a 9-month-old hospital patient and her family. Rounding out the week is a moving travel reflection from a Nebraska student who gained a deeper appreciation for courage and sacrifice while visiting Washington, D.C. and the 9/11 Museum.

Two students seated on the floor behind a large spread of donated toys, games, coloring books, and stuffed animals

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: September 10, 2026

From playing Candyland with local seniors to delivering hospital surprises for young patients, see the inspiring ways our students are lifting up their communities! This week's Benjamin Project features two Minnesota students bringing toys and books to patients at Sanford Children's Hospital, a Colorado student hosting a game afternoon for residents at a local senior center, and a California student partnering with an art studio to display uplifting paintings across her town. Rounding out the week is a powerful scholarship reflection from a Colorado student who gained a deep sense of gratitude, historical perspective, and lifelong friendships while exploring Washington, D.C.

Two students shopping for supplies at a store, one holding a package and the other carrying a red shopping basket

Weekly Roundup

Weekly Roundup: September 3, 2026

See the inspiring ways our students are taking action in their communities! This week's Benjamin Project features a Nevada student shopping for essentials for neighbors in need, two Minnesota students purchasing 61 pairs of needed items to fill a local nonprofit shortage, and a Nebraska student donating high-quality lotions to bring comfort and dignity to domestic violence survivors. Rounding out the week is a moving travel scholarship reflection from a Montana student who honored her grandfather's fallen comrades at the Vietnam Memorial and made lifelong friends in Washington, D.C.