• Pairs use tablets to find: (1) Charity's mission, (2) Who it helps, (3) How to volunteer.

• Groups rotate to share findings (1 min per pair).

How to Share a Community Hero Story

1. Create a new post about an individual or organization making a positive impact through guide dog programs or community service

2. Fill in the following information:

   • Hero/Organization Name

   • Their Role/Mission

   • Impact Made

   • Location of Service

3. Add a photo, video, or link related to your hero/organization

4. You can comment on others’ posts to show appreciation or ask questions

5. Use the heart reaction to celebrate these inspiring stories

   
   

Hero/Organization Name: Deanna (Guide Dog) & HKGDA
Their Role/Mission: Providing trained guide dogs to visually impaired individuals in Hong Kong, promoting independence and safety.
Impact Made: Deanna helps her owner, KP, navigate busy streets safely—reducing accidents and boosting his confidence. HKGDA has matched over 50 guide dogs since 2011!
Location of Service: Hong Kong
Comment to Spark Discussion: "Would you volunteer to foster a future guide dog? Why or why not?"

Hero/Organization Name: John Lee, Founder of Paws for Hope
Their Role/Mission: Training rescue dogs to become therapy animals for elderly and disabled communities.
Impact Made: Over 200 therapy dogs placed in care homes, bringing joy and reducing loneliness. John’s program also saves dogs from shelters!
Location of Service: Kowloon, Hong Kong
Comment to Spark Discussion: "How could therapy animals help students in schools?"

Hero/Organization Name: Bright Steps (Student-led NGO)
Their Role/Mission: Organizing fundraisers and awareness campaigns for guide dog training programs.
Impact Made: Raised HK$30,000 for HKGDA last year! Also created braille pamphlets about guide dogs for public education.
Location of Service: Schools across Hong Kong
Media: 📊 [Infographic of their fundraiser results]
Comment to Spark Discussion: "What’s one creative way YOUR school could support guide dogs?"