Hey y’all! I’m baaaack from my sabbatical in Nairobi, Kenya. First of all, *huge* shoutout and thanks to our rockstar writer Jackie for crushing WYD (and ya know, the rest of my job) while I was out. I have big shoes (or, in her case, Crocs) to fill. (If you want more Jackie, subscribe to The Boost, which she writes every Thurs!)

As soon as I get over this aggressive jet lag (I fell asleep at 8:00 on Sunday...hear the Super Bowl halftime show was incredible!), I’ll fill you in on my adventures. Long story short: I was working with an incredible org called PAWA254...and rode a motorcycle to work every day.

In the meantime, read Jackie’s last WYD (for a while at least) and see how you help great guys be great to themselves.

Let’s Do This!
Ben, Editor-in-chief and Motorcycle Ride Survivor

DoSomething members posing with their Mental (Health) Cards

All About (Men)tal Health: DoSomething Members Are Checking In With the Guys in Their Lives

“As a man, I know it can be hard sometimes to open up about your feelings,” says DoSomething member William, 17. “I really want to establish a better connection between men that allows us to talk out our problems.”

Research shows that men are less likely than women to have conversations about their mental health. That’s why it’s so important to remind the guys our lives to check in on their mental health.

Through our Mental Note: Take Time for Yourself campaign, powered by Harry’s, DoSomething members are sharing mental (health) notes with their friends, brothers, fathers, and boyfriends to help connect them with crucial mental health resources.

“I've given cards to four of my friends and my family members, but I gave myself one first,” says DoSomething member Sami, 16. “All this high school and college stress can get my mental health down so much that I forget to ask for any help.”

DoSomething members with their Mental (Health) Notes

Know a guy who’s great but isn’t always great at checking in on his mental health? Join the thousands of DoSomething members who’ve signed up to share mental health reminders with their friends and family.

Give a Mental Note

If you want a pair of Kristen Bell’s pants... here’s your chance! Join our Teens for Jeans campaign for a chance to win a signed pair of jeans from Kristen!

YouTuber Connor Franta… visited the DoSomething office last week, and we’re still not over his appearance in our Mental Note PSA video.

Here are 7 ways to give thanks… to service members, veterans, and their families.

#GetNoted… was the winning idea from our Road Safety Hackathon, and now you can keep up with the campaign on Instagram.

We’re sending out a call for kindness… Riley’s Way Foundation is looking for teen-led project ideas that inspire kindness (and they’re awarding up to $3,000 to make them happen).

Some belated holiday cheer… from DoSomething member Mara, who made tons of holiday cards and left them on strangers’ windshields.

This week in DoSomething dog *art*... a patriotic pug, drawn by DoSomething member Emma in her card for a military service member.

Enter for a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship through Cappex.

More Amazing Impact From the DoSomething Community!

Last week, we asked you to brag about amazing stuff you’re doing, and you did not disappoint. Here are some of our favorite answers from the DoSomething community. (And submit yours here!)

"The work that I am doing is centered around being able to care for animal well-being without having to give up meat. As a part of my Korean culture, meat is a huge part of my meals, but I care for animals. Therefore, I founded Ethical Carnivores to find the most ethical steps people can take in protecting animals who feel restricted and helpless!"

- Alexi, 16, New Jersey

“I conducted a survey in my community among the senior high students and realized most of them are weak in Physics and Mathematics. So with my knowledge in these subjects, I organized a free home tuition to help them understand the concepts better and improve on their grades.”

- Emmanuel, 19, Ghana

“At a sleepover, my friends and I went around our neighborhood collecting items for a local women's homeless shelter. There were so many people who were willing to donate, and it was so much fun spreading love and generosity around my community.”

- Mary, 12, California

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