In December, in honor of International Volunteer Day, New Acropolis branches across Israel united for a national day of service. Under the banner of the project “Doing Good: Cleaning the Land,” volunteers transformed philosophical ideals into tangible community support, restoring both local spaces and human spirits.

Restoring Light to Homes
In Tel Aviv, the day focused on the power of human connection. Volunteers visited the homes of elderly residents to assist with deep cleaning and organization. The impact was immediate and emotional. One resident, her face lighting up with a wide smile, remarked: “So much light has entered my house! It feels like a different place.”

Dialogue, Environment, and Youth
In Haifa, the activity began with a philosophical reflection on the essence of volunteering — exploring the question what volunteering means to me and what is more difficult: giving or receiving? This was followed by a cleanup of the streets surrounding the center, an eco-market for sustainable goods, and a musical jam session.
In Menahamia, volunteers renovated the courtyard of a local youth center, planting a vegetable garden and building a new wooden stage and campfire area to provide a vibrant space for youth gatherings and performances.

Commitment Honored Through Service
In Rishon LeZion, volunteers dedicated their time to renovating the public foyer of their local branch. The day carried extra significance as the city held a festive ceremony honoring the outstanding volunteer organizations of 2025. New Acropolis was proud to be named among the top five organizations, recognized for its tireless work — from supporting families during national emergencies and running summer camps for displaced children to ongoing neighborhood cleanup projects.

Whether cleaning a home, planting a garden, or reflecting on the nature of giving, the message of volunteering was clear: philosophy is not a silent study, but a lived experience that cleaning the land and serving people, we cultivate our own inner strength and foster a more compassionate world.