Reforest Spokane Day, scaring hunger and more

Do something: How to get involved in your community this week

Reforest Spokane Day, scaring hunger and more
Help Reforest Spokane on Saturday.

During this annual event, now in its sixth year, thousands of trees will be planted by volunteers in the community. The mission of Reforest Spokane Day is to continue to plant trees as a community until future generations in the beautiful Inland Northwest are surrounded by one million trees that symbolize community, stewardship, and dedication. Sat, Oct. 14 from 10 am-1 pm. Locations vary; sign up at landscouncil.org.

Scare Hunger Away

Throughout the month of October, Global Credit Union is collecting canned goods to benefit Second Harvest (Spokane/Tri-Cities), Community Action Partnership (Coeur d'Alene), and Post Falls Food Bank. Donations are accepted at all area branches; for every 100 cans collected, Global will donate $20. Through Oct. 31. globalcu.org/community

Spokane Philanthropy Awards

Join the Emerging Leaders Society at its signature recognition luncheon celebrating the many acts of compassion and philanthropy occurring throughout our Spokane community. Wed, Oct. 18 from noon-1:15 pm. $50/person; $500/table of 10. Davenport Grand Hotel, 333 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. tinyurl.com/gotospa2017

Soup for the Soul

Support Sacred Heart Children's Hospital's Arts in Healing program by ordering a bowl of soup at participating Spokane-area restaurants on Wednesdays throughout October. Participating restaurants can be found at washington.providence.org/events/phc/soup-for-the-soul. ♦

Tell us about your event or other opportunities to get involved. Submit events at Inlander.com/getlisted or email [email protected].