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Volunteer, clean up, or donate: Good deeds you can do in Lakeland

Reach out to help and support your local Lakeland community with these upcoming service opportunities.

A swan swimming across Lake Morton at sunset

Keep Lakeland beautiful literally or figuratively when you lend a helping hand.

Photo via @cathyannstokes

Did you know there’s an annual day dedicated to doing good deeds? Good Deeds Day is on April 16, but you can make a difference in the Lakeland community anytime. Keep reading for a few upcoming opportunities — from donating to local nonprofits to volunteering your time and talents.

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