We want to involve the young people in any activities done as part of join hands day. Because it is the way that Join Hands Day will be done in the future, we want as many assemblies as possible to try it this year. It is important to involve the youth in the planning of any project. Too often Adults decide on a project that is important to them, and the only involvement by youth is to do the work. Meet with the young ones and decide on a project.
Many small projects are better than one big one.
Let the kids identify a project that appeals to them, and have the adults supply expertise. If you have no juvenile members or relatives, consider partnering with a group such as the Scouts or Campfire Girls. Many schools now require community service before graduation. Contact your local high school and work with them to identify problems and remedy them. Every adult that I meet in the fraternal benefit system complains of the lack of participation by the young people.