Self Organizing - 3D Wall Displays

Overview
People perceive and mirror images/actions they see frequently in their everyday surroundings. This project leads you through creating wall displays to help educate people about service acts, healthy choices and positively impacting the economy.

Supporting Organizations

YMCA, 4-H, Boys & Girls Club, or other youth-serving organization
Health departments
Hospitals
Schools
Faith-based organizations (e.g., churches, synagogues, temple)
Community centers

Materials

Plywood to accommodate the size you want your image to be upon completion.
Oil-based paint - http://homeimprovement.lovetoknow.com/Best_Paint_for_Plywood_Floor
Paint brushes
Image/designs that can be drawn free-hand or traced from a projector
Nails
Hammer
Two 2x4 wood pieces to connect the plywood to the wall (this gives the image a 3D look)

Instructions

Identify a supporting organization that can verify your volunteer activities and accept your donation of wall displays. Volunteers should complete one scene each.
Find an image of an act of service or promoting health.

Draw, trace or use a projector to transfer image onto plywood.
Paint selected image on the plywood and let dry.
Nail the 2x4 at the top and bottom of the back side of the plywood.
To secure art on the wall, mount piece to the wall at the top and bottom - http://www.essortment.com/home/howtoinstallw_sicb.htm
Deliver art to designated location

Reflection
After your volunteer project, it is important to reflect on the experience – to think about what you did, what you learned from it and the impact it had. Here are some suggested activities:

Tell your family and friends about something you learned and if/how you will continue to help others.
Draw a picture, write a poem or create a jingle about the service activity.
Write about your experience on your blog, FaceBook or Twitter.
Write a letter to the editor to discuss your experience and encourage others to serve.
If you’re working with a group of volunteers for this project, lead a group discussion with questions such as:

Why did you volunteer today?
What did you learn about service, healthy acts, or the organization(s) we helped through this project?
What is one thing you will remember most about this service activity?
How can you continue to make a difference in our community?