Pick up 5 pieces of trash anywhere in your community
Collect at least 5 pieces of litter in your neighborhood, park, or community space.
Proof requirements
Photo showing you with trash bags or collected litter in a public area.
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Collect at least 5 pieces of litter in your neighborhood, park, or community space.
Photo showing you with trash bags or collected litter in a public area.
Collect and properly dispose of at least two full bags of trash from your community.
Photo of two filled trash bags ready for disposal.
Lead a small group cleanup with at least three friends in your community.
Group photo of all participants with collected trash.
Remove litter from a beach, lake shore, or riverbank in your area.
Before and after photos of the cleaned shoreline.
Clean up 1 piece of litter from a local sports field, playground, or recreational area.
Photo of cleaned area with collected trash visible.
Clear debris and litter from a storm drain or catch basin near your home.
Photo showing the cleaned storm drain area.
Volunteer at least one hour with a local environmental organization.
Photo at the organization or signed volunteer confirmation.
Attend a local environmental event, town hall, or community meeting.
Photo or event program showing your attendance.
Write and send a letter to the local government official about an environmental concern of your choice.
Photo of the letter or email confirmation sent.
Plant at least one flower, herb, or small plant in a pot, garden, or community space. Any indoor plant is accepted as well!
Photo of you planting or the finished planted item.
Sow wildflower seeds in an appropriate empty patch of land in your community.
Photo of the seeded area with seed packet visible.
Set up a working compost bin or compost system at home. Or find a YT video explaining the process.
Photo of your compost bin with materials added.
Plant three or more different plants in an approved community space.
Photo showing all three plants labeled or visible.
Design and plant a small pollinator garden using native flowers.
Photo of the pollinator garden with native plants.
Share an environmental tip on Instagram and tag @Hourquest.
Screenshot of your Instagram post with TerraServe tagged.
Post a photo of local nature on social media with an environmental caption.
Screenshot of your social media post.
Share before-and-after photos from a cleanup on social media, with HourQuest insta tagged.
Screenshot showing both before and after in the post.
Invite a friend to create an HourQuest Challenges account.
Screenshot of friend confirmation or referral message.
Teach a younger student about a specific environmental topic. Younger family members are accepted!
Photo of the teaching session or educational materials used.
Use reusable bags for an entire grocery shopping trip.
Photo at the store with reusable bags filled with groceries.
Avoid all single-use plastic for one full day.
Photo journal or collage showing plastic-free alternatives used.
Donate at least one piece of clothing to a thrift store (Goodwill default) or donation center.
Photo at the donation drop-off with your bag of clothes.
Properly collect and recycle batteries or small electronics from home. Normal alkaline go in household trash and are reusable in specialized units.
Photo at a recycling drop-off with collected items.
Use only a reusable water bottle for drinking water for 7 days.
Photo of your reusable bottle used across the week with your phone/ digital clock with the date in the background.
Eat or save all prepared food with zero waste for one day.
Photo showing meal planning or compost of unavoidable scraps only.
Turn off the lights when leaving any room for 24 consecutive hours.
Photo checklist or journal entry documenting the week.
Keep the tap off while brushing teeth for 2 days.
Photo of a note or checklist tracking the habit.
Limit showers to five minutes for five consecutive days.
Photo of a timer or shower checklist.
Unplug chargers and idle electronics when not in use for 2 days.
Photo showing unplugged devices at home.
Use walking or biking instead of car rides for transportation to one nearby destination.
Photo of you walking or biking to a destination.
Volunteer at least one hour at a health fair, blood drive, or similar community event.
Photo at the event or signed volunteer confirmation.
Donate new hygiene items (soap, toothpaste, etc.) to an approved collection point.
Photo at drop-off with donated items.
Assist a neighbor with a health-related errand (pharmacy pickup, appointment ride, etc.) with permission. Or simply asking about their health.
Photo or thank-you note (no private medical details visible).
Assemble or update a basic first-aid kit at home with essential supplies. Band-Aid, gauze, tweezers, antiseptic wipes, etc.
Photo of your completed first-aid kit.
Finish a reputable free first-aid or CPR awareness training online. Or take notes from a simple YT instruction.
Screenshot of course completion certificate or screen.
Learn and demonstrate the recovery position with a friend or family member.
Photo of both people during practice (safe setting).
Explain and demonstrate one healthy habit (hydration, sleep, hand washing, etc.) to someone else.
Photo of you teaching or a short note signed by the person who learned.
Design a simple one-page handout with accurate health tips for students. Tag the image on Instagram @hourquest.
Photo of the finished handout or screenshot if digital.
Host a short Q&A on a health topic you researched (with credible sources).
Group photo or screenshot of your notes and attendees.
Research and share three credible mental-health resources (hotlines, school counselor, etc.) with friends/family/sports team/community.
Screenshot of message/post or photo of printed resource list.
Write at least three gratitudes. Can do multiple attempts over multiple days.
Photo of one page from your journal (personal details blurred).
Host a supportive check-in (no therapy claims) group(online or in-person) where everyone shares at least one text on how they are doing.
Group photo or signed note from participants.
Include vegetables in breakfast, lunch, or dinner for one day.
Photos of meals or a simple five-day meal log.
Drink water or fresh juice instead of soda, energy drinks, or sugary beverages for one day.
Photo of your water bottle and weekly checklist.
Make a nutritious snack (fruit, nuts, yogurt, etc.) for you and someone else.
Photo of the snack you prepared and shared.
Walk at least 30 minutes (outside or on a treadmill) for wellness.
Photo or simple log showing dates and activity.
Prioritize 8 hours of sleep for 3 consecutive days.
Sleep log or journal photo covering the week.
Practice one stress-relief method (journaling, stretching, breathing).
Photo of your journal, app log, or checklist for the week.
Students sign up for an approved HEARTS UNITED FOR GOOD (HUGCLT) volunteer opportunity, attend the shift, and submit proof through HourQuest. Visit hugclt.org to sign up for a shift.
Photo at HUG, volunteer confirmation, sign-in screenshot, or confirmation from HUG staff.
Create one original, one-page printable activity sheet for McLeod residents to use during downtime. You can make a coloring page, word search, crossword, reflection prompt, gratitude page, inspirational page, or simple challenge that is positive and appropriate.
Upload your completed one-page activity as a PDF, image, Google Doc, or Canva link. Your page must be original, respectful, printable in black and white, and should not include medical advice, triggering topics, copyrighted characters, or personal information.
Students create a short post, flyer, or school announcement explaining HUG’s mission, food insecurity, or ways people can support HEARTS UNITED FOR GOOD (HUGCLT). Visit hugclt.org to learn more about HUG's mission. Tag @hourquest on Instagram
Screenshot of post, photo of flyer, or copy of announcement AND the tag on Instagram.
Students collect a small bag of pantry items, hygiene items, socks, or other HEARTS UNITED FOR GOOD (HUGCLT)-approved essentials and drop them off. 1124 Central Ave St, Charlotte, NC 28204
Photo of collected items and drop-off confirmation. Please mention on behalf of HourQuest to Mr.Tilly or ask an associate to pass along the message. Cannot verify if you do not mention HourQuest.
Collect approved rehab items like hygiene supplies, clothing, coats, journals, art supplies, or recovery-supportive books for McLeod Centers for Wellbeing.
Upload a photo of your collected items and a short list of what you donated. Turn items in through HourQuest. Drop of at Provence Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277