A teenager named Lauren Schroeder realized this when she volunteered at a community food nonprofit at age 14.

Then, the real work began.

Since the summers in Iowa are very hot and dry, she had to water them daily.

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Lauren added, Every day, it took about two or three hours before or after softball practice.

But all her efforts paid off.

I want to impact community members she toldKWQC.

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Many people help you out, but it makes more difference when you help other people out.

Thats what makes me most happy.

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