- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
"To lead by example. "
Janet 's points
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,478 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO27locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO200pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO770minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO1.0idea or resourceshared
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UP TO39individualsrecognized for sustainability
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO680minutesspent outdoors
Janet 's actions
Personal
Prepare for Extreme Weather
Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Speak Up for Wildlife Protection
Wildlife needs support from people. I will take 2 actions, such as volunteering, signing petitions, contacting leaders, or sharing information on social media, to help protect habitats and species.
What is resilience?
Share a Definition of Resilience
Sharing builds common understanding. I will share 1 definitions of resilience that resonate with me—through conversations, social media, or the event feed—to help others explore what resilience means.
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Donate to Support Wildlife
There are many amazing projects supporting wildlife and their habitats. I will choose a project or organization to support that helps species and habitats I care about and make a donation.
Take the Pre-Survey
Take the Pre-Event Survey
I’ll take a short pre-survey to share what motivated me to join — and earn 15 points! (If I already took the survey by email, I’ll just mark this action complete to get my points.)
Soil and Food
Eat Local and Seasonal Foods
Local and seasonal foods require fewer resources, support nearby farmers, and keep soils healthier through diverse planting. I will source 2 meals per week from local or seasonal producers—such as markets, CSAs, or co-ops—to strengthen community food resilience.
Personal
Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep
Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 15 minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
Soil and Food
Grow Something to Eat
Growing food builds resilience by connecting us to the soil and reducing reliance on long supply chains. I will grow edible plants—such as herbs, vegetables, or grains—in my home, balcony, or community space, strengthening both my food security and local biodiversity.
What is resilience?
Explore Resilience in Nature
Resilience is all around us in the natural world. I will spend 10 minutes outdoors looking for examples of resilience—such as plants regrowing, animals adapting, or seasonal cycles—and reflect on what they teach about thriving through change.
Work and Organizations
Host a Cleanup Event with Colleagues
Shared projects at work strengthen teams and build organizational resilience. I will host or join 1 cleanup events with colleagues, classmates, or group members to improve our environment and strengthen collaboration.
Share My Why
Share My Why
I will share my Ecochallenge story and why I'm taking action for the planet — and earn 15 points!
Share My Why
Take the Earth Month Ecochallenge Feedback Survey
I will take a short survey about my experience to help the Ecochallenge team improve future events, earn a chance to win a prize, and earn 15 points!
Work and Organizations
Recognize Someone’s Contribution
Recognition strengthens trust and connection. I will recognize 1 people in my organization for their contributions, showing appreciation that helps build resilience and morale.
Personal
Go Get a Check Up
Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.
Participant Feed
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Janet Beach 4/30/2026 2:22 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
We are #7 out of 357 teams in total points! And still a bit of time to go! -
Janet Beach 4/30/2026 2:14 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
This has been an amazing month! Just look at the impacts you have had, we have had, the whole community has had! I hope each and every one of you knows just how vital you are and what a difference you have made in just one month. I'm so proud of you! -
Janet Beach 4/29/2026 2:51 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
Winding down, but just look at those impacts! Great work everyone! -
Janet Beach 4/28/2026 6:49 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
Spending a day hiking with students is one of my favorite parts of the semester.-
Parin Patel 4/28/2026 6:52 PM
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Janet Beach 4/26/2026 1:39 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
The challenge has gone by so quickly! What was the most surprising thing you discovered in the last month?-
Mary Hanks 4/26/2026 3:26 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
That I may not have the patience to do nature projects with overprivileged 9-year-olds. :)
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Janet Beach 4/25/2026 3:46 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
What a beautiful day to be outside!-
Shane Harris 4/25/2026 7:03 PM- Adventurer 🏔
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Madeleine Keefe 819 4/25/2026 4:05 PM- Book Lover 📚
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Janet Beach 4/23/2026 10:00 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
The challenge is starting to wind down, and look at what we have accomplished! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonalWhat motivated you to schedule or attend your check-up, and how did it make you feel afterward that you completed this action?
Janet Beach 4/23/2026 9:59 AMIt's just that time for my annual exam. A reminder is always good. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSoil and FoodWhat did you decide to grow, and how did it feel to start (or care for) your plants? What connections did it give you to soil or food resilience?
Janet Beach 4/23/2026 9:58 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
I'm starting some thyme, my favorite cooking herb.-
Hillary Tejada 4/29/2026 11:18 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
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Angelica Herculano (Correct) 4/23/2026 7:12 PM
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Janet Beach 4/19/2026 8:41 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- Plant-Based Foodie 🥬
We are the #1 team in Illinois! Way to go everyone!