A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...May 4th would not be celebrated. Instead, a war would break out among the stars with an entire galaxy's fate resting in the hands of Anakin Skywalker...and then Luke Skywalker...and then Rey Skywalker. Okay, Rey isn't a Skywalker...for now.

I absolutely love Star Wars Day! It's a great day to remember an incredible franchise that shaped culture and was a force for change in movies, literature, and scientific advancements. As a kid, my imagination would soar like an X-Wing, dodging the blaster fire of reality, to escape in a world of adventure. 

There is a special feeling attached to Star Wars that has been incredibly difficult to explain, at least for me. Star Wars captivates you in ways you can't describe as a kid and that feeling just sticks with you as you age. If you're new to Star Wars, I can't guarantee the "feels" would be there for you considering the wide assortment of science fiction options on the market today. It's an experience you have at a young age that really influences you. You feel like you can be Jedi, a smuggler, a princess, a hero. 

Now I don't want to really go too much into what you SHOULD be doing today. It's pretty obvious. You can do anything to show of your love for Star Wars. However, I have a recommendation if you want to be a Star Wars hero in real life.

Each year, Star Wars: Force for Change helps raise money for charities around the world that help children with healthcare and/or education. This year, they are teaming up with UNICEF Kid Power and Starlight Children's Foundation.

If you want to donate, I will provide links below to the Force For Change along with the individual foundations mentioned.

If you can't donate, but still want to help, I have a challenge for you! Well, they do actually...

#ROARFORCHANGE

Roar For Change is a global challenge that supports UNICEF. All you have to do is share your own version of Chewbacca's roar on any social media platform with #RoarForChange. You can do this anytime between now and May 25th and for every post, like, or share, Star Wars: Force for Change will donate $1 to UNICEF. I would turn Star Wars Day into a weekend and bust out a cool post. 

To learn more about the initiatives, click on the buttons below:

Take the Pledge

Donate

Take the Challenge

I hope you all have a great Star Wars Day and make sure to celebrate! And now, to leave you with a song that has been stuck in my head for days. May the force be with you. -J.J.