Give Generously of Your Time and Your Money

I want you to be successful in life. Not so that you can buy lots of stuff, but because the more you make, the more you can give.

I just finished the book, “A Path Appears” by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl Wudunn and it was nothing short of life-changing. Although the book sells for less than $20, it is quite possibly the most expensive book I’ve ever purchased because on every page, I was inspired to reach out to someone else…to help one more person.

“Just because we can’t help everyone doesn’t mean that we should help no one.”

— A Path Appears

I was raised with the belief that we should help those who need it. It’s what makes us human and what makes our lives worth living.

Yesterday you came home with a note from school that you are collecting food for local families that need it. We immediately opened our pantry and filled a bag with food. We did this to help people in our neighborhood today, but we also did it so that you will help people all over the world for the rest of your life.

I want you to see that what we have been given, is meant to be shared. We share our food, our home, our love, our money, out time and our talents. Whatever we have been given, is to be shared with those who need it.

I don’t want you to walk out into the world blindly and giving everything away without thought. As with everything in life, do your research. Be thorough. And then give where it feels right.

“If you’re buying a large-screen television, you’ll probably conduct a bit of research to make sure you get your money’s worth. Do the same with your donations.”

— A Path Appears

If the mom in front of you at the grocery store is a couple dollars short to pay for food for her kids, help her out. Don’t make a big deal about it. Do it quietly and without fanfare.

If a friend is driving through town and needs a place to stay, offer your couch.

If you see a cause either domestically or globally that angers you, give them your time and expertise.

Be kind.

Be generous.

Give what you have to give, no matter how small. You’d be surprised at how valuable a smile can be to someone who really needs it. (tweet this)

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