This idea came to me this week, not long after watching the Inauguration of Pres. Obama. As much as I want to give back, to contribute, to make the world a better place, it seems constraints of time always get in the way, and I can't afford to give the kind of large financial gifts that really make a huge impact.
However, I realized that one of the main ways I can give back is to teach my daughter and son the importance of giving back -- pass it on to the next generation.
My daughter, Molly, is 8. She has a kind heart. She's generous, compassionate and considerate.
So, together, we will carry this project out.
Each week of the year, we will choose one group that could use a small gift of $5. When the year is up, we will have given 52 gifts in all. We know that no one small gift can make that much difference, but, maybe others will be inspired to give small gifts, as well.
And just like the millions of people who see the potential for change in Pres. Obama, our small gifts can be combined to make a huge difference in our world.
Our next step is to begin choosing the groups that will receive our gifts. We're a few weeks behind and have to get busy!
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Every week for one year, we will make a small donation to a group that is doing work we believe in. Maybe you should, too!
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