When you encounter someone who is sleeping on a sidewalk, covered in filth and tattered clothes, what do you do? What do you think? The common answer in our society is to keep walking, do not make eye contact, and hope that person doesn't follow you. We are afraid that we will put our self… Continue reading Dinner, Duds, and Great Conversation
Tag: philanthropy
Learn to Love to Read
I have been blessed to be a reader in the Real Men Read program for the last four years. I shared one of my experiences in our year one, week 19 blog titled "Read and Be a Rock Star". I am a true believer in the title that I used for that post. When you… Continue reading Learn to Love to Read
Participating in Animal Enrichment
I am often asked what parents need to do to get their children active, involved, and excited about volunteering. We have been blessed that our girls have embraced our mission and that they get excited about helping others. The process was not, and will not, be easy. There are, however, things that can be done to… Continue reading Participating in Animal Enrichment
A Teacher for a Day
It is no secret that I am a huge advocate for childhood development. I have involved myself with many organizations that focus on teaching children about core life skills while building self-esteem. Our volunteer experiences with many great organizations has increased my exposure to and admiration for the work that is done in our community to serve… Continue reading A Teacher for a Day
The Cornerstone of a Community
I grew up in a small central Indiana town that had three stoplights and zero fast food restaurants. It was not a hot bed for entertainment, especially for kids. There was no youth center, Boys and Girls Club, or structured after school programs. It lacked a place where kids could gather and be kids. Unfortunately,… Continue reading The Cornerstone of a Community
Four Girls and The Rescue Mission
We recently had the opportunity to volunteer at The Rescue Mission in Fort Wayne, a faith-based non-profit organization that provides services to men, women, and children who are experiencing a homeless crisis. We helped serve those in need during the Sunday evening meal. The awesome thing about this week's experience was that we had a couple… Continue reading Four Girls and The Rescue Mission
March for Babies
In November of 2011, we volunteered for the March Of Dimes on World Prematurity Day. Erica and I had the opportunity to visit babies in the NICUs of our local hospitals. Unfortunately, the girls were not able to participate because of their age. They were disappointed because they would have loved to visit the babies, experience the emotions, and learn more about premature birth. I am… Continue reading March for Babies
Making a Connection
We often hear people say "I would like to get involved in the community, but I just do not have time." For some, this statement is an easy out because they do not really want to get involved. For others, this statement might be true. I have a hard time believing it however. We all… Continue reading Making a Connection
Get Up and Dance
My view of the world is much different today than it was almost a year ago. Week after week, volunteer experiences have opened my eyes to social issues in our society, organizations that serve people, and the emotions that are intertwined within it all. I have also been exposed to inspiring individuals, community collaboration, and creative minds. I… Continue reading Get Up and Dance
An Amazing Race
For over ten years couples have been traveling around the world completing challenges on the CBS reality show The Amazing Race. Each challenge must be completed in order to receive clues that lead to the next destination and the next challenge. It is a race against other teams, time, and your emotions. Those who watch the show often dream… Continue reading An Amazing Race
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