It All Makes a Difference
I don't usually make two posts in one day anymore. But I ran across a story today about a guy who gives whatever he can to a charitable organization everyday. I have wanted to find ways to give for a long time now. I was operating under the impression hat you had to give thousands of dollars for it to be worthwhile. As it turns out, I was I wrong.
Carlo Garcia gives anywhere from $5 to $200 to organizations that serve people—everyday. He has given away about $2,500 this year. He maintains a blog that allows his followers—some 5,000 now—to give as well. They have given about $3,400.
In the past month, I have given about $45 to two organizations that help people around the world get fresh drinking water into their homes—Water.org and charity: water. One of them also provided sanitation assistance. I thought that was nothing until I read Carlo's story. All it really takes is for people to help each other. If everyone gave a little bit, it would help a lot.
I have posted a widget on this blog where you can go to Carlo's blog to read about him, and maybe donate a little money to the cause.
If you really can't afford to donate money, there are plenty of other ways you can help the people in this world who need it. Habitat for Humanity always needs volunteers—I plan to get involved in this organization in anyway I can. There are plenty of other organizations that can use office help, food delivery services, or phone calls to shut ins. It doesn't take a huge wallet to make a difference. It just takes a willingness to give.
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