The art of giving

[meguey]

In the last few months, something big happened in my life. I gave $500 to a total stranger.  I forget exactly how I heard about her amazing  project, but I believed in her cause and in her talent, and I wanted to support her.  So I did. It was little at first, just the $25 I thought I could spare. But then I became increasingly invested in seeing

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[mrs_dragon]

This is something that I keep returning to. What's enough? What's too much? Too little?

Charity is one of those things that can so easily fall through the cracks and, unless you make it a priority, it never happens and it's so easy to think "Oh we/I just didn't have the money."

I'm trying to get the hubby on board, but I really want to identify a few of our favorite charities and make a point of setting aside money/time and donating on a regular basis. It's another thing on the "to do after the PE list"--research charities. But I also want to keep a flexible bit for donations--for bloggers who are doing something inspiring for friends doing great things, etc.

I'm excited for you! : )

[shm_hisforever]

Paying it forward is so wonderful!! It is something I am trying to do in a small way too. Enjoy!!

[peacockdress]

That's amazing. One of the things that's surprised me most about this project is the way it's changed the lives of donors as well as Haitians and us volunteers. Thank you, and you're most welcome.