How to give even when you're broke

re: How to give even when you're broke

Sukey — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:39:35 GMT

Give please. Everybody likes to go their own way--to choose their own time and manner of devotion.

I am from Tajikistan and bad know English, please tell me right I wrote the following sentence: "Bedford now sells drugs with presentations."

THX :o, Sukey.

re: How to give even when you're broke

Umilta — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:15:00 GMT

Karen, this is a very good thing that you have going on here. My major is international studies and I am looking into being part of this program for a long time now. I am actually going to start volunteering at the Phoenix Baptist Hospital soon. I know that I feel that there are other places that my help wold be needed but every one needs help sometime. I know that I am not getting any money for doing this, but I am getting so much in return...The reason is because I am gainging so kind of experience which I never had and offering free service, but I am really going to be looking into the other charity places that you mentioned especially the adult litercy program. Thank you so mcuh for your words of inspiration.

re: How to give even when you're broke

Ma´rcia Maria — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 19:05:38 GMT

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re: How to give even when you're broke

Deezy92 — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 22:11:42 GMT

Like VeeGee, I've given 10% of my income my entire life. I have 4 children and they do this as well, even if for them it amounts to only $9 of giving for an entire year. I gave 10% when we only earned 12k a yr with 2 kids, and we give 10+% now that we earn 500K a yr and with 4 kids. We donated 52K this year and I feel humbled beyond belief that we've been so blessed that we *can* donate that much. But, I felt humbled that we could manage to donate $1200 when we only earned $12K a yr also. I know it can be overwhelming to see all of the need around us. We, as a family, pick a few things we feel strongly about and focus there. My children get a voice too. This year, we focused on a homeless shelter for pregnant mothers, a church fund for the needy, and my children also picked the Humane Society. My children have the biggest hearts. When asked by their G-ma what they wanted for Christmas, they asked her to donate $$ to St Jude's Children's Hospital in their names. How many 12, 9, and 4 yr olds do you know that would ask for that? If my family could leave any legacy in this world, I hope that it's a legacy of compassion and giving hearts.

re: How to give even when you're broke

VeeGee — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:00:59 GMT

Thank you for your informative and detailed article, and thanks to those of you who have posted many new and interesting (for me) ways of helping. Thankfully, most of us do not suffer "compassion fatigue", like "Patty".

I could understand feeling overwhelmed and helpless sometimes by the number of people, animals in need of help and good deeds, but always feel like I'd love to be able to do more. I currently give approximately 10% in cold hard cash, of my annual salary - which is only $65,000.

My parents taught me "There, but for the Grace of God, go I"...

re: How to give even when you're broke

Tenshi K. — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:53:00 GMT

Hey Patty (page 1)- The reason charity exists is because at times taxes and other obligations outside of children and mortgage payments take every cent a person has and we can't afford food. Take it from a starving student, there IS a real and true need for communities to work together to help each other survive.

Or for those of us with children- think of it this way. When you were young (3-10) and everybody around you was chattering exicetedly about Christmas and getting toys, weren't you happy to participate and wonder yourself? Some children don't have even that small hope because they're all too aware that mommy and daddy can't make rent this year so their gift is the house and supper. Giving that one child a gently used bear can make his entire year- we give time money and support to the best of our abilities because showing even a little love goes a long way. It saves lives, as you do each time you donate blood and it makes a BIG difference to those who are forced to recieve instead of give. Besides, I'll bet if you took a poll those less fortunate could tell you that they try and do their part to give back. I also give blood and buy a homeless person a meal whenever I can, even if it's tough to feed myself some days.

The goverment has nothing to do with human compassion and love. This isn't an attack, all I'm saying is take heart- the good things you do for the community and others help and it's not a scam. If you need more proof the next time you see a young homeless person, offer them food and see the smile you'll get back. That's not the media- that's the real deal, from them to you.

re: How to give even when you're broke

Lee Williamson — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 20:43:31 GMT

I have never donated my free time or training for a worthwhile project. Maybe a few over these last 50 years but nothing that I can immediately recall. Except working with the Lions club. (they don't exist now in my home town). Its not that I won't volunteer but rather where are those different needs people have beyond some of the common known organizations. There has to be some way of knowing what is out there. It would be a good thing to have a centeralized call center or someother way of letting us wanabe volunteers some choices. Churches are informed of needs but they too have available personnel. Maybe our local daily newspaper, but how would they go about not idenifying and possible embarrasing people. Any suggestions?

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Suzanne Keefe — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 19:18:41 GMT

Most of the people I work with use plastic bags for their lunches. I use mine until they are worn out Also, turning in cans at "can banks" can generate a little cash to help the poor.

Nursing home residents appreciate someone who can even just visit once a month, to talk with them, read, write a letter, etc. I used to be a Social Worker in a nursing home, and I have a granddaughter who is a resident now, with a traumatic brain injury. You should see the joy on her face when she has a visitor. Happy Holidays!

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rhall — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:51:35 GMT

Just to let you know S. Martin, I didn't hear gripping I heard that your reaching out for help brainstorming a difficulty. Someone will have a good idea. Keep phisically mobile and affect life where you can. Lets all count our blessings, I'm sure the fortitude that helped in working 2 & 3 jobs is still strong. Cudo's! I'm using my hands to make things for the silent auctions that are held for folks who need help when there sudden turn of events in their lives. Some items have fetched a better amount than I could have donated. Thanks for the article, I havn't checked in with the homeless shelter reciently, I bet I could help somehow, for a little bit here and there.

re: How to give even when you're broke

S. Martin — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:11:39 GMT

hi i never sent a comment before. it is part questions regarding others blogs. How do u get started?? i could use any hellpful information. i live in Schenectady, NY. i don't know how to access the system for food stamps & energy assistance. when i ph regarding info. i am told because i live with a relative, my son i do not qualify. it is getting tough out here when u r retired. i have no car, and health problems. a retired nurse/counselor that finding even a part-time job not to me . it is depressing. any options anyone can offer me. i would appreciate. i never thought after raising 4 kids as a single parent. i would never not have a job. 3 went to college. all r good adults. i just am used to working 2 & 3 jobs. put myself through college. and in albany since i moved in 2003 . i continue to be unemployed. & increased medical needs. i am sure i am not alone. and don't mean to be a baby and crip. but, guess i thought i had done better for myself. that's life. sandy The medicare cab is a God's sent.