You don't have to be the Light...but you can be a "Spark"

Philippines
October 29, 2009 10:17am CST
[b]"Philanthropies or rich people give donations to a lot to help but the true essence of help comes from the volunteer, because you give yourself, talent, time and effort to either make that child or person happy or give them worth of your time I don't have to be the light but I can be a spark, even with little things, i can make a difference my own little way."[/b] (i couldn't find the source of what she said) this were the final comments in one of our facilitator in the school where i went a few days ago, she was conducting a joint project between that school and the foundation that i volunteer to work with. It was a long story but I'll try to make it short. it was part of curriculum where students went to typhoon affected areas, and do educate and entertain them. as a result, students, which was formed in groups from that college realized how lucky they are that they can study and can afford to buy things compare to those who can barely have a shoe or uniform to wear. Well, i got my share of rants and complaints but after seeing the other-side, I realized i don't i have the right anymore since i still got many compare to them who can barely have anything. Have a Great Day.
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• United States
1 Nov 09
R.D and I both donate a lot of time to the children in our area we like to spend time with the abused children around this area. I have to say that when you get to spend time with the kid's it may not be a lot but it make's them happy and that can make your whole week. It also make's the kid's feel better knowing that someone care's.
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• Malaysia
30 Oct 09
You've heard of the expression that when you give alms, you shouldn't "let your left hand know what your right is doing". Well, there are some people out there who violate this guideline to such a degree that it's highly questionable whether they're generous at all. Indeed, some "philanthropists" couldn't care less about people or the causes they give to. They seem to be interested in only one thing - getting the credit.
• Philippines
30 Oct 09
Hi! This discussion reminds me of a song and prayer that we have in La Salle. It's called the "One La Salle Prayer". Let me be the change I want to see To do with strength and wisdom All that needs to be done And become the hope that I can be Set me free from my fears and hesitations Grant me courage and humility Fill me with spirit to face the challenge And start the change we long to see Even if I'm not the light I CAN BE THE SPARK In faith, service, and communion Let us start the change we want to see The change that begins in me I do believe that everything starts with us. We have to change ourselves before we can change others. Volunteering in such situations, you can't help but feel really blessed. Discontent is pushed to the side when you see them struggling to regain their lives after what happened. It doesn't hurt to be a blessing to others. Continue that spirit of volunteerism and spread the love