I have been amazed and inspired over the past few weeks by the outpouring of generosity and kindness shown towards Haiti from all over the world.
As I worked out on the elliptical at the gym, I was nearly in tears while watching the "Hope for Haiti" telethon. I was happy to see how many celebrities came together to motivate action in their fans.
However, the gesture that has inspired me the most did not come from the multi-millionaires I watched on TV. After learning about the destruction in Haiti, the teenagers I work with at the youth shelter collectively decided to forgo the few recreational activities they get to do each month and instead, donate the money to Haiti. I am so proud that those kids, who themselves have so little, found a way to go above and beyond to help those in need.
Because of their generosity, I have started my own fundraiser for Haiti. Between now and Valentine's Day, 50% of proceeds from items sold in my Etsy shop will be donated to Doctors Without Borders to benefit Haitian relief efforts.
Thank you to everyone who in their own way, has found a way to reach out to our neighbors in Haiti.
As I worked out on the elliptical at the gym, I was nearly in tears while watching the "Hope for Haiti" telethon. I was happy to see how many celebrities came together to motivate action in their fans.
However, the gesture that has inspired me the most did not come from the multi-millionaires I watched on TV. After learning about the destruction in Haiti, the teenagers I work with at the youth shelter collectively decided to forgo the few recreational activities they get to do each month and instead, donate the money to Haiti. I am so proud that those kids, who themselves have so little, found a way to go above and beyond to help those in need.
Because of their generosity, I have started my own fundraiser for Haiti. Between now and Valentine's Day, 50% of proceeds from items sold in my Etsy shop will be donated to Doctors Without Borders to benefit Haitian relief efforts.
Thank you to everyone who in their own way, has found a way to reach out to our neighbors in Haiti.
