Paying it Forward and Paying it Back

The latest rage right now is charity through social media. And it works, virtually by mere networking. You can reach more people to announce your cause to generate contributions in the service of others.

There are many worthwhile charities out there; you’d be amiss to say there are not. They all do some good in many different ways.

But there are very few that move silently with their agendas, not calling much attention to themselves, literally blending with the tragic landscape around them whilst helping people in the greatest need.

I have one charity in mind, in particular. One that has touched more people than any other. In a disaster, they are generally the first ones to respond. Not only do they assist with much needed food, clean water and medicine to 128 countries worldwide in crisis, they serve the homeless, hungry and poor of every zip code across the United States since 1865.

One in every six Americans live in poverty, and they have made it their mission to assist in any way possible. No one is ever turned away.  They “exist to meet human need wherever, whenever and however …” they can.

They work to:

·         Help disaster survivors

·         Cure hunger

·         Overcome poverty

·         Provide shelter

·         Fight human trafficking

·         Stop domestic abuse

·         Help families

·         Teach kids

·         Empower the arts

·         Assist the unemployed

·         Combat addiction

·         Love the elderly

·         Serve veterans

·         Meet the greatest need

·         Brighten the holidays, and

·         SHARE GOD’S LOVE

This worthwhile charity is the Salvation Army.

Now, when we speak of the Salvation Army, sometimes we think of this:

Or this:

But, in reality, that’s only a fraction of what they do. You might be surprised to learn that they do this:

Or this:

Or even this:

             

Photo courtesy of Corsicana Daily Sun

Article "Salvation Army disaster service begins after Harvey landfall in Texas"

As you can see from the photo above, it's still raining, the ground is still wet, and the Salvation Army are the only ones there.

A friend of mine has donated his birthday to generate contributions for a cause that many people hold very dear.  What this means is, that in lieu of receiving any gifts, he prefers that the money be contributed towards helping others.

It is a fine and selfless thing.  I’m lucky to know him at all.

And that’s why I’m challenging everyone to just contribute one dollar. Just a buck. It can’t even buy you a cup of coffee anymore. But if everyone would just donate one dollar, it will go a long way.

Just to show you how much I believe in the Salvation Army, if Mr. Russell meets his $500 goal through your generous donations, I will provide electronic copies of all of my books (ebooks) free on November 4^th and 5^th.

Please log in to Facebook and visit the link here to contribute.

Thank you so much, it really means a lot.