Comments for Year of Giving http://yearofgiving.org 365 stories of personal giving Wed, 02 May 2012 20:17:18 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ Comment on Day 317 – Willie G. by Update: Willie Geist (Day 317) « Year of Giving http://yearofgiving.org/2010/11/15/day-317-willie-g/#comment-14300 Wed, 02 May 2012 20:17:18 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=2949#comment-14300 [...] last weekend I ran into one of my better known $10 recipients – Willie Geist from Day 317. Saturday night had become Sunday morning and the scene at the Italian Embassy where MSNBC was [...]

]]> Comment on Week 50 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Wheels to Africa by Amiable Amiable http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/17/week-50-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-wheels-to-africa/#comment-11546 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:12:24 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4765#comment-11546 Congratulations, Reed, on an amazing journey – your Year of Volunteering. You ended it on a high note, which, of course, is no surprise. Each of your posts about your experiences is just as inspiring as the last, and this is no exception. If we only had more young Winstons! My admiration and thanks to him for his selflessness and passion in helping others.

I’ve been remiss in keeping up with all of your posts, but you are often on my mind since meeting you in the fall. Each time I pass someone in need in DC, I am reminded of your generosity. I also view people who seem to have more than they need and wonder what their reaction might have been if you had given them $10.

You and Winston are alike in that you are both unassuming. You’ve done wonderful things for others, but you don’t toot your own horns. This morning, I saw the Eve Selis music video in this post from Mostly Bright Ideas, and thought of you. But, now, after reading about Winston, I realize it is appropriate for him, too.

(P.S. Note this from the post: Eve sings in at least six major charity fundraisers every year, and is active in the fight against breast cancer.)

http://mostlybrightideas.wordpress.com/2012/01/19/on-the-eve-of-greatness/

]]> Comment on Get Involved by Tiffany Kristin Polasek http://yearofgiving.org/contact/#comment-10893 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:10:49 +0000 http://yearofgiving.wordpress.com/?page_id=16#comment-10893 Hello! My coworker offered that I share what I am doing for at our local high school theatre program. We collect used formal gowns and evening dresses from the community and share them with high school students who cannot afford dresses or just want a cheaper option. It makes me feel GREAT! I often buy dresses at thrift stores to donate to the cause. One students told me that she still wears her dress at home, even after prom, because it makes her feel like a princess! :O) Tiffany

]]> Comment on Week 50 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Wheels to Africa by Reed Sandridge http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/17/week-50-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-wheels-to-africa/#comment-10816 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:48:37 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4765#comment-10816 Thanks Eric! I’ve enjoyed your comments on the Year of Giving. Stay tuned for more to come!!

]]> Comment on Week 50 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Wheels to Africa by Reed Sandridge http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/17/week-50-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-wheels-to-africa/#comment-10815 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:47:44 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4765#comment-10815 Bea, thanks for your comment. I too think it is wonderful. A major reason for this is that they have to meet service hour requirements in order to graduate high school. I recently have heard an increased number of scholarships available for college bound students who have demonstrated strong commitments to volunteering.

]]> Comment on Week 50 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Wheels to Africa by Bea http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/17/week-50-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-wheels-to-africa/#comment-10788 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:14:21 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4765#comment-10788 I find it amazing that so many young people are now volunteering! Thank you for sharing this story.

]]> Comment on Week 50 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Wheels to Africa by Eric Winger http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/17/week-50-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-wheels-to-africa/#comment-10786 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:07:43 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4765#comment-10786 “…I asked him if he ever wished that he had started a “Harmonicas for Africa” organization instead …”

Love it!

Very nice, project. And very nice year, Reed. All my best in whatever direction you head next!

]]> Comment on Week 45 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: D.C. Hunger Solutions by Reed Sandridge http://yearofgiving.org/2011/12/14/week-45-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-d-c-hunger-solutions/#comment-10229 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:26:00 +0000 http://yearofgiving.wordpress.com/?p=4680#comment-10229 Recent article in Street Sense discusses the challenge of eating on SNAP ($31.50/week per family) budget in more detail. See Hannah Morgan’s article: http://streetsense.org/2011/11/31-50-a-reasonable-family-food-budget/

]]> Comment on Week 48 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Washington Parks and People by Reed Sandridge http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/02/week-48-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-washington-parks-and-people/#comment-10191 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 23:07:56 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4745#comment-10191 Thansk Shirley…good to hear from you. It was an awesome day of volunteering and there is no doubt that many will benefit from the new trees.

]]> Comment on Week 48 of Reed’s Year of Volunteering: Washington Parks and People by SHIRLEY BARTLETT http://yearofgiving.org/2012/01/02/week-48-of-reeds-year-of-volunteering-washington-parks-and-people/#comment-10176 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:41:16 +0000 http://yearofgiving.org/?p=4745#comment-10176 Great job, Reed. Those trees are going to make a difference to so many people – from those who gaze out over the view, to those who sit under them enjoying their shade, to the birds and other creatures that make them home.

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