Ah, holiday shopping. If you look forward to this annual ritual about as much as a root canal, I hear you. After all, does your sister really want that dust-collector that you’ll pay too much for at the last minute out of desperation? And you know you will.
Why not do something different? This year, why not consider making a gift to your favorite charity in someone’s honor?
There are a lot of advantages to this strategy. You can do it in your jammies in front of the computer. Your sis will be happy you thought so highly of her. You’ll look like a stand-up guy/gal in front of your whole family. You’ll stick to your budget. It won’t make you fat. You’ll be helping others who need it. But most of all, instead of that buy-buy-buy pressure, you’ll get to feel something that people are always talking about this time of year. Real, honest-to-God joy.
Bottom line, it feels really good to give.
It’s a tough time right now for many people, around the world and right here at home. Philanthropy is what fuels the organizations that help. Right here at Martin Memorial, gifts from our community literally save lives every day. Know someone who’s been a patient at the Frances Langford Heart Center or Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center? These services are only here because of people just like you who made a gift.
So save yourself a bit of sanity (you’ll need it) and save your sister some dusting while you’re at it. I promise, it’ll feel great.
--Kelly DeGregorio
Director of Development, Martin Memorial Foundation
2 comments:
I just love Martin Memorial and the Foundation!! Nice job KD. R
What a great idea! My family has received great care over the years at Martin Memorial. Giving back will mean more to them than some tricket to put on a shelf. I hope everyone takes the opportunity to make a difference!
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