I need suggestions for charity work
- Thread starter unclepercy
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I have happy news
My request for a grant for Forgotten Graveyards was approved. I didn't ask for much, but I got the money 3 days ago. I promptly went to the store and bought the silk flowers. Then, yesterday I put them out. Since this little graveyard has been abandoned for 18
years, many drivers turned their heads in surprise to see it with flowers.
One was a 5 month old baby, and another was a World War I vet. I'm happy I was able to do one graveyard. The next project is stocking the cancer waiting rooms with paperback books. I am going on Tues. to ask for the books.
Uncle
My request for a grant for Forgotten Graveyards was approved. I didn't ask for much, but I got the money 3 days ago. I promptly went to the store and bought the silk flowers. Then, yesterday I put them out. Since this little graveyard has been abandoned for 18
years, many drivers turned their heads in surprise to see it with flowers.
One was a 5 month old baby, and another was a World War I vet. I'm happy I was able to do one graveyard. The next project is stocking the cancer waiting rooms with paperback books. I am going on Tues. to ask for the books.
Uncle
When I worked at the old World Trade Center, there was a collection box that would accept magazines for sailors. Perhaps you may find a veteran's hospital or sailor's relief agency that will accept your literature.
One thing that I greatly enjoy doing for my community is to attend high school sports events. Parents, coaches, teachers, and the athletes greatly appreciate it when you root for them.
For years I attended many pro sports events in New York, Chicago, Milwaukee, Kansas City, and the Twin Cities. I also attended many college events. And while all of these have been greatly enjoyable, nothing approaches the fun of high school games.
A few months ago I received a letter of appreciation from an area high school girls softball team. I showed it to my boss and to several fellow employees. All congratulated me for getting this letter which I have now put up on my wall. I will definitely treasure it.
For years I attended many pro sports events in New York, Chicago, Milwaukee, Kansas City, and the Twin Cities. I also attended many college events. And while all of these have been greatly enjoyable, nothing approaches the fun of high school games.
A few months ago I received a letter of appreciation from an area high school girls softball team. I showed it to my boss and to several fellow employees. All congratulated me for getting this letter which I have now put up on my wall. I will definitely treasure it.
Kudos! I've been doing it every two years since 1995 - when I was hospitalized and saw a bald kid. She gave me the encouragement to go through what I had to. I have this real fine hair that's great for little kids, and since I can't do much else with my life since the accident, a hair farm is my way of giving back....
:-(...Looks like this is the day for grim news on CC.
Very sorry to hear of the cancer returning, unclepercy.
Nugg.
Very sorry to hear of the cancer returning, unclepercy.
Nugg.
More good news
Today I got permission from the cancer dr. to put paperback books (along with two bookcases I bought) in his 2 waiting rooms. I am going Sat. to get a bunch of books from my source.
Cancer waiting rooms -- my next project. Remember, I don't feel moved by just anything and everything. Cutting my hair would be impossible since it's so short anyway. But it is interesting to read what moves other people. Thanks for sharing. If I come up with something else - I'll let you know.
Uncle
Today I got permission from the cancer dr. to put paperback books (along with two bookcases I bought) in his 2 waiting rooms. I am going Sat. to get a bunch of books from my source.
Cancer waiting rooms -- my next project. Remember, I don't feel moved by just anything and everything. Cutting my hair would be impossible since it's so short anyway. But it is interesting to read what moves other people. Thanks for sharing. If I come up with something else - I'll let you know.
Uncle
I got a call just now, and a book dealer is donating 2,000 books to my cancer waiting rooms project. Wow. I'm thrilled. Even my Canadian best friend was impressed. I can't wait until Sunday when I'll get them.
Uncle:lol:
Uncle:lol: