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Year of Giving

Started this discussion. Last reply by Estefania--- Youth Ambassador Jun 29, 2011. 6 Replies

Follow one person's year long commitment to altruistically give $10 every day to a complete stranger. Follow what happens to the $10 as well as be inspired to start your own year of giving. Your year…Continue

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Buddhism, conservationism and volunteering - they got more in common than you might think!

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Blogging for AARP on volunteering and giving

Just a note to let you know that I will be doing a weekly blog for AARP on volunteering and giving. Today was the first blog!  Click here to check it out! Reed  See More
Blog post by KindnessInvestor Jul 13, 2011
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KindnessInvestor received a gift from Barbara Quin - Prayer Cafe Mgr Jul 13, 2011
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Estefania--- Youth Ambassador replied to KindnessInvestor's discussion 'Year of Giving'
Wow, your year just ended! I think I'll divide and conquer them throughout the summer. Excited to read about your adventures!
Jun 29, 2011
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Thia left a comment for KindnessInvestor
Thanks for your comment. Life experiences open our eyes to the different needs around us. Without my family suffering from cancer I wouldn't be aware of how expensive their care becomes or of the types of things needed in their care.
Apr 10, 2011
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KindnessInvestor commented on Mary Johnson's group 'Un- and Under-Employed Givers Around the World'
Thia, you've got a big heart!
Apr 10, 2011
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KindnessInvestor received a gift from Barbara Quin - Prayer Cafe Mgr Mar 7, 2011
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KindnessInvestor commented on Mary Johnson's group 'Un- and Under-Employed Givers Around the World'
Hi Valerie, I am so sorry to hear that.  I just sent you an email.   I hope that your husband gets rid of this pneumonia soon.  I know how hard things must be right now for you and him right now.  There is no pressure or hurry to…
Feb 22, 2011
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Valerie (wwt) replied to KindnessInvestor's discussion 'Year of Giving'
Hello Reed, will you please comment on my page or (preferrably) send me an e-mail through the 29 Gifts website explaining the whole $10/day challenge.  Are there things you want me to ask the people to get to know them more?  Do you want…
Feb 11, 2011

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Why I'm choosing to give:
I have made a commitment to give $10 to someone every day for one year. I thought it would be interesting to see how people react to receiving $10 from a complete stranger. Also, I wanted to learn how they intended to use the money. Would they give the money to someone else, buy something, or even give it back to me. It has been fascinating. If you would like to learn more, please visit me at www.yearofgiving.org.
What I'd most like to receive:
Oddly I have not given much thought to this.
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
I found it on CNN's website.
About me:
I am 35, unemployed, and thought that giving would be a great way to connect with society and hopefully inspire others to give. I live in Washington, DC. If you would like to know more, check out www.yearofgiving.org.
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Blogging for AARP on volunteering and giving

Posted on July 13, 2011 at 8:56am 1 Comment

Just a note to let you know that I will be doing a weekly blog for AARP on volunteering and giving.

 

Today was the first blog!  Click here to check it out!

 

Reed

 

 

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Invest your next seven days in the Year of Giving!

Posted on January 25, 2011 at 4:30pm 0 Comments

Looking for something unique to do as part of your 29-day giving challenge?  

 

If you are unemployed or underemployed you might be eligible to be a Kindness Investor for seven days!  Every day you find a new person to give $10 to - no strings - attached and then share what they are going to do with it on the Year of Giving website.…

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Looking back on my 365 days of giving...

Posted on January 3, 2011 at 9:44am 1 Comment

After losing my job in 2009, I made a commitment to give a different stranger $10 every day for a year - no strings attached.  December 14th was the 365th day and I spent some time looking back at what was the most amazing year of my life.  Click here to read the story.

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Go out today with an attitude of being open to receiving a Miracle - your attitude more than anything will allow this to happen - open your heart and hands to receive today - blessings, friend... b
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Love and Blessings to you all...I pray that the Will of God is done in your life, bringing you endless blessings, overflowing abundance, and enduring peace and love. bBlessed bLoved
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May the Red Ribbon of Unconditional Love flow gently around you today, bringing a cooling breeze or warming breath - depending on where you are and what you need - be blessed and know you are loved.
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Remember Friend - no matter the season or condition in your life right now, like the coulds in the sky, the weather changes and the sun continues to shine above all - count your blessings... bBlessed
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May the Gracious Hand of GodSpirit be Upon You Today, may Your Life be Blessed with Unconditional Love, and may Your Dreams become More of a Reality Today than they were yesterday... blessings-b
 
 
 

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