It Doesn’t Take a Disaster to Give

Like many Americans, I woke Friday to the horrific news of what was transpiring in Japan. Earthquakes and the subsequent tsunami have left the country devastated with thousands feared dead and damage in the billions. How does a country begin to recover from such a devastating disaster? With devastation on such a large scale, where do they begin? The answer is…with a little help.

Americans have always been quick to lend a hand to the world, and this situation is no different. President Obama has pledged support and many organizations have set up relief efforts to those affected. People across the nation are donating money, clothing and time. The Huffington Post has a great article listing many ways we can help make a difference. If we all pitch in just a little the end result will be huge.

Seeing this reminds me of all the needs in our local community. It shouldn’t take a natural disaster for us to get involved. There are opportunities for us to give everyday. Articulon is passionate about supporting area nonprofits in the pursuit of their missions. We’ve been blessed to meet and work with some amazing people along the way. People from organizations including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, the National Kidney Foundation, the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, the North Carolina Children’s Hospital, Hopeful Parents and Special Olympics North Carolina.

A key lesson that I’ve taken from working with so many great organizations is that people are giving every day. I’ve seen this first-hand, and we can all be a part of this. There is so much we can do, even in little increments, that can make a huge difference to a person battling a disease or who is less fortunate. It only takes a few minutes or a few dollars to help improve the life of someone else. Doing so not only help others, but it leaves you with the feeling that you’ve made a difference.

This is what we mean by Never Stop Giving.