Let’s celebrate the power of people, and the ongoing need for even more volunteers.
The people of Chatham-Kent are in many ways amazing. Forget the social media trolls. We’re talking about the givers of C-K. They are legion.
But there’s still room for more in the ranks, as the need is great.
Check out our story, “Driven to help,” where three organizations in the area are in search of additional volunteer drivers. Family Service Kent, the Canadian Cancer Society and its Wheels of Hope program, and NeighbourLink are all looking for a few more good men and women to get behind the wheel and help people get to and from vital services.
As mentioned, giving is incredible here. C-K residents should take pride in their support of the many charities and areas of need they donate funds and time towards.
Monetary donations are always appreciated. But sometimes, the gift of time can be priceless. If you have free time, we urge you to consider helping drive others to and from their appointments with NeighbourLink, the Cancer Society and/or Family Service Kent. You can drive as much, or as little, as you want. Compensation comes in the form of paid mileage or gas cards.
Who knows, you might just meet new friends in the process. At the very least, you will help those in need.
And for those of you who think one person can’t make a difference, we point to the one and only Elisha Banks, founder of Music for the Mind. Banks started that organization to help raise funds in support of local mental health supports.
It began as a notion to hold one fundraising concert.
That was more than six years and $250,000 ago.
Yes, Banks has a small group of volunteers helping her and the community, including local businesses and bands, have rallied around her. But it all started with one person.
Each one of us can make a difference. All we have to do is volunteer our time to support others. That kind of giving is contagious.
