Comments on: Introduction to The Philanthropic Family

By: Scott Lazerson

Scott Lazerson — Mon, 05 May 2008 15:51:07 +0000

Sharon, Congratulations on launching a much needed resource for families! I think you will see that hundreds if not thousands of families will find this blog a great tool to strengthen themselves and the community! I know that after we spent New Year’s Eve day at Martha’s Table in Washington D.C. preparing food for the homeless with 3 of our 5 children they saw how great it was to “give”!
This is great!!!!

By: wldchldls

wldchldls — Sun, 04 May 2008 00:08:01 +0000

Thanks Jayne, I think the idea for donating stuffed animals is a great one! Perfect for my kids at this age…

By: Jayne de Gant

Jayne de Gant — Sat, 03 May 2008 21:43:23 +0000

Sharon, I have found it not only great educationally but very rewarding to find ways to involve my kids in philanthropy. From the time they were very young they got to choose stuffed animals and/or toys to go to various hospitals, fire departments, police stations, etc. who were happy to take their gently used toys. These would then be shared with other children who would gain comfort from them. We’ve helped socialize animals at pet shelters. We’ve been involved with charitable events at our synagogue. These activities teach children about the world outside themselves and help them grow into compassionate teenagers. They were fun AND they also strengthened our family bond because we did these things together. As they have gotten older (now 18 and 14) they still look for ways to contribute.

Your blog has some great ideas – thank you for taking the time to start it. I know I’ll be checking back to see what new ideas and suggestions you add.

By: Neil Hedley

Neil Hedley — Sat, 03 May 2008 21:23:43 +0000

Sharon –
Welcome to the blogosphere!
I’ll be sure to add a link to you from whichever of my sites are appropriate, and will be a regular vistor myself.
The blogosphere is already better by virtue of having you around.
Stay in touch.

Best,
Neil