$26,000 is a lot of money. Hell, $13,000 is a lot of money. I've said before that when Pam, Debbie, Beth and I started planning Passports with Purpose 2009 I was intimidated by our initial goal of $13k. I was concerned that the current difficult economic climate would cause us to struggle even to match the amount we'd raised last year ($7,400). I am humbled by the generosity our sponsors and donors have shown so far but if we want to reach $26,000 - to fund a school, a well, a garden and a nurse - we still have quite a ways to go.
Today I'm thinking about this effort as a journey. Not to be twee, but as Confucius said, a journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. And then continues one step after another until you reach your destination. I think this is a perfect metaphor for Passports with Purpose. Sure, this year we've had the support of some great sponsors for which we are truly grateful, but most of the money that has been raised so far has come from individuals like you and me, in $10 and $20 increments.
If you are wondering whether or not your $10 donation is even worthwhile, it is. You're taking everyone who has contributed to this effort so far one step further to the goal of providing education, clean water, healthy food and basic health-care to a group of children in Northern Cambodia who would not have had that opportunity without you. Thank you.
Today I'm thinking about this effort as a journey. Not to be twee, but as Confucius said, a journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. And then continues one step after another until you reach your destination. I think this is a perfect metaphor for Passports with Purpose. Sure, this year we've had the support of some great sponsors for which we are truly grateful, but most of the money that has been raised so far has come from individuals like you and me, in $10 and $20 increments.
If you are wondering whether or not your $10 donation is even worthwhile, it is. You're taking everyone who has contributed to this effort so far one step further to the goal of providing education, clean water, healthy food and basic health-care to a group of children in Northern Cambodia who would not have had that opportunity without you. Thank you.
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