This is the second year I’ve been able to witness the generosity of the local community as it applies to our annual Coats For Kids Drive. And once again, that generosity shone through. In spite of tough times, we were still able to collect thousands of coats, each one going on the back on someone in need.
And while I, and everyone here at KMBZ cannot say thanks enough for the generosity, I must take a moment today to blog about how much more of that good will is needed.
I just came from the Salvation Army, which is in desperate need of more toys for the needy. And they are just one example. As the economy continues to teeter around uncertainty, almost every local charity is struggling in some way.
These are uncertain times. And even those of us lucky enough to have kept our jobs have felt the pinch. As someone who has a baby on the way, I know how tempting it can be to hold back on charity in favor of playing it safe.
But because I drive the streets of Kansas City every morning, because I see how much need truly exists out there, I cannot, I MUST not give into that temptation. I hope everyone who reads this blog will join me.
It matters not what charity you choose. It doesn’t even have to be a charity. It could be as simple as cooking Christmas dinner for someone you know can’t afford it. In this time of need I hope we all give a little extra….do a little more….think a little more often about that person in need.
After all, isn’t that truly what this season is supposed to be about?