National Philanthropy Day

Today is National Philanthropy Day. Let's band together to make a difference. Together, we can eradicate extreme poverty and make the world a better place. May we all learn to live simply... so that we can give generously.

Here are some quotes to fuel your thoughts:

Live simply so others may simply live. ~ Mother Teresa

Give away your life; you'll find life given back, but not merely given back — given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity. ~ Luke 6:38, The Message

No one has ever become poor by giving. ~ Anne Frank

As the purse is emptied, the heart is filled. ~ Victor Hugo

I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do or any kindness that I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again. ~ Mahatma Gandhi

The proper aim of giving is to put the recipients in a state where they no longer need our gifts. ~ C.S. Lewis

And, very fitting words today on Ann Voskamp's blog, A Holy Experience.

Model all that matters, the Beautiful, a life like Christ’s — and imitate Christ’s joy — the way He gives.

The way to happiness and healing is always in the opening of a hand.

— the opening a life to the largeness of God.

~ Ann Voskamp

Will you join in?

To live simply...

And give generously?

Our family supports... 

• Compassion Canada
• UrbanPromise Toronto
• Operation Christmas Child
• Samaritan's Purse
• Habitat for Humanity Toronto

... just to name a few. There are many, many, many worthwhile causes out there today. Choose one, maybe even choose a few... get involved, our world's extreme poor need you... make a difference today!

Unwrapping more of His love in this world.

Act justly.  Love mercy.  Walk humbly with God!