Helping those in need is one of the most important things we do as members of the real estate profession. Be they sellers who need to sell a home, buyers who need to purchase a home, or members of the community who are hitting hard times, we need to do what we can. We make our living off our communities and giving back is good business and good for the soul. It's been said that people only care what you know when they know you care, so it is time to show we care.
In our town, we have an organization called "Faith in Action". According to their web-site, they are "a community-funded, faith-based assistance and resource center for those who need an helping hand in the Chelsea and Dexter school districts." They help families and individuals in need by providing food, counseling, backpacks for school, shoes, and other assistance.
Everyone in our town supports this organization, regardless of their faith or their economic status. Our Boy, Girl, and Venture Scouts help with the annual food drive to support their emergency food pantry. Members of the community adopt families for Christmas or provide food baskets for Thanksgiving. The point is, we are all part of the community and we have to take care of our own.
Times are tougher than last year for many people, and even tougher this year. We need to be visible, and caring, helping where we can. Every town has, or should have, such an organization. It doesn't have to be faith-based, it just has to exist. I encourage everyone to find one of these organizations and give back to the community. If you are having a tough year, give time. Volunteer to help. If you are having a good year, consider financial support. The point is to do something.
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