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This is my second post for the AR challenge this month hosted by Debe Maxwell, CRS and Anna "Banana" Kruchten . I have noticed a theme develop this week with many people choosing to use their points for a charitable cause.

I have always been a generous person, a lesson learned from my Dad. I have already given points to Kathy Streib for her Literacy cause, but when I met Annie, I learned what it meant to be charitable. For someone who is as empathetic as her I think every charity in the world has our address. Our mail box is full nearly every day with requests for donations. These are for so many different causes. Animal Rights is a big one for her, she loves animals ands hates to see them suffer. But that is not the end of her causes, although it is a big part. 

I have learnt to give more, maybe not as much as some people can give, but enough to make a difference, for clean water, World Central Kitchen who make no difference on who needs help, they are there.

So my cause for this week's use of points is to use my points to give to World Central Kitchen, that they might feed people around the world in need, in Ukraine, Gaza, Haiti, or just about anywhere there is a disaster of some sort where food is needed. It is amazing how they can organize so quickly and be on site as they were in Puerto Rico.

It has been going now for 15 years and they are a charity I support wholeheartedly as it is such a simple idea. Where there is a need send chefs and food so the people can eat, not tomorrow, today.

If you want to read the whole story, you can click this link: World Central Kitchen Story They also have a great cookbook which I got for my sister in law for Christmas with recipes from around the world for food and cocktails. It is a good book to read as well as browse for recipes with the stories behind the recipes.. You can find a link to the World Central Cookbook here.

Unfortunately AR points are not accepted for purchasing the cookbook, that takes real dollars, as does support for this wonderful charity. But if you feel so moved, I know they will go to good use.

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Nick Vandekar
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Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Leanne Smith I agree, I do not think he actually takes a salary, just donates his time, he makes his money from his restaurants.

Jun 11, 2025 07:21 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks so much for sharing this heartfelt post, Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543. I really appreciate your recognition of the power of giving and how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Your story about World Central Kitchen is inspiring. It’s truly a reminder that sometimes, the simplest ideas have the biggest impact. 😊

Jun 11, 2025 07:45 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Hi Nick I have heard about this group and just how amazing they can get things set up and running wherever it's needed.  A wonderful charity to support and I'm so glad you wrote about them for the June Contest.  Thank you 😊

Jun 11, 2025 10:39 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Lew Corcoran they are an impressive charity.

Anna "Banana" Kruchten thank you, they are well worth supporting as they are non-political.

Jun 11, 2025 12:18 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Nick, I have not heard of this charity, but sounds very worthwhile!

Jun 11, 2025 04:37 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Nick- what a worthy cause!!!  No one should have to go hungry. What I found interesting is how Chef Jose Andres learned to cook the foods the locals ate and how to cook it. I'm buying the book for my cousin's husband who loves experimenting with foods and recipes from around the world. 

PS Thank you for the mention  and AR donation. 

Jun 11, 2025 07:09 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Joan Cox you should check them out, they do amazing work.

Kathy Streib thank you, it is a fun and interesting book with a history behind each of the dishes and how they came to use them. I like how they always use local chefs and cooks so they know instinctively what people want t eat.

Jun 12, 2025 06:50 AM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX
Semi Retired Real Estate Agent

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 - the video was really heartwarming. Your marriage to Annie has been a life changer for you. So many positive changes have resulted. This is a wonderful entry and I'm glad you shared this story with all of us. 

Jun 12, 2025 10:11 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Jun 14, 2025 06:28 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Nick. The benefits you provide others when you give to provide for them is terrific. The happiness it brings you in return is priceless. Enjoy your day.

Jun 15, 2025 06:02 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 ,

I'm so glad that Kathy Streib featured your post in her Sunday Series as I missed it. What a great organization! Your Annie sounds like a real gem💗

Jun 15, 2025 07:15 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Patricia Feager we just celebrated our first date 5 years ago. She has been wonderful for me.

Kathy Streib thank you.

Wayne Martin that is very true.

Dorie Dillard Austin TX it is and yes she is a gem.

Jun 15, 2025 08:45 AM
Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD
http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com - Vail, CO
Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D

Nick, I was unaware of this feature and it is a great one!! I liked your use of points and I appreciate your content and writing style. Happy Father's Day!!

Jun 15, 2025 12:22 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD thank you and I hope your Father's Day was fun.

Jun 16, 2025 07:23 AM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

Oh my gosh Nick, what a great charity!  That video can move anyone to pull out their wallet, even if it's just to buy the cookbook.  In fact, that would be a great Christmas gift for all of my girls and my oldest granddaughter.  Love it.  Thank you for sharing this charity and for your post!

Jun 16, 2025 04:03 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ thanks for reading and being inspired.

Jun 17, 2025 02:01 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Hi Nick... a great cause. It's always shocking to me how much food insecurity there is in our world... including in our very own country.

Jun 21, 2025 05:29 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Nina Hollander, Broker where ever there is a disaster WCK is there helping local chefs cook and serve their communities.

Jun 24, 2025 08:32 AM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh my gosh, you know I absolutely LOVE where your heart is on this entry, Nick! SUCH a wonderful cause. We work with the Metrolina Food Bank here in Charlotte - to address more of a local issue. You've got the right idea though - there is a need all across the world. 

What a great way to spend your points - I'm onboard with you on this one!

Jun 24, 2025 08:38 PM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Debe Maxwell, CRS I support them myself and they are such a good charity.

Jun 25, 2025 07:24 AM