Rays of Hope

Volunteers: This week, we celebrate you and the work that you do. Personally, I celebrate you everyday. We could not reach out to help others grow food at home without you. Along with hugs and kisses ... these tulips are for you! Really, they are tulips! I wish I could send a bunch to you all to show my appreciation for your service. You are all Rays of Hope!

The President of the United States proclaims, "America's story has been marked by the service of volunteers.  Generations of selfless individuals from all walks of life have served each other and our Nation, each person dedicated to making tomorrow better than today.  They exemplify the quintessential American idea that we can change things, make things better, and solve problems when we work together."

We could not say  it any better!

I can think of many stories of unselfish service by volunteers like the lady that doesn't have a garden but shows up many weekends to help in another persons garden. She takes the bus across town to help. And, then there's the gentleman that does the same. And, then there's the long time community organizer that tirelessly helps neighbors gather there friends and neighbors to help prepare their food gardens for production. Kudos to a group of ladies we call the 'fantastic four' who volunteer their time and even digs into their pockets to provide financial assistance for the good of the community to become more sustainable. And, the lady that would help out whenever she could pruning, digging, laughing and just having big fun. Who knew that she needed hip replacement surgery? And, the mothers that volunteer with children in tow. That's dedication to serving others!

I could go on and on. There are so many stories. I take this opportunity to say again "Thank You" and

If you're reading this tribute to our fearless volunteers; and you haven't taken the opportunity to volunteer; we encourage you to do so. There are so many ways that you can help others. As a volunteer and listening to other volunteers; there's a great feeling of hope being with others that need our services ... being a Ray of Hope!

Join in the 350 Victory Garden Challenge ... there are so many opportunities to help others and somehow in the process we help ourselves by softening our hearts to build a better now and a better future.

We'd love to hear your stories and stories of others that volunteer their precious time. Post them here ... you could be one of 10 volunteers to receive a cinchpak:

 

350 Victory Garden Challenge May 14-15

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Wishing you the best!

Victory V Lee, Founder

Victory Garden Foundation Inc

director@VictoryGardenFoundation.org