What Have the Rich Given to COVID-19 Relief Efforts?

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By JohnPosted In: Charity in Business

It’s certainly interesting to take a look at what the richest people in America do with their money. And when there is a crisis of the scale of COVID-19, how do they react? The Washington Post recently did a story about what the 50 richest Americans have been doing with their money during this crisis – and it’s worth a look.

As the article states, “But almost a third — 15 of them — have not announced any donations and declined to comment or did not reply to requests for comment.” Certainly, some of them like Bill Gates have given vast sums. Take a look for yourself and draw your own conclusions.

Give a Donation on Father’s Day

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What a lovely idea to make a donation today for Father’s Day. You may be making it in honor of your father who just doesn’t need anything right now. Or maybe you’re making it in honor of a father or grandfather who you are remembering and is no longer with you. Whatever the reason, it’s a great way to say I Love You while doing something meaningful. Here is a fantastic list of charitable organizations worth looking into and contributing to today.

The site is set up with many locations where you can donate and learn more about the various organizations. And then you can show your loved one that you donated in his name and that you brought meaning to the day beyond buying something for your dad or grandfather.

It’s a win-win situation and could be a great idea for all!

A Marathon, Even During Covid-19

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By JohnPosted In: Childrens Charities

Here is a heartwarming story at a time when we could probably all use some. A 9 year old boy with cerebral palsy and autism just completed a marathon. Tobia Weller who lives in Sheffield, England decided to walk back and forth on his street to get to his goal of completing a marathon. When the COVID-19 lock down started, he could only walk 50 meters a day, but managed to get to the enormous task of walking as much as 750 meters by the time the challenge ended.

The challenge took him 70 days, but he did it and he has raised $100,700 so far for Sheffield Children’s Hospital and Paces School. Way to go Tobias!