Over a year ago I had a dream, a dream to tell the story of my heroes, these remarkable people who take their pain or their passion and turn it into making a difference for others by creating non-profits. That dream became Charity Matters.

Like most dreams it wasn’t crystal clear where it would lead or why it appeared but it was loud and clear that this was I was supposed to do. In this past year, I have learned so much from so many. I surprised myself at attacking my fear, technology and now have befriended it. I am happy to report that after a year we are getting along much better than I had expected.

From my heroes, (the non-profit leaders) I learned tenacity, passion, commitment and sacrifice are the keys to doing what you love. Every story I have shared about these individuals has the same common denominator and each time I am inspired all over again.

Most importantly from each of you I have learned so much.  I am humbled by your dedication, thrilled when you suggest a favorite cause and always so touched to know that you are here on this journey and for that I am so grateful.

Birthdays are for celebrating and I am happy to celebrate Charity Matters first birthday today with you. So thank you for all the gifts you have given, by liking this on Facebook, sharing a post that touched you or just telling me what action you have taken to make Charity Matter in your life. You are all remarkable and each life you touch through kindness matters.

Thank you for touching mine so profoundly.

Charity Matters.

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6 Comments

  1. Happy Birthday Charity Matters!!! I am so very proud of you Heidi… You are truly making our world a better place. You inspire me and so many others to do the same. Xoxo

  2. Heidi, Happy Birthday to Charity Matters and to you and all the contributors who keep it alive. I have not missed a post for one day since CM began. It’s hard to believe that 365 days have elapsed since then. As I work alone, separated for long periods of time from all that is familiar, not every day looms fresh and exciting. While I derive great satisfaction from my work helping others, I too need the consolations of my darling wife, family members, friends and the home I cherish. On those difficult, sometimes dark mornings, I have so often been buoyed up and encouraged to persevere in my work as I read the touchin stories of courage and selflessness of the heroes of Charity Matters. It is then, feeling joined to the CM family, that my solitary contribution to building a world of care and compassion and peace and love takes on the reality of belonging to a worldwide community of care givers. Thanks for helping us join hands and supporting one another. Together we launch onto another successful and blessed year of doing what we do best.

  3. Happy Birthday Charity Matters!!!! I am so very proud of you Heidi…You are truly making our world a better place by inspiring so many of us to do the same. You are a a gift and a blessing to all that know you. xoxo, Sue

  4. Carolyn Johnson Reply

    You are the shining light of Charity Matters. May you continue to brighten the lives of those around you and touch the lives of all who care. Happy 1st Birthday to CM
    Mimi

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