Donate a Car Canada is a team of determined, funny, and feisty people! Icy roads and speed bumps are no match for this crew. Sickness? It's nothin'! We will hit the ditch in our efforts to take care of each other. No telling what we will do to tend our donors!
Giving time, money, and resources? It's a big decision. When we consider donating a vehicle, you might wonder, What is the best charity to donate a car to?
Uvalde. Are you feeling as speechless and heartbroken as I? Are you making any sense of it for yourself? We are not powerless. Here is one way of being with numbing tragedy that hits close even when it happens far away.
“When one reaches out to help another he touches the face of God.” – Walt Whitman
Your kindness counts
Henri Nouwen says, "...our faithfulness to a small task is the most healing response to the illnesses of our time." Being kind matters, and your efforts in the smallest expressions of that goodness can have large effect.
Take a little minute and consider the nature of the acts of Goodness that have most put air in your own lungs. Was it a break, a smile, a compliment, a hand up, or a hard-earned treat? Whatever it was, it probably didn't cost the giver much, and it made a difference to your day. What was it like for you to be the recipient? And did you go on to be a giver of the same?
Benefits to bein' nice
Psychology Today notes, "A recent study, Kindness Counts, conducted by researchers from the University of British Columbia and the University of California, Riverside, broke new ground by showing the benefits derived by tweens when they were taught happiness-increasing strategies.
For a month, several hundred 9-11 year-olds performed and recorded three acts of kindness each week for anyone they wished. Another several hundred kept track of three pleasant places they visited during the week.
Not surprisingly, the results were consistent with adult studies. When kids performed acts of kindness or took notice of the pleasant places they visited during the week, they significantly increased feelings of happiness and satisfaction.
But those who performed acts of kindness received an additional benefit. Measuring how well children were liked or accepted by their peers, the study showed those who performed acts of kindness gained an average of 1.5 friends during the four-week period – good support for the idea that 'nice guys finish first.'" (Acts of Kindness: Key to Happiness for Children & Teens)
Three acts of kindness each week? 'Sounds do-able! Let's take up that challenge and make a difference.
Kids. They grip our hearts in a way no one or nothing else can. When we watch the news and see or hear anything that affects a child, there’s a part in all of us that squirms and churns. We want our future adults to be safe, to be raised well and to be productive and hopeful citizens. Some days it’s a little more challenging than others to impart life skills they can use for their lifetime! Continue reading "Parenting: Raising Positive Kids in a Negative World" →
Would you act to right a wrong?
When Cheryl donated her SUV in March of 2012, her intention was to serve and support her area animal shelter. Thanks to her practical compassion (her vehicle raised a donation of $2100.00!) and written feedback, her donated Toyota Rav4 will inspire young people to think beyond themselves to find unique ways to contribute to their communities. Continue reading "Civics 101: Would You Act to Right a Wrong?" →
You have Our Gratitude
Thank you Estate of Elsie Marlou from Brandon for donating a 2003 Chevrolet Malibu to Heart and Stroke Foundation
Thank you John from Sooke for donating a 2001 Subaru Impreza to Victoria Sexual Assault Centre Society
Thank you Rizwan from Woodbridge for donating a 2007 Toyota Corolla to Diabetes Canada
Thank you Christine from OSHAWA for donating a 2013 Ford Focus to Durham Alliance Outreach
Thank you Darren from Cardston for donating a 2009 Santa fe Limited to Canadian Red Cross
Thank you Duane from Wingham for donating a 2006 Ford Taurus to Kidney Cancer Canada
Thank you Beckie from Saskatoon for donating a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan to Youth for Christ - Saskatoon
Thank you Winifred from Corbyville for donating a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta City 4 door to Quinte Humane Society
Thank you Julia from Coalhurst for donating a 2009 Ford Focus to Action Coalition on Human Trafficking Alberta Association
Thank you Marco from Gatineau for donating a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta to Kidney Cancer Canada
Thank you Thelma from Kelowna for donating a 2005 Kia Sport to Diabetes Canada
Thank you Scott from Calgary for donating a 2009 Volkwagen City Golf to Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation
Thank you Brad from Calgary for donating a 2003 GMC Sierra to Alberta Cancer Foundation
Thank you Estate of James from Omemee for donating a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 to The War Amps
Thank you Darren from Halifax for donating a 2004 Chevrolet Impala to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada