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Tell us your good news

Posted: Wednesday, March 04, 2009 5:59 PM by Sam Singal

By Brian Williams, Anchor and managing editor

We are always looking for good news, especially in this economy. Specifically, here's our request: nominate people who are doing good things where you live or work.. perhaps a random or regular act of kindness in a cruel economy.  Please leave us a suggestion below.

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I wanted to find something here in Roanoke that I could nominate for a Random Act of Kindness, and I came across something I hadn't even heard of myself.

Here is a link to the blog:
http://tinyurl.com/ashgwr



Tomorrow while I'm out with friends downtown, I will pick up a paper and try to find something more recent.



This is a great idea, Brian!
-Cary



Cary Skelton 19, Roanoke, Virginia. (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 6:19 PM)

I would like to nominate my friend Betty King who has made a big difference to some people in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Betty had a goal of starting a mental health consumer center where people could come to get help, a meal, a support group or just hang out someplace safe. People who have lost their faith and trust in the human race have made strides to regain and lift themselves up. The difference is this place is run by people with mental illness for people with mental illness following a recovery model. The name of the center: Dreams.

Carol Porch, Iowa City, Iowa (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 6:57 PM)

I think it would be great if you guys did a story on the People to People student ambassador program. It shows a new generation and what we are working to accomplish.

Tarak Shukla, Roanoke Virginia (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:03 PM)

My best friend Ryan Jacobson is a middle school teacher who loves his summers. He is also laid off due to budget constraints for next year. This summer he will say good bye to the hot summer beaches of Rhode Island and go to Uganda and teach.  He is paying most of his own way in this tough time to help the children of Uganda.

Steve Morrone, Westerly, RI (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:03 PM)

Your News is depressing the hell out of a lot of people. The nominee thing is great, it's trite by comparison to the fear virus you are spreading.
I really wish you all the best. There is much good news out there but that doesn't sell.  I know you won't post this but hopefully someone there should know this.
Respectfully,
Latino en San Antonio

san antonio Texas (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:03 PM)

My dad was in line at a Walmart store and there was an older lady in front of him.  She didn't have enough money to get her groceries and her medications.  She was about $15.00 short.  So she said I don't know if I should put the food back or put my medications back.  My dad felt bad so he paid for her groceries.  I thought that was a wonderful thing and someone should know what a wonderful man my dad is.

wendy hein, holley, ny (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:03 PM)

Please go to www.stickbow.com,  then to the Leatherwall.  It's a forum about traditional archery.
One of the members lost their home and another member volunteered a cabin in Texas for the people to live until the got on their feet.  Most folks there use handles rather than their names, so look for the threads about Nutmeg and his family.  The outpouring was tremendous for this family and Ric Anderson from Texas was the person who is donating the cabin.

George D. Stout, Manns Choice, PA. (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:03 PM)

I nominate my husband, Bill age 69 who volunteers with Habitat For Humanity Detroit.  He is one of the 'regulars' known as A Habitual.  Along with so many of his friends, Tom, Keith, Scott, Jack F., Jack W., Joe and others, he devotes/volunteers his time and energy in building houses for low-income families.  What he gets in return is more powerful than any paycheck.  All the Detroit Habituals should be 'singled out'.

Dorothy Bade, New Baltimore, MI 48047 (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:04 PM)

I am working with a group of parents in NYC.  We are working on  making public school lunches healthy and getting organic milk for all school children.  One of parents is Bill Telepan (chef and owner of Telepan restaurant in NYC. He has been going into P.S. 87 and actually going into the school cafeteria once a month and making lunches for the kids and educating the cafeteria workers about healthier food options and organic choices. With such a problem of obesity plaguing our children, I feel this is a great and important (and happy) story.

Story vonHolzhausen (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:04 PM)

I and a classmate of mine at Midwestern State University have been working on a research paper concerning the desegregation of the University, which laid the groundwork process of fully desegregating the education system in the United States.  On April 4, 2009, we will be presenting our research at two separate conferences, one for Phi Alpha Theta Historical Society, and another for the Louisiana Political Science organization.  I feel this is a positive story to be reported, considering we are now led by our first African American President, and how far we have come since 1951, when the case Battle, et al vs. Wichita Falls Junior College District, et al, was filed.

Robert J. Stewart III, Wichita Falls, Texas (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:04 PM)

I just wanted to nominate my father Franklin McAllister. He is a boy scout leader, and volunteer pastor at a nursing home. He gets up everyday at 4:30 am to make it to work and he still finds time out of his busy day to make room for other people. Another good example of his kindness is that there was a homeless man outside of where my father worked and my father gave the homeless man food everyday and his favorite blanket. Please consider him for this segment on your show. I appreciate your time.

Jordan McAllister, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:04 PM)

I'm a teacher in Illinois, and I had a student who found some money on the floor in the hallway just outside my classroom door.  He brought it to me hoping that someone would come to retrieve it.  I thought that was impressive.  It gets even better.  That was this past Friday.  On Monday when I tried to give him the money because nobody claimed it, he told me that it wasn't his but that he'd buy basic supplies with it and deliver them to the local Hesed House (for the homeless) because they could really use it.  

I think that story is worth sharing.

Michelle, Downers Grove, IL (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:04 PM)

Michael Holland, public defender in Minneapolis trying to do a good job in the face of budget cuts...  here is a story about him from last weeks paper:

http://www.startribune.com/local/west/40457697.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDU

Crash Manly, Minneapolis MN (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:04 PM)

Hello, my name is Kevin Fenton and I'd like to tell you about a woman named Carol Wood, who has helped me out considerably!  I finished graduate school in October 2008--right as the economy tanked!  Unable to afford to pay the rent for my apartment or find a job, Mrs. Wood let me move into her basement and stay without paying rent.  Without Mrs. Wood's kindness, I don't know where I would be!  

Kevin Fenton, Atlanta, GA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090211/NEWS16/902110362

A young person taking a global view.  Making the world a better place for all.

Kathy D. (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

There is a foundation called St. Baldrick's, which seeks individuals who will shave their heads while raising money for childrens cancer research.  I am a member of the Hudson, New Hampshire Police Department and when I heard about the cause, I was drawn to the opportunity to take part in an attempt to help chidlren with cancer.  I put an email out to members of my agency at which time numerous individuals committed to taking part in the event, including one female officer with shoulder length hair.  To date, we have raised more than $2,000.00 and the amount keeps rising on a daily basis.  I am proud of the members of my agency and the individuals from the community who have donated money to this cause.

Joseph Hoebeke (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

My Mother-In-Law is 92 and she still volunteers at the local Senior Center every day of the week to help prepare and distribute the meals-on-wheels for the "old people" as she likes to say.  She has been doing this for many years, even through the very sudden loss of her only two children in 2007.  They passed away within 40 days of each other.  Her name is Eda Azzali and she lives and volunteers in Merrimack, NH.

Orin Edwards, Milford, NH (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

Last weekend I lost my eyeglasses in an Oklahoma casino (Winstar).  I live near Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, so after checking the casino's Lost & Found several times, I finally headed home without my "eyes."  Two days later I received a call from someone named "Kim" who found my glasses and case (with my phone number inside).  We made arrangements for my husband to pick up the glasses from her workplace (Naval Air Station - barbershop).  Kim refused to accept my monetary reward, and instead hugged my husband and wished him a good day.  In today's economy I think Kim is amazingly, refreshingly and totally unselfish and honest.  Since she won't accept my $$, perhaps she will accept a public recognition on national TV!!

Vicki Heminger, Collyeville, TX (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

His name is Ken Meyer, he's my dad and also the founder of his company - Legacy Cards - which is helping people find cost savings memorial options in the world of high priced funerals. His company is small, but his spirit is immense. Since the launch of his company less than a year ago he's touched so many lives, and is especially poignant.

Picking this story to air will definitely change lives

Nick Meyer, Easton PA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

I would like to nominate Helen Cordell.  A retired attorney, Helen is spending more than full time
hours every week helping displaced Cavalier King Charles Spaniels find new homes.  She also does therapy dog work.  She is the President and rescue coordinator of Greater Chicago Cavalier Rescue.  This Website:  www.gccavalierrescue.org.  This organization gets many discarded "breeding stock" from puppy mills as well as dogs from animal horders and people who can no longer keep their dog.  They are taken to the vet, are spayed/neutered and then found a new loving home.  Helen is very dedicated to this cause and works tirelessly like I said earlier, more than full time each week.

Bobbie Klimkowski, Winfield, IL (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

Check out this website and view the video.  Non-profits will be hit hard in this economy, but this organization is one of the most financially smart over the years, because it has to. Virginia is ranked 45th in the United States for funding for people with disabilities.  We are making sure they live their lives as we do no matter what - because and ordinary life is an extrodinatry gift!

Elena Berry, Norfolk, Virginia (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

While driving through the New Mexico desert this January when we ran out of gas on the interstate. The sign said the closest gas station was 4 miles ahead. While walking just 100 feet in front of the car to that gas station, a driver stopped and gave us several gallons of gas he keeps in the back of his truck for emergencies. He wouldn't take any money from us, and we didn't get his name. When we reached the gas station it was closed and the next open gas station was 10 miles away.

David Havlik , Iowa City, IA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:05 PM)

I am nominating Brian Elias of Hansons Windows.  I just saw one of his ads today on TV,  he is taking his advertising to the streets for his company by hiring 100 people to go door to door to promote and sell his product...Michigan has the highest unemployment rate in the U.S. and though this won't even make a ripple in the pool of unemployment here, it's great to see someone doing SOMETHING, and giving a positive twist to all of the bad news we hear of each day.

Shelly McClellan (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

www.andreriveroflife.org

I believe that this organization is truly AMAZING!
When compassion can’t wait and single parent families are in despair, the Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation helps with urgent expenses to allow these caregivers to stay at their child’s bedside during catastrophic illness. (from website)

stephanie hernandez (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

I'd like to nominate my mom. She's a single mom living in Chapel Hill, NC. Raised in a coal mining town in poverty stricken, southern West Virginia. She's an African-American woman, and she's dedicated to try and help Black business adapt to the green economy. A few months ago, she started a consulting company called GreenPad to try and improve the situation in Chapel Hill. Recently, she talked with John Edwards about educating the African-American community on the green economy.

Matthew Klinestiver, Chapel Hill, North Carolina (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

I would like to nominate my Landlord Alan Kiger and his wife Monica (yes my Landlord) In these hard times being disabled and having a limited income there have been times over the past years and recent that my Landlord has been an Angel in my life. Reducing my rent helping with bills and even providing a Christmas for myself and my son year after year. He has his own family wife and children and he still finds it in his heart to help me to the extent that I would never be able to repay him but will forever be thankful for without him I do not know where I would be . He is truely and Angel in my life

Toni Froelich (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

There is a young American Indian man--Jamie Hamley--living here in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, who rescued a man from a burning automobile that had rolled up on its back.  Being a former fireman on a North Dakota Indian Reservation, he opened his trunk, brought out a fire extinguisher, put out the part of the fire that was burning around the car window where he was able to pull the lone person out of the car, just before it exploded.

What is more interesting, is that Mr. Hamley had applied to be a fireman here in Sioux Falls, and although he passed all the written tests, he was rejected, even though he had accumulated 92 hours of college credits, and had worked as a fireman in North Dakota for five years.  A young non-Indian who had been working alongside of him at Federal Express, was accepted by the fire department, even though he had no experience and no college credits.  
Jamie used his cell phone to video the burning car.

James Abourezk, Sioux Falls, South Dakota (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

I work for McCain Foods USA, where 80+ are losing their jobs due to outsourcing

We recently held a food drive and the response was so amazing. Over 30 boxes of food to go to a local Loaves & Fishes.  Although so many are losing their jobs in our company, they still show they have a heart and gave from the heart, knowing that they will not have the security of a job come June of 09.

There are people within our company who always have a smile on their face, a kind comment to give and a shoulder to which they offer to those in need.  

I feel very fortunate to work for such a company that employs people with a heart.

My motto in these trying times is still:  Going to be Mighty Fine in 09

Sincerely

Krystal Pennington
McCain Foods USA
Lisle, IL

Krystal Pennington Warrenville, IL (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

Finally a great idea – “Good news”!  Thank you, Brian!  I am actually a news junkie, NBC of course, but it’s too much bad news.  My friends, clients and I have actually talked about turning off the news.  I work from home and always have NBC on the background, but lately I’ve noticed a change in my normal positive happy self.  I look forward to watching you at 6:30 for a little good news…

Patty Magalnick, Windermere, Florida (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

Brian;  Thank you for your show I watch it faithfully.  Tonight you asked viewers to submit examples of random kindness.  Recently, I saw a story
on the local news channel, (tampa bay channel 8) and hear the story of a local restaurant that was ready to close the doors because of the enconmy.  The staff at this restaurant voluntarily agreeded to work for tips only.  This authentic mexican restaurant was able to stay in business and serve its customers thanks to the unselfish staff.  I thought that was really something nice.  

Debra Spruell, Bradenton, FL (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

I would like to nominate my roommate Ms. Sherry Cudd of South Carolina. I recently lost my job due to the economy here in Miami, FL., and she has been kind enough to open her home to me rent free after I lost my apt. due to the fact that I couldn't afford to stay where I was living at.
She has shown nothing but complete compassion and understanding as well as moral support during this difficult time. Even though her and I have only known each other for a short time, she took the liberty and kindness of a understanding person to help a person that she doesn't know that well in time of need.

Hector Vasquez, Miami, FL. (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

Kaps for Kids is a program that the editor of a local "e-zine" (www.theoklahomareporter.com) developed for kids with cancer. Ball caps for kids going through Chemo. His program is unique in that it targets schools to get involved in the program and to get involved in the community while promoting the progam. He is doing all of this on his own time and his own money and effort...I am always amzed by people like this that take up the public torch!

Bob O'Neal (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:06 PM)

I would like to tell you about my 13 year old daughter.  During this season of lent my child is not giving anything up but changing her life a a life of a stranger.  Every week during lent (Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday) she make a card address to my new friend signed your new friend.  Then pick up a small plant and we deliver it on saturday to a local nursing home to be given to a person that has no visitor or family.  We started last week and the nurse at the place said thank you and look forward to seeing you then next 6 Saturday.  It was a great feeling.

Linda Cormier, Brandon Florida (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I want to nominate the agency I work for; Westbrook health Services, Inc. We are located in West Virginia and serve an 8-county area that includes rural Appalachia. We serve the underserved with dignity and respect regardless of the economy...We would welcome a visit from NBC so you can see for yourself the good work that is being done without anyone takin notice.  I think since we have always struggled for funds we do what we do because we are driven or drawn to it and not for the money. I am exceedingly proud of our CEO, JoAnn Powell and our CFO, Kevin Trippet and all the people who take care of the people no one else wants to take care of...come and see us for yourselves.

Darby Stevens, Williamstown, WV (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

Save-A-Pet is an animal shelter in Port Jefferson, New York that does unbelievable things for its pets.  Every body who volunteers there does so on their own time to clean and work with the animals so that they are adopted into loving and suitable homes. Founded by Dori Scofield, Save-A-Pet take in almost any animal they can and do what they have to, no matter the cost, to keep from having to send the animal somewhere else.  So many animals have been adopted to loving homes and while they are waiting for their forever home, they are comfortable in the shelter with their own cages, blankets and food, instead of roaming the streets. I myself are extremely grateful for the work that everybody at Save-A-Pet does for the poor abandoned animals.

Katie Reilly, Setauket, New York (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I'd love to nominate a website (www.paperbackswap.com), which, particularly in these tough economic times, allows members to swap books.

Runa, Charlottesville, VA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

Hi im from huntsville alabama, i work as a maint tech supervisor for a company out of tuscaloosa al. anyway my boss went the extra mile to have a veteran put in the cemetary in chattanooga tenn. The man died with no family and the local goverment wanted to bury the man in a paupers grave because he had no family. Her name is bernadette mace and because she went that extra mile he had an honarable burial .

Carolyn Kisner (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

Hi Brian - I am a membe of Valley Forge Trout Unlimited.  I wanted to bring attention to the efforts and results of our immediate past president - Pete Goodman.  No, it is not a play on words. He is just that; a good man.  I joined VFTU nearly 3 years ago to become a better fisherman.  What I found in TU and in Valley Forge TU was a think tank of generous, knowlegeable men who despite their differences always united in the effort of conservation of our cold water heritage in PA.  Pete was one of the first people that came up to talk to me at my first meeting.  I came to know him as not just another guy that fly fishes, but someone who knew every last little stream and tributary in the greater Philadelphia region and rolled up his sleeves and got involved.  We recently finished a reclamation project of a washed out area of Crabby Creek in Paoli PA.  A very historical, yet over developed suburb of Philadelphia.  The before pictures showed exposed sewerpipes, trash dumped and just a general eye sore surrounded by running water.  Pete brought together state and local officials as well as secured funding to restore a viable trout stream to the area.  I know Pete is a retired exec, I have no idea from where - our common thread is fly fishing and conservation in PA.  He has been a tremendous infuence on this young Trout Unlimited - now Life Member- and I think he would be a great feel good story to share with the country about what volunteers get done in these depressing times.  Regards- Todd

Todd Bowersox, Philadelphia, PA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

A former co-worker of mine recently found out he has cancer, but that has not stopped him from being kind. He steps in and helps anyway he can. Just this past week he started doing a collection of clothes, books and toys for a neighbor of his, a mother and her toddler child, who lost their house to a fire. This man has a lot of kindness in his heart to help others.

Tara Iams, Louisa, KY (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

Dear, Brian Williams

I am a 13 year old boy that lives in welton, Iowa.  My Language Arts teacher does acts of kind every day.  She teaches with so much energy and emotion.  Every day I go to school I look foward to having her as a teacher.  She is the best and deserves this recognition more than most people and teachers.  She has inspired me to want to go to college some day and become a teacher just like her.

Jacob Reistroffer, Welton, Iowa (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I have a pet therapy dog who is crippled. He came from a shelter a year ago and was very ill. We believe he was born with this defect that left his rear legs completely straight. It doesn't bother him at all though.
He is healthy now and we go to nursing homes to bring smiles to everyone. He has an extraordinary ability to know where a person is hurting and will try to lick the place. He is a special little pekingese.

Anita Riley (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I would like to nominate Regina Snowden of Partners for Youth with Disabilities in Boston. The website is PYD.org. This woman was a friend of mine years ago. I've not seen her since the early '70's, lost track of her. One day I decided to look her up online and try to reconnect, only to find out the wonderful work she is doing in Boston and elsewhere with children with disabilities. She is a beautiful woman, was a lifesaver to me as a young college freshman, years ago. I hope you'll consider doing a story on her. You can find out more information on Regina Snowden by "googling" her name, or checking out her website PYD.org. Thanks for your consideration. I don't think you'll be disappointed with the good news you find!I know I wasn't.

Kathy O'Neal-Niles, State College, PA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

Hey Brian,

You have to check out this after school program here in Pittsburgh. Monday through Friday they hold the program for children from one of "the burghs" most blighted areas and then on Saturday they hold church AND dinner for the community. This program is DEFINITELY an act of kindness that goes far during this economy.

Here's the link: http://www.evo-pgh.org/programs/asp.html

Thanks for wanting to add a positive note to the news. Keep up the good work.

William Davis, Pittsburgh PA (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

Mike Binkley, WCCO TV reported on this story.
http://www.qkindness.com/Press.php

In St. Paul, there's a place where kindness isn't just a goal, it's part of the company name. The Q Kindness Café  is tucked away inside the Lowry Building in downtown St. Paul. And for the past two years, it has been ground zero of a mission to create the kindest city in America.

"I think that's one of the best solutions to helping us out of this recession, is focusing on others, focusing on what we can do to help someone else," said co-owner Lisa Metwaly.

You could try walking into the café in a grouchy mood. But by the time your breakfast or lunch is served, you might have a new attitude. For starters, you'll see positive quotes on every wall, and on the menus and tables as well.  

Full story at the above link.

Lisa Cotter Metwaly, Saint Paul, MN (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

My family friend, a senior in high school, has been working extremely hard in the area of Alternative Energy.  He has started a very successful campaign at our local high school, and ran the schools first "Conservation Day" this week.  His plans could potentially save the school, and thus the community, thousands of dollars each year.

He also recently presented his papers and research at an International Conference in Delhi, where distinguished members such as Al Gore and other Nobel winners were in attendance.

His name is Hemant (Hemi) Gandhi, and he truly is a young entrepeneur working to benefit our communities.  His team of students has set up a website, where individuals can make pledges about how they will reduce energy consumption at home.

http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009903040326

http://carbonneutralvolunteers.org/

http://www.carbonneutralvolunteers.org/team.php

http://www.carbonneutralvolunteers.org/cal_personal_lifestyle_choices.php

Harlori, Okemos, Mich. (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I've self published a book for the newly disabled called CHASING NORMAL-A GUIDE FOR THE NEWLY DISABLED AND FOR THOSE WHO LOVE THEM. It could be especially helpful for injured soldiers if we can get it to them. You can view it at www.chasing-normal.com
Please help me spread the word.
Blessings
dinah

Dinah Chaudoir Federer --Sheboygan, WI (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I run Adams County Dental Health Services, it a free dental clinic for uninsured and underinsured children of Adams County, Gettysburg, PA. We operate by volunteer dentist from the community and Harriburg Area Community College dental hygiene students. I'd like to nominate the dentist who give up their day off to come into my clinic and provide free dental treatment for the children of Adams County Head Start, Rural Opportunities and we are now reaching out to foster children.

Wanda Wagaman (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:07 PM)

I think it would be a good idea to highlight the fact that FairPoint Communications has come into the north east and created almost 700 jobs in ME, NH, and VT.  They've gotten a lot of bad press from the transition from Verizon and I think they deserve some credit for helping out Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.

Beau Portland, Maine (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:08 PM)

I am so proud of my seven year old daughter, Natalie.  Our local animal shelter is in danger of closing due to the poor economy, and Natalie, a dedicated animal-lover is extremely worried.  After reading an article about the troubles our SPCA is facing, Natalie and her brother Sean donated the money they currently had, as well as contacted family members to ask for them to donate funds.  In all they collected $55 to donate to the Chemung County SPCA.  Kids may not understand the full effects of this poor economy, but they CAN work to make a difference.

Jennifer Powers, Corning, NY (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:08 PM)

I'm delighted to tell you about Debi Krakar, Executive Director of the Austin Dog Alliance.  Debi started this non-profit organization from her home several years ago, working 50 hours or more a week without a lick of pay.  Recently she took a giant leap of faith and opened an adoption and training center.  Austin Dog Alliance's programs include:  Dog Rescue and Adoption, Pet Therapy (training teams to visit nursing homes, hospitals, and schools), Deaf Community Programs (including training their first hearing ear dog), Youth Outreach (educational programs designed to boost self-esteem), and Training (to reduce the number of dogs who are turned in to shelters).

I volunteer with this organization, and I never ceased to be amazed by the amount of time, energy, and financial support Debi gives to this organization.  She's amazing.

Colleen Kawamura (Cedar Park, TX) (Sent Wednesday, March 04, 2009 7:08 PM)



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