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It All Started At A Lemonade Stand
Charlene and beloved family friend , Parker
Benevolent acts are expressed in many ways . Some people contribute financially , some volunteer their time , others advocate for , and some give their heart and soul unconditionally . For Dave and Charlene Walker , their altruism unfolds in every way mentioned .
When asked where they derived their sense of giving , Dave and Charlene shared with GB Magazine , “ We cannot pinpoint it , but each of us is thankful for our blessings and mindful of our surroundings . We like to engage and give of our time - then we pay attention . Being involved allows us to better understand the needs of the organization and provide more targeted help . Our financial support is
Dave loading up the truck for the “ Roses for Seniors ” event
that much more rewarding because we have firsthand knowledge of how it will benefit the organization .”
Dave recalls the first donation he ever made , “ It was at a neighborhood lemonade stand , and I remember the excitement when I asked the kids why they were raising money . They spoke with so much passion for their cause ; it inspired me . You could see the pride in their parent ’ s faces watching their kids talk about something that meant enough to them to set up shop to do good .
32 GBSAN . COM | JANUARY 2021