(S26) - PT 3 - Oh, the Who-manity!

[dogwoodmaple]

There's no better time to help out with charities than over the holidays. In New York, we've made it a point to give back this year and each positional group has taken it upon themselves to try and outdo the others. Clearly, the safeties are the class of the bunch and are so proud of the work we're doing this holiday season. We decided to go to some of the most crowded soup kitchens near our team's facility and help out all month. In our off days, we rotate between serving the food, cleaning the kitchen, and helping to raise money and goods for the inhabitants. This particular soup kitchen is associated with a shelter not far away, which is where we also have decided to spend some of our time. The most rewarding parts for me have been two-fold. First, helping to raise money for winter supplies for the people who need them is so important this time of year. Whether it's socks, gloves, hats, or things like foodstuffs, we are making an immediate difference in our community. The winters in New York are brutally cold so we know these things are getting put to good use. The second part that is really impactful has been serving the hot meals that this soup kitchen provides. Regardless of who needs a meal, why they're there, or how long they've been coming, we treat everybody with respect and dignity and do everything we can to give them one less thing to worry about while they're with us. I may not be the best cook, but I can serve, wash, and clean up with the best of them. We're also raising money for this kitchen and shelter which will help them expand and offer more services to even more individuals. It's truly the time for giving and I'm so fortunate to be in a position where I can help my fellow man, even if it's in this small way.

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