Core to our mission is building a more compassionate and generous world and so we reached out to some of the most generous folks we know to ask them to share where they think their generosity comes from.
Daidrien Johnson
My work ethic stems from my drive to create a better society. In my youth, I often took things for granted, failing to grasp that it’s not about what you possess, but what you accomplish with those possessions. Observing this, I feel compelled to do more for those less fortunate. By delivering information that can be most beneficial to them. Seeing others tirelessly working to improve the world motivates me to do the same. Read more>>
Edmond Tsekpo
Generosity is the rail that helps the train of life move swiftly. As a growing young man I found myself in communities where people strive under the hot sun to survive. People with outstanding ideas but lack the push due to lack of generosity. Read more>>
Angel Virtuoso
It stems from empathy first; moving through my heart space and permeating my understanding and experiences of -feeling-, and then it stems from awareness of karma. Generosity is an embodiment because it is successful and abundant through many mediums. Generosity is a chameleon because it is very fluid and it is also an act. Read more>>
EVE WOOD
When I was around thirteen years old I had an experience that influenced the way I see the world. I was walking down the street on my way to see a friend and I saw a man coming towards me. It had been raining and there were snails gilding along the sidewalk, living their best snail lives. Read more>>
Bizzy Balboa
My generosity definitely stems from my mom. She’s this incredible woman who always puts others first. I remember growing up, she’d constantly be helping people – from assisting kids with college applications to becoming a professor herself and guiding others. Read more>>
Audrea V. Abraham
My generosity comes from my mother. My mother was the epitome of a giver and she would give until she could give no more. And when she was done giving, she went and found somewhere to get it from. I appreciate her ‘giving’ influence! Read more>>
Mandy Horton Walker
My mother’s parents trained to be missionaries to China, but did not serve overseas due to political instability. My grandfather’s ministry was in small churches in Georgia, where he was the second pastor to establish Vacation Bible School. He also led the Boy Scouts and taught every child he met how to swim, so they would not experience the near-drowning that he had experienced when he was a boy. Read more>>
O. Ewola
My generosity comes from knowing that I am connected to God. He’s limitless, boundless and an unlimited source. As long as I’m connected to Him, I’m good forever. My generosity also comes from realizing that everything I have isn’t truly “mine”. My gifts and talents are to be shared and gifted with others who will eventually be inspired to do the same with their own gifts and talents. Read more>>
Namu Williams
My mom, no doubt. She died when our house burned down on Christmas morning when I was 12 years old, but in the few short years before then, she made a massive impact on me. She taught me early on that giving was better than receiving, that there are few feelings in the world more satisfying than the feeling you get from helping someone else. Read more>>
Jasmine Ashanti
My mother is the most giving person I have ever encountered in my life. Outside of my own determination and hard work, her selflessness is one of the biggest contributors to my successes. She puts others before her self and I am absolutely sure she would give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. Read more>>
Michael & Chimere White
As devout followers of Christ we believe that it is our spiritual duty to love and to care for others as God has loved us. In the bible, 1 John 4:19 says, we love each other because he loved us first. That scripture is indicative to the way we live. Read more>>
Catalina Huerta-Cardamone
My generosity towards others stems from having a rough teenage life. I have had many obstacles in life that I had to overcome one my own. Feeling lost at times and like I had no one to guide me out of bad situations. Read more>>
TERESA FOSTER
Ever since I was a little girl, I saw how my mother was so generous with all those around her. She gave so much of herself to her younger siblings, without ever asking for anything in return, And that always impressed me, always stuck with me, after all these years. And I have tried to emulate her in that, as much as possible. Read more>>
Bobby Ostrop
I have always had empathy and the need to help others since I was a child. I often would come to the defense of others that were bullied or taken advantage of. We at K&R have taken on several causes in need of pest control including hospice care and women’s shelters. The need to give back and help others is an integral part of who I am as well as the kind of business K&R is. Read more>>
Jayce McGill
My generosity comes from suffering. Being the person on both sides of the glass. Whether the one looking out or in , we see each other. Many desire to be the one inside . It gives security , it implies warmth from the cold and shade from the sun. Very few notices the beauty of someone being outside. Read more>>
Adam Gunton
Very early in life I experienced the real feeling that comes from giving to someone else. When you give something to someone, without expecting something in return, the spiritual and emotional well-being that comes from it is amazing. The older I get, the more I realize there are resources here that are abundant and can never be used up, so I try to give out as much of them as possible. Those are: smiles and happiness, joy and freedom, and true love. Read more>>
Hilary Sloane
I have felt generous since I was a child. It was overwhelming at times and still is. If I see someone in need, I sometimes have to hold back and not try to fix it. Imposing myself into the situation is not always the right action. These days, I think of it more as doing the right thing. If I can support someone to overcome their challenges or hold a space for those in need, it is the right thing to do. Read more>>
B. Monét
I believe my generosity came from the women who came before me. These women have been incredible, including my great-grandmother, grandmothers, and mom. From their strength, kindness, their style, their grace, their sophistication their faith has inspired me to keep going throughout my whole life. Read more>>
Cyndee Arroyo
My willingness to help others stems from my parents. They demonstrated to me the importance of generosity. I find that helping others brings me joy. The effect that it has on others is immeasurable. The magical thing about giving is that when we’re generous, we inspire others to be generous. Read more>>
Josh Jackson
I dunno if I’d call myself generous, but I like to pay things forward even if its not something I got directly from anyone. If I’m honest and because nepotism is a thing, no one who is where they are today is there because they did it alone. Chances are very high you knew someone who was willing to give you a chance and then you did the work. Read more>>
Abriana Terrell
Well for starters, it has always been embedded in me to be kind to others. Not only did God continue to humble me throughout life by letting me know that at any moment you can be in someone else’s shoes; I would always see my dad give to others without hesitation and sometimes in large sums. Read more>>
Alexander Miller
Growing up all over the world in places such as Angola, Africa and Perth, Australia have shown me a very different side of life. I try to be understanding of people and where they come from or what they might be going through on a deeper level beyond the surface. I try my best to stick by the old saying “treat others as you want to be treated”. Read more>>
Viktor Drago
My generosity comes from a combination of personal experiences, values instilled by my family, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Growing up, I saw my parents consistently go out of their way to help friends, neighbors, and even strangers, which taught me the importance of kindness and selflessness. Read more>>
Sarah Jaynes
I was raised by a preacher and a teacher. I grew up in a house fuelled by service. My parents were generous with their time and their love. They taught me that the act of giving was the basis of community and a sense of belonging. As a mother and a teacher I share all day. Read more>>
Jonee’ Williams
My generosity came from growing up without my mother or father. My grandmother, great grandmother and aunts raised me. I raised to be respectful and grateful for the things that I had. I didn’t have a lot of my wants, but my needs were met. My grandparents gave what they had and that was love. Read more>>
Yvonne Anderson
My mother – who was always giving back! My mother had 4 children, (and in her era that was a full time job), she was an entrepreneur with an active small business and she always gave back volunteering with special needs children, being a woman’s leader at the church, organizing our local outdoor ice rink in our community and at the elementary school. My mom was an inspiration! Read more>>
