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.
Clarence Dowell
I grew up in a home where my parents would allow people to stay with us from time to time when they fell on hard times. Likewise as I grew up I know there were people that reached or lended a helping hand when my parents may of struggled. Lastly, I think back to the Bible in knowing Jesus could have came as anything He wanted to be but He came to serve. It is my duty to help where I can and make the world just a little bit better for those with less than me when I come across them. Read more>>
Stephanie Lask
My generosity comes from always seeing the good in people. Always wanting to help people. Always wanting to be a resource, a friend, someone who is kind, and known as such. Read more>>
Selena Clarke
My generosity is deeply rooted in the teachings of my mother and the guidance of God. Having grown up in the church, I’ve always been inspired by the principle, ‘Treat others as you want to be treated.’ My mother instilled in me the importance of giving and helping whenever possible, reminding me that it’s through God’s provision that I’m able to support those around me. Read more>>
Cheyenne Sampsill
Growing up, coming from humble beginnings, will divide a person. You can follow the path of least resistance and fall in line, leading a life like your adolescence. Or you can decide to drive on and live a life more successful than your past; I chose the latter. My childhood was filled with multiple homes, towns, and even countries. Donated bushels of sweet potatoes and shared “half-priced Happy Meals on Thursdays”, and it didn’t take me very long to realize that I wanted something different that supported me and my passions. Read more>>
Courtney Govan
I think inherently, generosity comes from a lot of different places. I think it stems from the idea of what makes a good person and what drives our actions. It can be seen in a smile, in patience and simply in listening. I’ve always considered myself a bit of a people pleaser, especially as a kid and young adult. Because of that my relationship with my kindness towards others as been kind of a focus as I have gotten older. Read more>>
Torryn Hatcher
Upper Room Roastery got its name from the account found in John 13 of Jesus washing the feet of His disciples. The night before His arrest, Jesus gathered with the disciples in the upper room of a home and shared a meal with them. It was there that Jesus, the one and only Son of God who had lived a life free of sin, prepared a basin of water and began to wash the feet of the twelve men. This event can seem odd on the outside, but there is such profound beauty woven in the details. Read more>>
Jem Calobrace
Who I am today is profoundly shaped by my grandmother, Lorenza. My sense of generosity is a gift from her, as she lovingly cared for my sister and me from the moment we were born in the Philippines. Alongside her, my aunt provided us with everything we needed, treating us as her own children and ensuring we were always supported and cared for. They have been a tremendous blessing in our lives. Read more>>
Kate Bera
My generosity stems in part from a deep gratitude that I feel towards others. Receiving used to be really difficult for me, I tend to be pretty independent and would often lean more into self-reliance than on reaching out for support. I once read something though that talked about how neither giving or receiving is inherently better than the other, it’s like inhaling and exhaling, both are needed within relationships and throughout life. Read more>>
Francesca Johnson
My generosity comes from an innate place in my soul that thrives on giving. I love what I do so much, and each transformation is as incredible as the last. Each person who sits in my chair is truly beautiful and unique, and giving them the gift of beauty and education for them to recreate their looks at home fuels my passion more than they could ever know. I feel like giving is so important because of how much I receive. Red more>>
Will Pharaoh
My generosity is a trait I inherited from both my mother and father. My mother, a postal worker, and my father, a hustler, taught me the value of serving others through their actions. Whether in good times or bad, I never saw them waver in their generosity. Life is unpredictable, and you never know when you might need generosity or be called upon to give it. I’ve learned that embracing generosity is essential to fulfilling one’s purpose in life. Read more>>
Takeesha Young
My generosity comes from my grandfather. He is a man that always has and always liked to help others. He has a heart of gold and he had taught me to be as humble as I am today.Read more>>
Edward Victorio
My generosity comes from my emotional self awareness and the ability to see different perspectives. I’ve realized that when I’m unkind to other people I’m being unkind with myself. I don’t like it, that’s not me. I love seeing people smile & being authentically happy. You never know when someone could be under a dark cloud & sharing a little bit of your light can really make a difference. G for greatness GENEROUS & grateful. Read more>>
Lauren Franko
Our generosity comes from a deep-rooted commitment to community support and social responsibility. Lexi and I believe in giving back and making a positive impact, driven by our core values and the culture we’ve cultivated at SBNY. Our approach to generosity is intertwined with our business philosophy, ethical practices, and a genuine desire to contribute to the betterment of society. This commitment isn’t just a corporate stance but a personal one, reflecting our passion for making a difference in the communities we are a part of. Read more>>
Martin Geller
To me, generosity springs forth from the heart. I love the joy and warmth I experience when giving. There are countless ways to be generous: sharing knowledge, showing kindness, or offering something without expecting anything in return. Read more>>
Henson White
I’ve have always believed that there is no point of your success if you are not helping build something for the future. I attended school because of others accomplishments, I graduated early because of others accomplishments. So my success is a result of others generosity. I want to be able to say that I at least tried, because at the end of the day sometimes that’s all you can say. Read more>>
Nathalie Francois
It comes from my parents.i watched my parents go out of their way for everyone, strangers, family and friends. They will give anyone the shirt of their backs. It was always important for them to help others and to help build others. I watched my father pay for school, pay rent and feed so many and it was never an issue. So giving back and staying humble was the best lesson I’ve learned from them Read more>>
Diamond Haynes
Well, I’ve always been a giver. As an only child, that’s pretty out of the ordinary but as I got older I understood the humility that comes with giving. Especially to those who are in circumstances that might be beyond their control. Throughout the years I’ve given to those in need here and there when I would be driving or out in the community. Now, I seek out people to give to including the homeless community and those experiencing a life in poverty. Read more>>
David Aviles
My Generosity comes from my mother, she is the most giving person i have ever seen. anyone would come knocking on our door to ask for food in our old neighborhood and she would give them anything she could. i never seen her say no to anyone. We didn’t understand it when we were kids but now i do and i try to live like her with her heart. She would always say “Never deny food to anyone” Read more>>
Ashley Redding
Generosity, is huge for me. Growing up, my family didn’t have much, but looking back, we didn’t need much. The older I get, the more I recognize that generosity doesn’t just come in monetary form, but also from your actions. My generosity comes from recognizing that if I, myself need kindness and some form of help at times, I need to give that to others too. Read more>>
Hannah Davis
I grew up in Colorado and come from a family where service and community are in our bones. My dad is a 30+ year Westminster firefighter and my mom was involved in our school committees, church, community organizations, and professionally, she supports top leaders of the Peaks Region of Intermountain Health. It shouldn’t have been a surprise to me that I ended up in a career field that was embedded in service and community. Read more>>
Annie Gorenflo
I get it from my mother. I came from a single-parent home – my parents divorced when I was less than two years old, and while my father was still in our lives, he was not much of an active parent. My mother has always loved to volunteer, always carries spare dollars in her pockets for people in need, and is always the first person to offer anything to anyone. Read more>>
Steven Dagani
I would have to say it stems from my grandfather. He was my father figure and was never really the type to speak on what to do or what not to do but would show what to do and what not to do with his actions. If you were to ask anyone in our family to describe him in one word, I believe the first word that comes to mind would be generous. He always put everyone else first, always provided, he was always someone you can count on. Read more>>
