Building a more compassionate and generous world requires a focus on fostering generosity. Part of that is asking generous folks to open up about where they think their generosity comes from.

Sharpie J

My generosity comes from the idea that we should be better people. Something as simple as holding a door or complimenting someone, just a simple act of kindness and generosity can completely change someone’s outlook on life the smallest gestures make the biggest impact, and the smallest voices make the loudest noise. Read more>>

Elizabeth McCartney

I have been consciously guided to offer the healing, wisdom & teachings of Source to all in a way that allows each to embrace this not as idle luxury, but rather a part of the natural course of their daily life. I offer donation sessions that allows each soul guided into healing, the opportunity in which they may offer what is of union to their comfort financially, physically and consciously. Read more>>

Angela Mavropoulos

My roots in Greek culture are the bedrock of my generosity. Growing up on the island of Cyprus, I immersed myself in a society where hospitality was not just a practice but a way of life. Welcoming strangers into our home was a regular occurrence, and I never felt apprehensive about this act of kindness. Read more>>

Lynn James(Kiona)

As a Yakama Tribal Member having “give-a-ways” is a part of my culture. We have them at birthdays, funerals, memorials, and other cultural ceremonies. It was passed down from my elders. During these ceremonies all family members bring things to give to people attending. I would say it is describe it as a “potluck” or “potlatch” as the Alaskan tribes call their ceremonies. Read more>>

Franco Galvan

My generosity. That particular quality is because of my Mom. She was extremely generous and good hearted. I think I developed that by being with her seeing her operate in life. Look out for people. She also had a ton of friends, connections, and people that trusted her. Read more>>

Michael Bunch

I would say it came from the cards i was dealt in my life. it started right out of high school. I entered air force and took leadership roles. then just after my last child was born in 2002 i fell down walking down my hall way and couldn’t get up i was paralyzed from waste down. Read more>>

Dr. Craig Hobar

I believe God creates a place in our heart that is only fulfilled by helping others, and the more we help others the stronger and bigger that place grows. There is no reward system that compares. Let me tell you the story of LEAP Global Missions, which I think addresses several of these questions. I had no vision or dream of what was to happen with LEAP Global Missions when I stepped forward in faith to take a single experienced surgical team to the Dominican Republic in 1991 to operate on children with cleft lips and palates. Read more>>

Keisha Stewart

My generosity comes from working twenty-one years at Prisma Health (Greenville Hospital System). Helping people that were suffering from physical or mental illness made we want to uplift people. Ten of those years working there were in the Children’s hospital. During this time, I became very close to children and families. It taught me how to respect people from different backgrounds and their way of thinking. Also, it showed me to be more compassionate and generous to people that were in hard situations. Read more>>

Matthew Evilsizor

Let me share a personal revelation born from the aftermath of a challenging breakup. In its wake, I found myself entangled in resentment. I deployed my total arsenal of closure tactics to help move forward but as months passed it continued to cast an emotionally oppressive shadow over my heart, productivity, and overall well-being. Read more>>

Felica Booker

I have to say my generosity stems from the values that where developed when I was growing up with my grandparents in East Texas. Our family was a close-knit family and seeing my grandparents always give in the local community of what they called “Foxhill” engrained that you always should give back to others who are less fortunate. Our holidays and family gatherings growing up, we had a tradition to welcome friends and guests to our home and it was always an abundance of food and laughter. Read more>>

Halo Kitsch

When I was a kid I used to notice homeless people through the car window and I imagined it must be so difficult to have ended up that way – with nothing, like it must be there own fault. I know now I was privileged to live under that illusion. I grew up to learn I was an alcoholic myself. When my drinking turned from glamorous to quite grave I realized it was really quite simple to lose everything. I lost a lot. Read more>>

Ericka Hatfield

I was fortunate to have grown up surrounded by not only both of my grandparents but also my great-grandparents, in addition to aunts, uncles, and godparents. I am genuinely grateful for the opportunity to hear the stories of their lives and the challenges they’ve overcome. Since childhood, a fundamental value instilled in me is the belief that kindness can always be extended, and if one has the capacity to help someone, they should. Read more>>

Alex Solca

In life you receive and you give back. We are all connected and we all need each other. At some point, we all need help and we are also in a position to help others.
From my experience, I realized that the most satisfying and fulfilling feeling is when you help others. it’s a “feel good” vibe that lasts longer than being selfish.
When I moved to the USA from Europe I met a lot of people who helped me for no particular reason. They sure made a big difference in my life and at that point I kept in my mind that at some point I would do the same. Read more>>

LaDeidra Stokes-Roberts

I got my generosity from my parents. I decided to build my own brand when my mother passed away in February 2016. My parents enjoyed helping others in the community, so I wanted to continue their legacy of helping others. Read more>>

Jono Davis

In my career, I’ve had many people believe in me. Several special organizations and employers saw something in me and pushed me, even when I wasn’t aware at the time that my skillset was growing because of them. I am at a very special point in my life where I have several platforms to give back to the community. I want that cycle to continue, and move our next generation of theatre and art-makers to the spotlight. It starts with kindness and the wants and needs of the industry. Read more>>

Gem Marc Collins

My generosity comes from the spirit of Christ that I aim to live in my day-to-day life. I had a dream once that I met Samuel L. Jackson. Funny enough, he did not drop a single curse word. I had asked him about his technique that allows him to tap into a character at a moment’s notice. He told me, “Technique? If the piece inspires me and makes me feel something emotional then I do it. That way I give the purposity it calls for”. Read more>>

Kimberly Lavon

The world today seems to be overloaded with red tape, gatekeepers, opportunists and more. They all seem to collide in unison at every turn especially for creatives. I don’t think that’s fair. So in an effort to right that wrong I give as much as I can when I can. That’s why my business policy is “full or free.” Meaning my time and products are full price or free if there is a demonstrated need and opportunity for me to help. Read more>>

Tom Provost

I grew up in a home with open doors. While our family, like any family, had our share of drama (oh my!), my parents were incredible models of giving and care to others. There was always ‘room at the Inn” for anyone in need. More often than not, someone who needed a place to stay was sleeping in the guest room for as long as needed, with nothing required for the room: no rent, no service, no expectations other than joining in and being part of the family while in the house.  Read more>>

Michael “JOVO” Jovanovski

My generosity comes from 2 areas. First, my mother. She is a Macedonian immigrant and raised three boys. We are all 11 months apart. My father was busy working to pay for all of us, so it was up to mom. She has the heart of gold and must have a bit of Mother Teresa in her. I mean they were both born in Macedonia. Second, my old native land. Canada. I was born there and lived there until I was 50. The Canadian culture is polite, reserved and generous. It’s not as ambitious as its big brother America. Read more>>