Over the years, we have consistently been blown away by the examples of generosity we’ve witnessed from our community of creatives and entrepreneurs. We asked some of them to open up to us about where they think their generosity comes from.
Travis Clarke
Generosity is a integral component to my success and overall philosophy in life. I’ve studied the Eastern philosophies of karma and really believe that what you put out, you get back in return. You literally reap what you sow. I often saw my mother growing up be very generous to my sister, the rest of my family, and I. Read more>>
Tiffany Castagno
My Generosity comes from a genuine desire to see humankind succeed, reach their top potential, and constantly be seeking the better version of ourselves. It started with my Parents because Mom and Dad always taught me to do the right thing and to be kind to others. We learned what was not nice and what was nice. Read more>>
Ariel Dejesus
Tattooing for Christ is exactly what it sounds like. Tattooing and doing what I love in exchange for donations for the homeless here in Fort Worth Texas instead of cash. People love tattoos and they love them even more when they don’t have to pay money for them but instead pay with toothbrushes, deodorant, socks etc. my name is Ariel Dejesus and I am a tattoo artist who owns a tattoo shop in Benbrook Texas. Read more>>
Emily Lewis
My generosity comes from my dad and seeing how he interacted with others my entire childhood. My dad grew up very poor and worked very hard at a young age and continued to work hard to give my sisters and I a bright future. Growing up my dad was always the one to go to if you knew of someone in need. Read more>>
Kristin Lopez
That’s easy. Lenny Ettinger, my Pop Pop! He was such a generous man his entire life, to his family, friends and to strangers or those that needed help that he never even knew. He was generous even after his time here on earth. He changed people’s lives, including mine, for the better. Now I live the life of “be generous with what you have” through my parenting, my relationships with others and a side project I’m impacting my community with called Love Like Lenny! Read more>>
Laura Gross
I think all important life skills improve (or should!) with time. I believe kindness is the most important quality in a person, and generosity stems from kindness. But, while I like to think I’ve always been a kind person, when I was younger I was less patient with other people than I am today, often from the mistaken idea that anyone could and should do what I could do. Read more>>
Latesha Grant
My generosity comes from growing up in a low income community. I always said once I became a Millionaire, I would help homeless people and those with harsh up comings and extremely limited resources. I wasn’t always big on education and learning about different walks of life. However, with growth and years of maturity it allowed my life to change. Read more>>
David & Dara Landry
The generosity that we exhibit is informed by a number of different things, the first of which is our faith in Christ. We are compelled to be generous as a sign to our fellow human beings because God is most generous to us. Read more>>
Monti Hill
When I first started designing and developing content for organizations and political movements, I was so eager to get my work seen that I did most of my projects for free. Read more>>
Emily Wiitanen
My parents! They have taught me everything that I have ever needed to know & I’ve witnessed them always lending a helping hand, being team players & helping out in any way possible. It’s inspired me to do the best & the most that I can for others. Read more>>
Kayte Demont
This one comes from my parents, specifically my dad. My dad is also a people-loving, empathetic, passionate and silly individual. He’s always taught me that giving back (in his case often financially as he’s a fundraising consultant for non-profits), was the most important He also taught me that relationships are what gets you furthest in life and if I were to learn anything from him, it was to do something I loved so I never felt like it was WORK. Read more>>
David Gibbs
My generosity comes from my personal relationship with Jesus Christ. I move through life with a constant emphasis that my money and resources are not my own. I am to help folks as much as I can. Not only with money but with my time, education and the gifts I am lucky to have. If we all used our resources to build up, I’m sure we would be surprised how great the world could be. Read more>>
Edward Black
Where does #iamedwardblack get his generosity from? Well this a very deep question to me so allow me to go in depth please? Generosity is such a priceless gift and it to me, it means more than just one thing. Respect, consideration, kindness, empathy and many more admirable qualities are all part of what makes being genuinely generous worth more than being rich to me. Read more>>
Pam Webster
My generosity comes from my faith in God. And basically it is how I was raised. My father was a generous man. And my Mom is one of the most generous people I have ever met. I am the youngest of 8 girls. And we all were taught to be helpful to people who are in need. Read more>>
David McConnell
It’s totally selfish, but I like the way I feel when I help someone out. It’s just a good feeling to make someone else feel the same way I do when I help them. Whether it be through over coming obstacles in the forge or in life! Read more>>
LaToya Williams
I grew up with a mother who was always lending a helping hand. From taking in and raising other people’s children, working charity events, working for nonprofit organizations, feeding the less fortunate, etc. She was always the light in someone else’s darkness. Watching her change people’s lives and making them smile made me want to exude that same energy. This made me want to be a better person too and I learned empathy. Read more>>
Chef Eddie G
Growing up in a Catholic household and attending private school taught me to be compassionate and helpful to other human beings. After Catholic school I attended Johnson & Wales Culinary University where I learned the power of food in helping others. I believe this is what started my journey of being generous and giving back whenever possible…. Read more>>
Beauty Katera
My generosity comes from my past . Often in elementary I was bullied for my size . At home I was taught that everyone is there own person and are beautiful in there own way. Being kind was always the environment I grew up in. My family was the ones who faithfully fed the homeless , helped many out etc . Read more>>
Jalan Ward
It derives from being inspired by my family. They are the most giving people, and it has always intrigued me how these great individuals would give their last just to make sure someone is taken care of. I’m a witness of that. It has made me the man I am today, and for me to really take on the role of helping as many people as I possibly can in this world. If I can at least help change just one persons life with something I gave or instilled within them then I’ll be fine for the rest of my life. Read more>>
AJ Schenkman
My generosity comes from my mom. She instilled in me a strong sense of community involvement. She also taught me that one person could make a difference in people’s lives. Read more>>
Caitlyn Proco
I surround myself with good people who do good things. And I know how simple that sounds, but for as long as I can remember, I have chosen to surround myself with amazing people, leaders, and mentors who live their lives by giving back, doing good, and being kind in all interactions. When I am continually surrounded by generosity, I become both intrinsically and extrinsically motivated to continue becoming a better, kinder, and more generous version of myself. Read more>>
Riley C. Bryson
Here at Gwinnett Dance Project, our mission is to “create a creative community by providing a space for local dancers to explore, sharing movement with our audiences that stimulates dialogue, inspires connection, and awakens emotion.” We are currently a twelve-person company, and each of us is extremely supportive and responsive to one another through rehearsal, performances, and everyday life. Our generosity comes from this strong company rapport. Read more>>
Shasmine Thomas
My generosity stems from a desire to help those in need who otherwise would not be able to participate. The foundation of my program is cost efficiency, ensuring that all young athletes within my community have an opportunity to experience the world of competitive cheerleading. Read more>>
OnTheGrind Music
I’ve always been generous ever since a kid, it’s something you can’t explain really it’s just in your heart to be that way ,It’s a good feeling, i just like to help people the best i can if i can it’s not like I’m losing nothing, tho you have to use you generosity wisely a good heart looks like a sweet lick to some. Read more>>
Conan Karpinski
When I was around 18 years old, I had the incredible opportunity to meet my music hero, Jack Steadman, the frontman of Bombay Bicycle Club and a solo artist under the alias “Mr Jukes.” As an aspiring and curious artist at the time, he was exceptionally kind and generous, taking the time to answer all my questions about gear and technology. Read more>>
Bonnie Sanchez
Being generous of my time, resources, ideas, mentoring and insatiable desire to help others – all comes from a place of gratitude, deep in my heart. Read more>>
J.T. Hiskey
Thats a great question. My generosity that I have spread thorugh-out my entire life, honestly came from my sweet mother. My mom has always taught me to be kind to others, show respect, and always be there for the ones who need it the most. Music has given me the chance to spread even more generosity, because it has allowed me to have a platform where I can inspire others while also meeting so many amazing new people every single day. Read more>>
Leann Littleton
My generosity comes from my parents. Both have passed, but they taught me and my sister that if we have something and someone is in need, we share. My sister and I shared a room a lot growing up, not because our house wasn’t big enough, but because my parents were always opening our door for friends and family in need. Money will come and go, but caring for others is worth so much more. I know that sounds so cheesy, but it’s just the household we grew up in. Read more>>
Jai’Koa Parham
I would say I get my generosity from my family. Growing up I used to watch my parents all the time help other people out never once, did they seek any type of recognition or personal benefit from doing so. Their mission was always to help improve the world around them. One person at a time through one small act of kindness. Read more>>
