Recently I saw a video (which is now on my Facebook page) called Christmas gifts for the homeless. In it a man asks people on the street what they’d like for Christmas, and he goes and buys what they ask for. It’s amazing: they ask for simple things like a blanket, a sandwich, or a new pair of pants. When he comes back with their gifts, it’s like “wow.” They are deeply touched, and so happy. And, watching it, you can’t help feeling it too.
That’s the power of giving!
At Eliegante, the season of giving starts early. Actually, I’m not sure it ever stops! But I’m not just talking about the people who come to the salon. We love to give our customers a great cut, style, and relaxing experience, but we also want to extend our giving out into the community. Interestingly, giving in November has a lot to do with hair!
Most people know about “Mo-vember”, where growing your moustache and taking part in events help to raise awareness about men’s health. But there are lots of other activities happening too. Each year we support City Kidz in Hamilton, which is such a great program for youth in our city. We often hold a Cut-a-Thon to raise funds for City Kidz, and this year one of the speakers at the City Kidz Dream Banquet dinner is a former City Kid herself!
Also coming up is the McMaster Shave-for-a-Cure fundraiser on November 14, from 10-3pm. My staff and I get the privilege to support these brave participants who shave their heads to raise money for Camp Trillium, a local non-profit organization which provides year-round recreational experiences for pediatric cancer patients and their families. Oh, and I want to mention the Liberty for Youth Fundraising Dinner on Nov. 9 at 5:30pm too.
So many great events!
A few weeks ago I was blessed by the giving of others as I celebrated my 50th birthday. My family, friends, customers and staff gave me plenty to be thankful for! Now, this month I can pass on the giving to others who do so much in our community.
Giving isn’t just for Christmas. It’s something that we can do all the time.
