“Purpose is the place where your deep gladness meets the world’s needs.” – Frederick Buechner
Life Leadership has featured so many stories of people serving for the Life on Life Initiative, that some of the stories actually slipped through the cracks! However, that doesn’t mean the stories were any less significant. That is why we are excited to share this story that came in from Chicago, Illinois, where Life Members helped a worthy organization called “Refugee One.” Check out the details, written by Jeanne Fritch:
Refugee One: Backpack Life on Life Project
In August of 2015, over 20 Life Leadership Members (including children) came together to bring several stacks of new school supplies, personal items and backpacks to help a non-profit organization called Refugee One. Our goal was to fill at least 25 backpacks in order to help refugee children begin new productive lives in the United States. The children endure long trips across the world with little or no belongings, many coming from refugee camps, are they are met by a representative from Refugee One who greets them with a backpack for their new life as a young American student. This gives them something new to keep and have as their own.
The Life Members arrived on that day and stocked tables that soon overflowed with supplies. Assembly lines were set up and adults worked alongside children, exceeding the team’s goal by filling 40 backpacks and filling many boxes with all the extra supplies that would be used by the organization. The backpacks were then delivered by a team member, whose car was filled-to-the-top, to deliver to the Chicago offices. She was met by a very grateful and overwhelmed staff member.
Thank you to all of the Life Members who participated in this Life on Life Initiative from Team Braveheart, under the leadership of Jeff and Tammy Darling! Your service and contribution made a difference for several children who were in need.
Joe Burdick says
That was a VERY rewarding day!! It was an amazing display of love and teamwork by the Chicago Braveheart Clan to give children in need and hand up. I’m honored to be a part of such a wonderful organization!!
Brandon Perry says
I love that this service keeps going well after the launch of the initiative. So thankful that this community is choosing to be the light in our world. Shine on life leadership.
Lloyd weiler says
Amazing servants, you guys are the best!!
Tracey Brill says
Love hearing all the great things that members are doing. Proud to be a part of Life Leadership family!
Teesa Rossman says
Very cool. Great job, everyone!
Tina Burdick says
What a memorable day that was! As more and more bags and boxes made their way to the tables and floors, we began to wonder where it would all fit! I truly love the heart of LIFE Leadership and the unique ways our members find to serve humanity.