Hello all.  I hope this note finds you well.  As another Holiday Season is upon us, one thing for certain is different.  This economic mess we are in is strapping us all.  No one is immune.

Two things are also clear.  There are more people in need of assistance than ever before and there are fewer people in a position to help…not a good combination.  We have struggled this year to find a good opportunity for the kids to help others.  And some of you have asked me where to find opportunities to make a difference.  Never fear.

VolunteerMatch.org is an organization whose sole purpose is to help willing people find a need in their community.  Simply follow this link: Volunteer Match.  You can then add all sorts of search parameters and find something the whole family can help out with!  Your kids and you will love getting out and making a difference in someone else’s life.

Happy Holidays to all.

My very best,

Brett A Johnston
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