Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Pay it forward this Thanksgiving

             Making a difference in families with children has been a commitment since day one of opening our office. 20 years ago we created the Basket Brigade at Chiropractic USA to make a measurable difference in the community. To date, we have fed more than 1000 families! This program not only helps families in their time of need, but each year we hear amazing stories of people paying it forward.  

The very first year my wife and I had the Basket Brigade out of our home with my family and friends. It began after hearing a story that friend, motivational speaker Tony Robbins, shared with a group of people.  He told a story of when he was a child and his mother was unable to provide food for their family.  A man arrived at the door on Thanksgiving and politely handed them a basket filled with a turkey and all the trimmings. He said this is a present from the community and then left with only a smile. That brief but very powerful moment in his life created a different journey for Tony and helping others at Thanksgiving. It ignited a passion in both my wife and I to pay it forward in our own community. Each year our Thanksgiving starts with truly giving to others.

For those families in need, many of our school children have both their breakfast and lunch provided for. We deliver the food on the Tuesday before the holiday and provide food for Thanksgiving and a little extra to help feed families during the school break.    From prior years some of the stories have been heart wrenching. Last year a young boy said "Thank you so much! Now our entire family can eat together." One young mother immediately thought of paying it forward herself and said she could now also invite a neighbor over that had no food.  A single father with tears in his eyes just said "bless you; my prayers have been answered because I had no food left for my 3 boys".

This year’s annual event runs from November 5th -19th. While all donations are accepted, we know that helping others while we help ourselves is a powerful formula. At Chiropractic USA, we will be providing up to $350.00 in new patient services in exchange for a $40.00 donation. Providing services at our expense, 100% of all donations will be given toward purchasing meals for families with children. This year Costco is helping us to feed more school age families from the San Juan School District than ever.

                My children have grown up feeding families and this year our grandchildren will experience the gift of giving. Together we pray and wish them a healthier and more prosperous future. Being thankful for all we have and giving to those in need is truly a blessing. Pay it forward this year and bring hope to families with children that are struggling. We never know how far reaching what we do today will affect those lives in the future. Today and everyday let us be thankful for our health.   
 
 
For more information or to help the community
 
                  Chiropractic USA
                  5909 Stanley Ave
                    Carmichael CA 95608
                  916-973-1661
                  www.chiropractic-usa.com

 




1 comment: