How Even a Small Gesture Can Make a Difference
Last week, we received a package at Mashable HQ from Jacob Hughes, an 11-year-old boy from Tennessee. The package contained all of his Halloween candy, which he asked us to deliver to kids affected by Hurricane Sandy.
Amanda Wills, one of Mashable's editors, is from Jacob's home of Knoxville -- her mother received the package and promised to send it along to us. Many members of our staff have been active in helping out with Sandy relief, as our New York City home continues to be affected by the storm.
This weekend, Mashable's Sharon Feder took Jacob's gift to the Rockaways, where it will be enjoyed by those children who missed Halloween due to the storm.
Below, see the letter that Jacob sent with the candy. His is an inspiring story that encourages us all to make a difference. Thank you, Jacob.
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9ytx for the sharing. I wish every one of us could contribute like this. When we become adult we start to become selfish...It re opened my eyes again. tx
That is so sweet. "Out of the mouths of babes." Children can not only amaze us sometimes, they can also teach us by learning from their actions.
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9yThere is more good news that we do not hear about unless it is passed along via a website like yours. National news loves to sensationalize all the bad news.
Acquisition Marketing Manager, Healthcare | The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU)
10yInspiring :) - We can't do everything but we can always do something!
Revenue Specialist II at FL Department of Revenue
10yWithout a doubt he is an amazing kid who will grow up to make a difference. God bless him and his family.