Charity straight from the oven

          Cathy Langdon and Carol Metanczuk are special people in today's world. For many years, these two people have been trying to make a difference in the world by making donations to their church and other causes, but donating the same things every year is getting old. They want to contribute in a new way. From her home in Saskatoon, Ms. Langdon said that, "there are so many good causes out there and there are only so many times a person can ask the public to keep pouring donations out of your pocket." This year, Cathy and Carol asked themselves what they could do to raise more money for charity. They came to the idea of opening a bakery, and selling bread to make profits which would be donated to charity. The proceeds from their small endeavor, known as In Our Hands, are donated to two charities: International Justice Mission, which works on human rights issues; and Hands at Work, an African charity that works on poverty and HIV/AIDS issues. Both women stay around their houses, and they fit the bread making around the schedules of their families. Ms. Metanczuk is considering going to Africa to see the charities in action. Both Ms. Metanczuk, and Ms. Langdon have been told that, "it's not going to make a difference." They think that this is wrong- they believe that "every little bit that everybody does, does make a difference." They hope that this article has encouraged people to think, "Well, gosh, we can raise a few hundred dollars. It will count."

          I strongly believe that the work that the two women are doing is outstanding. First of all, they are donating to charity. I think that everyone who is in the middle-class or higher should donate money or gifts to help those in need. I appreciate the work that these two women are doing, and I applaud them even more for having found a creative way to raise money by baking bread. They are good citizens, and they are doing their part to make a difference. Some people think that donating a few hundred dollars does not make an impact on world issues. We need less of those people on the planet, and more people who are positive and willing to donate. Donating any amount of money makes a difference. Just think about it; if every fortunate person in the world donated one hundred dollars, it would all add up to a significant amount. Globally, we need more special people like Cathy and Carol, who are committed and willing to make a difference. Donating helps, no matter what the amount is because it all adds up.