The Journey of One Seed of Generosity

Every act of giving begins as a seed… small, hopeful and full of possibility. When you choose to give, you might never see where that seed lands or how it blossoms. But here’s the truth: your generosity is alive and growing, often in ways you can’t imagine.

Meet “Ruben”, a 30-year-old single father of two girls ages ten and eight years old. The biggest challenge he faced was to get his girls their own beds. His paycheck was only enough to cover the rent and bills. Because of the Danos GIVES grant to the Houston Furniture Bank’s No Kids on the Floor program, he was able to get each of his daughters a twin mattress, foundation and bed frame and a new dinner table with four chairs. Ruben was incredibly grateful and appreciative. His words before he left were that he would pay it forward when he was in a better situation.

That is the power of giving. Your generosity didn’t just change Ruben’s circumstances; it changed his sense of purpose. It reminded him and all of us that hope grows best when it is shared.

With its 2024 Danos GIVES grant, the Houston Furniture Bank was able to furnish beds for 80 children. Each dollar donated or volunteer hour served makes a big impact. Those efforts become a hand extended, a mouth fed or a stranger welcomed.

So, when you wonder if your contribution makes a difference, remember Ruben. Remember that seeds don’t bloom overnight but they do bloom. And thanks to you, our garden of impact keeps expanding.

Together, we’re not just funding programs. We’re cultivating transformation. We’re growing hope. We’re changing stories.

Thank you for helping the seeds you plant grow into something extraordinary.