I'm not usually one to wear causes on my sleeve for everyone to see ...
unless I deem it truly important or something that will undeniably assist in positive change or action.
I just read (again) that donations and contributions for the needy during this holiday season are way down across our nation. Understandably so, as fewer people and businesses are capable of giving as they have in the past. Who within our industry does not understand stand that?
Recently, my wife and I ran across a charitable request and avenue for giving that seems to have all the right ingredients for the upcoming holiday. This cause is offered through two well-known names that would suggest peace of mind as far as donating safely and securely. Big issues in this day and age. The union between these two highly visible, old institutions would also suggest that the contributions made will reach those that need it most in a punctual and organized manner.
JC Penney and the Salvation Army (the oldest annual charitable fundraiser of its kind in the United States), have teamed up to address the great need being felt by so many families and individuals during this holiday season.
It's amazingly easy to make a contribution ... something that takes little time or effort on your part to accomplish. 
You just go to the Salvation Army Angel Giving Tree Program at this link: bit.ly/7zdxcj (the program's page on the JC Penney website) and follow the easy directions supplied. You choose your own recipient ... and you can either shop on your own or make a contribution to the Salvation Army. They in turn will do the shopping for you and make sure it reaches your chosen recipient in time for the holidays. Any donation in any denomination is welcomed.
It can't get any easier than that! You can make a much needed contribu
tion and you don't even have to leave your computer! Easy! Quick! Welcomed!
I put the above information out there for your consideration during this holiday season. If this path of giving does not suit your personal interests or desires, I hope you consider giving in some other manner ...
Gene Mundt, Sr. Vice President
Personal NMLS #216987
Chicago Bancorp NMLS # 63483
1823 Centre Point Circle, Naperville, IL 60563
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