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
The Federal Savings Bank
1823 Centre Point Circle, Naperville, IL 60563
Skype! 630-219-1316
Fantastic.....I have been a member of the Santa Clara County Salvation Army Board for 19 years and am so amazed at the work they do. Good Job.
Thanks for sharing there are so many needs this year ---anything is a good thing.
shelton
Gene....we should all help out this time of the year! Great reminder. Hope you have a great day!
Thank you for the pat on the back ... and I hope the article ends up motivating those that read it!
Rob: Thanks for the kind words. And you're right ... we all can give in some way, even if not monetarily. We need to remember that ...
Sounds like Bristol and your area is a place my wife and I need to visit. My wife especially would be in heaven as she's a old-fashioned farm girl that loves pure country and bluegrass too. We discovered and learned to love the Virginia area too, as our son attended/graduated from Virginia Military Inst. in Lexington. We've even contemplated retirement in that general region. Absolutely beautiful! We're jealous that you get to enjoy that region year-round!
Best of luck to you with your business throughout the holidays ...
Gene
To the entire Team Honeycutt ...
Thanks for writing your message of encouragement ... it meant alot. Hopefully many will read our messages and act upon them!
Hope your holidays are happy and successful!
Gene