Why is Community involvement important?
Winston Churchill once said, “You make a living by what you get; you make a life by what you give.” In today’s society where individuals are out to make a quick buck, Churchill’s true meaning of life has tragically gone by the wayside. The modern fast paced life that we live in creates a self-centered society where we fail to stop thinking of ourselves for a moment and instead give our time to others.
Community involvement is comprised of people joined in one effort to fix a problem or create a solution before the problem arises. Whether it’s working to educate tomorrow’s leaders by developing educational programs or increasing the awareness of minorities, the power of one person is enough to impact the lives of many others. When we look back at the accomplishments in our lives, the best moments will be those when we did something for others.
Pablo Macouzet
Amarillo, TX