Over
the course of this project, I have realised that giving money isn't the way to
make a difference. Putting on events brings communities together and allows
them to share. This helps a great deal, even if it can't be seen on the surface
clearly.
I
was having a break from work last night and ended up watching DIY
SOS, a programme devoted to changing lives through the power of DIY.
I was crying by the end of it. Completely changing somebody's life by using your
skill and career. In this case, Nick Knowles uses his skills to help
individuals who are less fortunate for many different reasons. In the episode I
saw, the team help adapt a home for a sportsman
with motor neurone disease. He felt as though his home wasn't accessible enough
anymore to help him feel a part of his family. His home was renovated into a
wheelchair friendly environment and a lot more spacious, with a lift even been
fitted so he could go upstairs! I have never seen anybody look more grateful or
overwhelmed. Being completely lost for words because you know saying thank you
wouldn't come close to enough is not a feeling that happens on a regular basis.
A lot of tears were present from both the family and the builders. It was a truly
heart warming hour of viewing. I really want to be part of something where I
help somebody like that.
This programme showed me that I don't
have to do anything elaborate. I can use my skills and kind heart closer to
home and if that's the road it takes, change one person's life at a time. You
don't just support that one individual, the effect passes through everybody
immediately around them. Fundraising and donating isn't the only option. It's surprising how many people you can get on board when you are supporting somebody in their community. A huge advantage would be getting the media on side. Make on small deed into a huge deal. Nick Knowles had already built up his reputation and made a name for himself, which makes this programme even more of a success.
In my case, my artistic skills (including photography), organisation and incredible attention to details is what I would use as my brand to help others.
Possible Path!
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