Tuesday, December 2, 2008

A New Spirit Of Patriotism

"Let us summon a new spirit of patriotism; of service and responsibility where each of us resolves to pitch in and work harder and look after not only ourselves, but each other."

-- President-elect Barack Obama


Dear Friends,

As tough as times are right now, there is a bright side. People of all types are engaging in remaking our community - our nation - unlike ever before. At Hands On Greater Portland, we meet these people every day:

Erin painted a school.

Julia helped a homeless family.

Mary Ann and Amelia wrote a letter to a sick child.


Erin, Julia, Mary Ann and Amelia turned to Hands On Greater Portland to help them find a way to pitch in and look after each other. At the same time, nonprofits face extraordinary economic challenges and are looking to us for help in connecting with volunteers to meet critical needs.

By making a financial donation to Hands On Greater Portland this holiday season, you will help us make this connection between people who want to help and critical community needs. You will ensure that we remain strong and able to answer this call for volunteers at an unprecedented moment in our nation's history. The community is counting on us and we are counting on you.

Best wishes,


Andy Nelson

Executive Director

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