A Generous Offer

In the heart of the season of giving, a heartwarming tale unfolded when an unexpected email brightened our days. A genuinely wonderful person reached out, expressing a desire to sponsor one of our Dog Assisted Learning programs. 

As someone accustomed to navigating the complexities of securing funding, I found myself pleasantly surprised when this benevolent soul had no interest in the usual bureaucratic procedures. Intrigued, I delved into a conversation, expecting to discuss evaluation processes, meeting arrangements, and the typical hoops one jumps through when dealing with funding bodies. To my surprise, the generous individual waved away any formalities. Their motivation was deeply personal - they have a wonderful child with autism. They discussed their inability to contribute more time due to work constraints but saw an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by financially supporting programs that benefit young people. 

What struck me profoundly was their selflessness. They asked for nothing in return, emphasising that their sole wish was to give and to know that their donation would be instrumental in supporting families within the autism community. This act of kindness was a testament to the power of empathy and the profound impact one person can have.

As the liaison between this compassionate donor and the education programs we facilitate, I had the privilege of making a call to one of the schools we collaborate with. The news that one of their term one, 2024 programs would be fully funded through this sponsorship was met with overwhelming joy. The ripple effect of generosity touched not only the lives of the children who would benefit from the program but also resonated throughout our team, leaving us collectively over the moon with gratitude for the spirit of giving that had come alive in such a meaningful way.

If this story has touched you and you are interested in sponsoring a program, please get in contact so we can have a chat. Having these conversations is a highlight of my job!