Where does our name come from?
The challenges people with disabilities face can seem overwhelming. Our motto, found within our name, anchors us to meaningful actions that transform lives.
“Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone.
Go deep rather than wide.
Go long term, not short-term.
Go with time, not just money.”
- Andy Stanley
Read below for how our network has been putting this sentiment into action.
Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone...
Sarabeth has been a dedicated friend to Lenin since 2019, along with her husband Jesse. Sarabeth says…
"It's not a calling to save our vast and lonely world - it is hard enough to "do for one" what you wish you could do for everyone - but just how blessed we are in our commitment to cross a few walls and call Lenny our friend."
go deep rather than wide...
Since 2016, Burnette and Stacy have been neighborhood friends through their church.
During the pandemic, Burnette and Stacy went for social distanced walks often. Burnette helped Stacy to get a cell phone, and taught her how to text and surf the web.
Stacy, the Partner (right) says,
"I used to dance by myself, Eat by myself. I used to be very lonely. It’s good that I have God.
I can talk to Him whenever I want But God wants me to be with people,
To have good friends to laugh with and eat with. I’m very lucky to have good friends.”
go long term, not short term
May 5th, 2024 was Alvena’s 8th time celebrating her birthday with Alexa and their friends!
This year, they went to see a Broadway show, & Juliet, followed by dinner at Brooklyn Diner.
Alexa, the Advocate says,
“Alvena gets really excited about planning her birthday. I feel like we spend a quarter of the year every year talking about what we’re going to do for her upcoming birthday. So that’s been a tradition we always look forward to.”
go with time not just money.
Do For One exists in direct response to the concerns of aging parents who share concerns like, “I am so used to paying people to spend time with my son. If I couldn’t pay them, I worry that he really wouldn’t have anyone on his side apart from me.”
Devon, a Partner, says, “Friendship is a priceless gift from God. It cannot be bought or sold. But it’s far better than gold.”
PRAY for Do For One Partners who have a hard time meeting with others due to depression, anxiety, or health related issues. Pray that God will lift away barriers that keep Partners further isolated, and pray for a blessing over our Advocates as they strive to meet with their Partners in meaningful ways.
