AnnuAl report - Love Without Boundaries
AnnuAl report - Love Without Boundaries
AnnuAl report - Love Without Boundaries
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L O V E W I T H O U T B O U N D A R I E S 2 0 1 1 A N N U A L R E P O R T<br />
Letter from the board<br />
In a world wrecked by a financial firestorm the last<br />
few years, <strong>Love</strong> <strong>Without</strong> <strong>Boundaries</strong> stands strong.<br />
It does so, in my view, because the sole focus of its<br />
worldwide volunteer team is on bringing hope to<br />
China’s orphaned and impoverished children.<br />
At LWB, what you see is what you get – a fierce<br />
“put the kids first” attitude that means, in every<br />
single decision made by its leadership, the question<br />
is never, “How will this look to those who watch<br />
us” or, “What are other charitable organizations<br />
saying to the world in order to attract money and<br />
people” but, “Will this be the best use of time and<br />
money for the children”<br />
When genuine people do authentic work out of love<br />
for children, the word spreads. We don’t rely on<br />
full page ads, huge mass mailings, or gala events to<br />
attract the attention of donors and volunteers. We<br />
just work hard each day to bring real change to kids<br />
in need.<br />
As the father of<br />
When genuine people nine children,<br />
do authentic work out four of whom<br />
of love for children, the were adopted<br />
word spreads.<br />
from China, I<br />
have seen firsthand<br />
both the<br />
tremendous need for volunteers and funding for<br />
China’s orphans. I have also seen the incredible<br />
results of early intervention, adequate nutrition,<br />
life-saving surgeries, and, most importantly, the<br />
value of simple human kindness for children who<br />
were once abandoned.<br />
We know that LWB cannot impact the life of every<br />
orphaned child, but I can tell you that when a child<br />
in need comes to our attention, we will strongly<br />
advocate, emails and calls will be made, and, if<br />
there is any way possible, we will make that child’s<br />
life better.<br />
To our long-time friends, volunteers, and donors<br />
we say, “Thank you.” Thank you for making it<br />
possible to continue this work. To our new friends,<br />
volunteers, and donors, we say, “Welcome and<br />
thank you.” You have entered the world of a truly<br />
amazing group of people.<br />
Finally let me say that I am sure you have noticed<br />
that in a continually transforming world, China<br />
is changing as fast as any country. Change in any<br />
form brings both challenges and opportunities.<br />
We value your input, your ideas, and your<br />
volunteerism. If you have a special talent or gift, or<br />
if you find yourself being called to care for China’s<br />
children, please let us know who you are. Together<br />
we will continue to heal the sick and bring hope to<br />
the orphaned.<br />
On behalf of the Board of Directors<br />
Benjamin W. Glass, III<br />
Board Member<br />
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