A few weeks ago, a friend’s house caught on fire and there was much damage.  The family had to move out, find a new place to live temporarily, and still manage to work and raise their family.  All this while planning a Bat Mitzvah!  I was wracking my brain about how I could help, and as I saw all of the generosity from our community pouring in, I realized that I could use my organizational skills to help them!  I offered to keep track of all of the donations that they have received – gift cards to stores, restaurants, clothing, food, etc.  For me, it’s nothing to keep an excel spreadsheet for when they are ready to thank their supporters.  For them, it’s one less thing they  have to worry about.  A win win all around!