I received a call from the summer camp that my grandkids will be attending in two weeks. They had a "problem" -- we had mistakenly paid for 4 kids but only have 3 grandkids attending. The camp's policy is to not offer refunds for cancellations less than 30 days out except in cases of emergency.
As the camp director tried to figure out how to refund us for the "mystery child", my husband and I quickly offered a solution: offer the spot already paid for as a "campership" to a needy child so that s/he could attend camp. The director was so excited as they do have a waiting list of kids who they would love to accommodate! I love it when I can turn a "problem" into a wonderful opportunity .
As the camp director tried to figure out how to refund us for the "mystery child", my husband and I quickly offered a solution: offer the spot already paid for as a "campership" to a needy child so that s/he could attend camp. The director was so excited as they do have a waiting list of kids who they would love to accommodate! I love it when I can turn a "problem" into a wonderful opportunity .
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- Posted by AnnC
- Aug 12, 2016
- Comments (14)
Readers Comments
Rajni wrote: There always lies OPPORTUNITY for any problem if we use our heart to solve it in place of our head. Your generosity of helping needy child is commendable. May this inspire others.
Marleen wrote: Grand generosity to give. 😇👼
gambri12 wrote: What a wonderful way to make a child's summer memorable! Thank you for sharing!
alisamom wrote: That is so generous of you, you did a great job spreading the joy! :))))
Mish wrote: Totally FANTASTIC, Ann!!! Bless.
mindyjourney wrote: Yay!!! a wonderful opportunity for someone in need :))). Well done, dear ann!
horsegirl21 wrote: so nice of you to help a child who could not afford to go to camp :)
kiwicat wrote: That is a true aok, seeing an opportunity and giving from the heart. Im glad a child can attend, that wouldnt otherwise be able too. Big hugs🙂🙂🙂
Novice50 wrote: Thank you for spreading generous kindness around for someone who truly will appreciate the help.
verityngnosis wrote: Bless you Ann. You have made a child very happy.
