Charity and philanthropy were not values that my parents instilled in me. My wife is the exact opposite. She is always making efforts to help the less fortunate, and I love her for it. This weekend was full of charitable endeavors.
On Saturday, my wife and I flew out to Los Angeles for the One Step Closer Charity Poker Tournament for children with cerebral palsy. My wife has sat on the board for 1SCF for over 10+ years, and I am lucky enough to rub elbows with influential people who also support the cause. Below is us with Jason Alexander (George Castanza) and director Pete Farrelly. My wife had a role with Jason in Farrelly’s “Shallow Hal.”
My other role model in giving back is Susan Cordts of Catalytic Health Partners. No one is more progressive and forward-thinking than Susan. I am so lucky to know her. She hosted an event where we could sponsor a family with Christmas presents. I took my daughter Sophia to give away gifts. It was fun to teach her the fun of giving presents away. Charity work is a value I want to instill in my children. Below is Sophia giving out presents.
