I became interested in Playing For Others when I heard about the 2009 Songwriting Competition. I entered on a whim, not really knowing what to expect. I fell in love with PFO right away, and knew I wanted to be a part of it.
One of the first things I noticed about PFO was how welcoming everyone was. I thought being the new kid would be tough, as I was coming into an organization where everyone had been friends for a while. But at PFO I have never felt out of place.
I was also amazed at the level of commitment everyone had. Never had I seen kids so excited to be helping others.
So far, this journey has been amazing. I’ve met a lot of great people, and I’ve learned so much from my buddy. She’s only eleven, and yet she’s already so unselfish. She told me once that this wasn’t about her– it was about her younger siblings. If everyone had her attitude, the world would be a better place.
I’m so glad that I was introduced to PFO, because I feel like it’s made me a better person. I’m working with other people who want to help make a difference in the lives of children. Seeing teens being so selfless is really incredible, because that’s so hard to find in today’s society. I’ve grown in a lot of ways, and I have everyone involved in PFO to thank for that.
