What Does it Mean to Be the Change?

By Natalie Criscione

Did you know that you don’t have to move mountains to Be the Change? Sometimes it is the smallest of gestures that can make a huge difference. A smile, a kind word, or your choice to round up to the nearest dollar when you shop at Honest Weight are some examples. How can my little bit of change help, you may ask. Well, think about that famous Margaret Mead quote: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

You, Honest Weight Shopper, are the thoughtful and committed citizen to whom she refers. Yes, you! Collectively, through Be The Change, we can all work together to help a non-profit continue to fulfill its mission to make the world healthier, more equitable, loving, inclusive, and safe. 

During the months of April, May, and June, by rounding up to the nearest dollar as you check out, your change will help support both local and national organizations. Read on to learn more about some of this quarter’s organizations.

Comfort Food Community

Comfort Food Community, which serves Washington, Warren, and Saratoga Counties, focuses on needs within rural communities where it strives to end hunger by providing nourishing foods. 

https://www.comfortfoodcommunity.org/home 

Operation Snip

Through the humane method of “Trap-Neuter-Return,” Operation Snip helps to reduce the overpopulation of feral cats. They also offer low cost spay and neutering services to low income community members. 

https://operationsnip.org  

The Color of Autism Foundation

The Color of Autism Foundation is a national Neuro-Affirming organization that fosters “inclusivity and support for African American families navigating the world of autism”. 

https://thecolorofautism.org. 

Bring on the Spectrum

Bring on the Spectrum is a local community space that “offers social, recreational and lifestyle activities for neurodiverse and neurotypical children, teens and adults.” It is a space for art, yoga, music, and life skills. 

https://www.bringonthespectrum.org