Charity and Philanthropy During the Holidays - #10Envelopes |CarSmart Edition - 500

10 Envelopes

The 10 Envelopes Challenge is a cherished family tradition for Chalene Johnson, where they write heartfelt letters and include financial gifts for strangers during the holiday season. This practice is not just about the monetary gift but the emotional connection and the message of love and kindness they aim to convey. Chalene shares, "When you start to write that letter, it's weird. I always feel like God just tells me who I'm writing it to."

I always feel like God just tells me who I'm writing it to, and I will write in there, I haven't met you, but I just have a sense or a feeling.

--- Chalene Johnson

The challenge encourages others to join in the spirit of giving, emphasizing that the amount of money is less important than the act of kindness itself 1 2 3.

   

Emotional Impact

The emotional impact of the 10 Envelopes Challenge is profound, both for the givers and the recipients. Chalene describes the joy and surprise on people's faces when they receive the envelopes, often leading to tears of gratitude. "I can't even tell you how many times they would fill up with tears," she recalls.

I can't even tell you how many times they would fill up with tears, and their eyes would open so wide.

--- Chalene Johnson

This experience is not only about giving but also about witnessing the direct impact of their actions, which adds a layer of fulfillment and joy to the tradition 4 5 6.