From The Editorial Desk
Thursday, December 2, 1999
The strength of America's democracy depends upon its people: their energy and willingness to involve themselves in the business of making this a better society. Volunteerism is, therefore, a fundamental part of the American political ethic.
If not for the thousands and thousands of ordinary citizens who devote their free time to a wide range of humanitarian and civic causes, this would be a poor country indeed.
There are literally hundreds of nonprofit groups in Monterey County. Each has its own niche, whether it be cultural, political, environmental, educational, or social. No matter how big some of them may be today, most of them began with one or two people--individuals who saw a problem and, through their own initiative, reached out to solve it.
Today, the Weekly profiles four of those groups. One offers free medical care for the poor. One feeds the hungry. One rescues animals and finds them new homes. One tries to ensure that no one with AIDS has to live on the streets. Each of them started with a simple vision. Each demonstrates what is most precious in the human spirit.
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