$100 to Teresa and her grandsons from Kentucky

I received an email from a lady named Teresa in Kentucky. She lives with her two grandsons and explained that money is tight right now.

Teresa didn't request a specific amount. So I chose to send her $100 to help with whatever bills need paying.

I've passed through Kentucky many times on various trips. I have memories of visiting the Louisville Slugger factory and the University of Louisville as a child. In fact, I still have some souvenirs from the bat factory!

Good luck to you, Teresa. I hope this little bit helps.

If you are in need, please don't hesitate to contact me. I can't respond to everyone. But I will do what I can to help as many people as I can.

A Special Gift For Morgan From Arizona - Money For Education

I recevied a letter this week from a person named Morgan from Arizona. Morgan graduated from high school several years ago but never pursued a college education. The reality of adult life is that without education or training after high school, many career paths and doorways to opportunity remain closed.

The other reality is that education of any kind is pretty expensive these days. Tuition, books and materials and other fees can add up quickly, even for commuter students at community colleges or those attending classes online.

Morgan asked if I could contribute to his/her ambitions to obtain a degree. My answer was yes.

I will send Morgan $500 to use toward education expenses. It's a small part of what will be a very expensive but very worthwhile pursuit.

Morgan - best of luck to you in your field of study!

Money to support the independent arts

Today I've decided to contribute to an independent music internet radio station run by a man named Erik from Dunfermline, Scotland.

This small $50 gift will hopefully help Erik continue his efforts to share great music with people around the world.

You may have noticed that most of my publicized free money has gone to individuals in need or for very specific purposes. Occasionally, I like to change things up a bit. In this case, I happen to be a musician myself and Erik's cause really caught my attention.

So even if you don't think your need is "worthy" or is as significant as some else's, remember that there are many reasons I give and those reasons change from day to day.

I appreciate everyone's emails and hope you'll continue to share your stories with me and that you'll continue to help others when you can.

See you all again soon.