I’m not a Missionary, not a NGO or a Hero

Written by Dwight Turner

Topics: Funlanthropy, In Bangkok's Slums, Unconventional Causes

I’m NOT a missionary.

On the contrary, I don’t have a fraction of the faith the people I’m helping possess.

I’m NOT a NGO.

There’s no staff, no backup plan, and without the support of a handful of personal friends—no budget.

And I’m definitely not a hero.

Showing up with food, water and help with rent doesn’t mean I have super powers or even make me particularly intuitive.

I’m a lot like you.

I don’t fit so easily into people’s boxes and grow tired of explaining why. I love wearing lots of hats, but I’m truthfully not as good at multitasking as I’d have people believe. And I make things complicated because I so highly value simplicity. Hence, why I’m so stubborn and hate asking for help.

Luckily for my endless limitations, my talented friend Tara Milutis has created a touching mini-documentary to help explain what In Search of Sanuk is all about and why I need your help share and give in support of my project to help at risk families.

Please watch below or access it here: In Search of Sanuk Documentary – Helping At Risk Families in Bangkok

-Dwight

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Posted on 10 December 2011

Tags: Bangkok, documentary, helping at risk families, in search of sanuk, misconception, missionary, needy families, ngo, poor kids, Tara Milutis, Thailand, volunteering in Bangkok

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4 Comments For This Post I'd Love to Hear Yours!

Gary Says:
17 December 2011 at 12:14 pm
Dwight, This is great video. Wonderful explanation of what you are doing to help so many in need. I hope everyone will take the time to watch and help in whatever way they are able. Thanks for all that you are doing. Best, Gary
Dwight Turner Says:
17 December 2011 at 12:26 pm
Thanks Gary!
oakley Says:
3 January 2012 at 1:09 pm
Dwight, you’re an inspiration!
Dwight Turner Says:
4 January 2012 at 12:33 pm
Thanks Oakley!

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