We all want to make a better world. I know my circle of people do. But, I also want my business to make a difference.
Business have the ability to shape culture for the better. {{more}}
If you have followed us over the last few years, you would know that I think Recycled Percussion, is one of those bands and group of people who are dedicated to making a positive difference in the world. To changing the world by example. To giving time, talent and treasure to the betterment of people.
I have followed Recycled Percussion from the days when they traveled to schools, performing for lunches at schools across New Hampshire in the late 90’s. I have watched their devotion to their craft and to the world. I remember when they appeared in USA Today, and I watched them in 2012, season 4 of America’s Got Talent, when they placed 3rd.
As a drummer myself I loved what they did. Lots of people in the music industry perform well. Not so many use their talents to fuel other projects for the betterment of people. Though in the last year I shared stories about Dolly Parton’s foundation, Imagination Library, a book gifting organization and Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation, dedicated to supporting the wellness of young people, and empowering them to create a kinder and braver world.
After their move to Las Vegas, Recycled Percussion’s annual return to New Hampshire was on my radar screen. I got my daughter and her children hooked on their music. Which meant concerts…Merchandise…Chatter.
We have participated in their annual Christmas giving to children both with gifts and through their foundation. Became fans of Chaos & Kindness, an Emmy nominated TV program. And talk about the things they are doing.
This past weekend, I took my daughter and my grandchildren on a foliage trip up to Lincoln New Hampshire, across the Kancamagus to Conway and down through Meridith. What I did not tell them was I was taking them to the recently opened Chaos & Kindness store in Laconia. Pulling up to the traffic light, they realized what was in front of them.
Lots of families were there, even though it 5 in the evening. Merchandise covered the walls. Lots of things for children and the emphasis on kindness.
I buy into the positivity. Businesses that are there for more than making money, changing community and putting goodness in the world.
This is a business that does good. Spreads kindness. And will change their community.
My hope and heart are that others would not just go there and buy something, but will catch the fever to do something good where they live.
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