Hubby just read that rick steves just donated a 24 unit apartment building to the YMCA for housing for low income women and children !
It's not travel related I know , but I think it's worth acknowledging this kind act !
Posted by
Seattle
4637 posts
Yes he is. I wish he has been our president.
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OP
victoria, Canada
11507 posts
Thanks for link Going123.. I had no idea it was on this site.
Makes the money i have put into RS pocket feel like money well spent for MORE than the obvious reasons.
Posted by
Toledo, Ohio, US
11613 posts
I agree, pat. I may not share his views on every little thing, but he certainly takes his responsibilities as s human being seriously.
Bravo, Rivk!
Posted by
Corvallis OR
7174 posts
Here's another thread recently posted about the same thing: https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/italy/generosity
Posted by
franktown, colorado
2252 posts
He is a very generous man and often puts his money "where his mouth is."
Posted by
Bainbridge Island
3299 posts
We have a terrible homeless problem in the Seattle area. Fortunately people who made fortunes here,mlike Rick Steves. Paul Allen and other are stepping up to try to address the problem.
Posted by
Plano, TX
139 posts
Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!
Posted by
Olympia, WA, USA
6713 posts
This is a very generous action from a good and successful man. I also admire his retirement saving strategy. I hope no one will think me too cynical if I note that there will also be a very big tax deduction.