You never know when one kind act, or one word of encouragement, can change a life forever.

In fact, the most powerful forms of giving are non-material. The gifts of caring, attention, affection, appreciation, and love are some of the most precious gifts you can give, and they don't cost you anything. When

Do all the good you can and make as little fuss about it as possible.

Even something as minor as leaving a big tip for a waitress, or picking up, instead of passing by, a quarter laying on the street, or letting your neighbor pay you for watching her dog all day, which you totally would have done for free—that's all coming from an energy of abundance and a healthy, happy appreciation for money.

Having leveled my palace, don't erect a hovel and complacently admire your own charity in giving me that for a home.

It matters more how one gives than what one gives.

Charity should begin at home, but should not stay there.

Now the only way you can serve God on earth is by serving others.

When you confer a benefit on those worthy of it, you confer a favor on all.

He doubly benefits the needy who gives quickly.

We who lived in concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread.

Fast offerings are used for one purpose only: to bless the lives of those in need.