Doris Buffett always believed there was a simple way to make the world kinder and more compassionate: by taking the time to listen and learn from others. Doris’ relentless pursuit of providing a hand up to those who had nowhere else to turn was the heart and soul of the Letters Foundation. Her vision sounded so simple: provide people and families who have fallen on hard times with a place to be heard, and to match them with resources to help address whatever challenge they face. In reality, this effort is difficult, sometimes messy, and a constant reminder of the limitations to truly changing someone else’s circumstances. At the same time, the stories contained in this book present a slice of the beautiful, heartwarming, and selfless community that Doris created with the Letters Foundation.
All proceeds benefit Doris’ Learning by Giving Foundation, dedicated to teaching a new generation of philanthropists and community leaders.
