Why I Volunteer

By Justin C.

My name is Justin and I have been volunteering for 8 years with Hemophilia of Georgia.  I have volunteered with many working groups (golf, camp, and Trot to Clot)  I have volunteered at Camp Wannaklot as a counselor; at the golf tournament, family camp, teen retreat and most recently with Trot to Clot.  I think that volunteering is one small way of giving back to this community that means so much to me.

I am going share with you one reason that I volunteer with Trot to Clot.  One of the most important things to me in life is sharing experiences with my family; both my immediate family and my extended family.  I have a loving wife Mary Beth, and three young kids, Madilynn, Makenzie, and Joseph.  The Trot to Clot Walk and Run is such an easy way to get my family involved with the community.  We might be handing out water, cheering on walkers or runners, or participating in the Trot to Clot as a walker or runner.   I have also had many other family members get on board; my mom, brother, sister-in-law, nephew and niece and my brother’s mother-in-law all join in on the fun. 

I have watched this event grow from a small walk/run at a local park in Cobb County to a thriving 5K at Stone Mountain.  I am excited to see what this year brings with three events around the state of Georgia.  I hope by reading this you are inspired to see how you can give a little something back.