Passionaries : Turning Compassion into Action

Have you ever asked yourself, "How can one person really make a difference?" "Passionaries" answers that question with vivid, true stories of extraordinary social entrepreneurs turning their passions into action - and surprisingly shows how one person can change our world. This book captures an unsung movement unique to American culture - to create a legacy, make a mark, leave the world better. These modern-day heroes show each of us how we can do it too. "Passionaries'" thirty-five profiles describe leaders of volunteer organisations that are significantly impacting millions of lives. Each story chronicles the personal inspiration behind the organisation, the obstacles its creator had to overcome and lives that have been touched or changed. The success of these heroes is shared with more than twenty million mini-passionary volunteers who donate millions of hours annually - and, also, create ripples of vision and change. Readers will be touched, moved and inspired. They will have access to important facts, figures and contact information, which can encourage their active participation.