The only thing I want to sponsor is cancer, and cancer can be beaten. Not any other product. And I hope nobody tries to use me, because I won't let them.
Terry FoxRead
If you’ve given a dollar, you are part of the Marathon of Hope .
Interpretation
What this quote means
Giving to a cause, no matter how small, contributes to the larger effort.
This quote by Terry Fox emphasizes the importance of every contribution, no matter how minor it may seem. By equating a simple act of giving a dollar to being part of a significant movement, Fox inspires individuals to recognize that their support, no matter the size, is crucial in the collective pursuit of hope and change.
Themes
HopeCourageGivingContributionChange
In practice
Example use cases
In a fundraiser speech, emphasizing the impact of even small donations.
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