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Dear Reader,

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As Women's International Month begins, I find myself navigating the challenging waters of COVID-19 for the first time.

On day 5 or 6, exhaustion has become a constant, and my journey of recovery continues.

Amidst navigating this illness, a story of remarkable generosity caught my eye and offered a glimmer of inspiration.

Ruth Gottesman, a billionaire, donated a billion dollars to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx (NYC's poorest borough).

Inititally her donation was meant to stay anonymous with an intention just to give.

Her action, highlighted during my own challenging week, serves as a beacon of hope and a reminder of the impact one individual's generosity can have on the world.

This experience, coupled with Gottesman's inspiring story, has imparted valuable lessons:

𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: Ruth Gottesman's dedication to helping others without seeking any praise teaches us the value of genuine kindness.

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆: What is most impactful is that her donation opens doors for marginalized communities to make their dream of medical school come true without financial strain.

𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴: In a world of performative self-promotion, her insisting not to change the school's name shows that her gift demonstrates true generosity.

As we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women worldwide this month, let's remember the power of generosity and the inspiration we can draw from the actions of remarkable individuals like Ruth Gottesman.
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​Check out the inspiring story here: [Link]​

Can you imagine how transformative it could be if billionaires allocated just a small portion of their wealth to aid others?

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Cheers,

Hi! I am Alpana | I help women entrepreneurs craft storytelling brands to stand out.

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P.S. Amidst navigating my first bout with COVID-19, a small personal victory was mustering the energy with the continued exhaustion to cook rice and dal (my comfort food)—accidentally making it too spicy. I paid for it later but relished the joy it brought me. 😉

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