Wilfred Grenfell Quotes

It is the true duty of every man to promote the happiness of his fellow creatures to the utmost of his power.

You don't need a reason to help people.

Whenever I see a homeless guy, I always run back and give him money, because I think, 'Oh my God, what if that was Jesus?'

We are fortunate people. It is our need and responsibility to help our fellow man.

Every good act is charity. A man's true wealth hereafter is the good that he does in this world to his fellows.

Anywhere I see suffering, that is where I want to be, doing what I can.

It is the task of a good man to help those in misfortune.

I believe that every human mind feels pleasure in doing good to another.

I have always believed helping your fellow man is profitable in every sense, personally and bottom line.

One is guilty of all abjection that one does not help to relieve.

As human beings, what we can do is extend help in whatever way possible.

With wealth, one is in a position of responsibility. You must try to help others. It is as simple as that.

I love helping out good people who are doing good things.

I always pull over for people who need a push.

I have found that the only thing that does bring you happiness is doing something good for somebody who is incapable of doing it for themselves.

I have quite a strong sense of wanting to sort of, wanting to help others. I'm not claiming I'm a saint, but I have a genuine, genuine belief in trying to help others.

We didn't grow up overly religious, but there was an understanding that you had a duty as a citizen to help your fellow man.

Although there are people saying I'm putting on a show, I'm hoping more will emulate my 'performance.' If more people did, more needy people would get help.

Whenever I see people in difficulty, I just try to help them. In fact, I believe I have helped over 700,000 people in my life.

America is the most giving nation on Earth. One of the best ways to feel better is by doing something for somebody else.

Strangely, charity sometimes gets dismissed, as if it is ineffective, inappropriate or even somehow demeaning to the recipient. 'This isn't charity,' some donors take pains to claim, 'This is an investment.' Let us recognize charity for what it is at heart: a noble enterprise aimed at bettering the human condition.

I've always wanted to do charity stuff. I'm such a nurturer and love taking care of people.

Though we cannot relieve all the distressed, we should relieve as many as we can.

Your government is still on the same side of the street as the Good Samaritan and not those who pass by on the other side.

How much good do you suppose condescending charity does?