SERVING YOUR COMMUNITIES and giving back is an important role for Notaries as public servants. Many shared touching stories in various scenarios.
I volunteer with the IDignity program, which helps the poor obtain necessary documents like birth certificates, driver's licenses, identity cards, etc. I notarize the documents that require it — applications for all states and some countries. They lose their paperwork in fires, jails, floods, break-ups, etc., and don't have the money to get them back. This program gives people back their identity and respect, and some even cry when they get theirs back.
Nancy Smith, Osceola, FL
I offer free Notary services to the Greater Hope Foundation, which assists foster parents who are on a fixed, limited income!
Janice Leseman, Victorville, CA
I provide free services to my church, military, police officers, firemen, EMTs, etc. If it's too far I just ask to pay for my gas if any. I have been getting referrals non-stop. They are always telling me how much they appreciated me in these difficult times and it feels so good when I hear those words. Because sometimes it's not about the MONEY, I love my job.
James Garcia, Homestead, FL
How have you used your Notary commission to help serve your community? Share your story with us here: bitly.com/NotariesGivingBack.