As we begin this year's Maryland Charity Campaign the cabinet has pulled together a number of testimonials from the past to start this campaign. The picture here is of Professor Tim Nohe, past-President of the Faculty Senate who talks about his giving.

We know that each person gives for their own unique reasons, but the stories of why we give inspire and motivate us all. We give because we care -- about those less fortunate than ourselves, about those that are suffering illness or have passed away, or to help others as we have been helped in the past. Whatever your reason, your gift matters and makes a difference.

if you are interested in telling us your reasons, please send an email to mcc@umbc.edu, we will be glad to schedule a time to video your testimonial or you can make your own video and send us the YouTube url.  Alternately, take a moment and add a comment below and share with us all a remembrance for why you give.