The Most Valuable Thing We Can Give | September 2025 Email Update

Jim Carrey once said, “The effect you have on others is the most valuable currency there is.”

I like that. It's a good reminder that what really matters isn't money or status — it's how we show up for people. A kind word, a patient ear, a little encouragement… those things stick.

That's what I see at Family Service all the time. A parent tries a new way of talking with their child, and suddenly there's less yelling and more listening. Someone who's been carrying the weight of depression feels heard for the first time in a while, and you can almost see the relief on their face. Little shifts can create a big impact.

And here's the thing: you're part of it. Every bit of support you give makes those moments possible. It might not always feel flashy, but it's real, lasting change — and it ripples out further than we can see.

Thanks for being part of the effect.

Stay safe,
Mark Butler, MS
Executive Director