Philanthropy Quiz | United Way of Greater Rochester NY

Your friends and family would say you are:

Quiet, preferring to work behind the scenes
Outgoing and outspoken, you know exactly what you want
A leader - someone who gets things done when you see something needs to be done
An inspiration, someone who people realize wants to make a change
A person with a wide range of ideas and a mindset of helping everyone
Hardworking, successful and accomplished with a strong sense of giving back to worthy causes

Which job is most appealing to you?

A firefighter, because there is nothing more noble than helping others
A radio announcer, because what I have to say is important
A nurse, because caring for others is what I believe in
A teacher, because I like to help children
A political leader because I can help so many people at once
A financial analyst and private investor because I understand the value of a dollar – and the difference it can make in the world around me

Which critical community cause do you find most important?

Helping families and individuals in crisis and making sure their basic needs are met
Giving a voice to aging adults so they can remain vital and independent for as long as possible
Supporting people with disabilities and ensuring they remain active in our community
Ensuring our community's young children and students get the foundation they need to succeed in life
It’s all about balance – I would support anything that helps our community
I care about “Main Street” and the financial stability of my community

Which vehicle best describes you and your personality?

A trusty pick-up truck: because I’m going places and I have a lot to carry
A red sports car: because I like for people to know and see what I am doing
An upgraded SUV: because comfort is king
A hybrid sedan: because its cutting edge and better for our environment
A standard car: because it’s not about the road trip – it's about the final destination
A town car: because it’s a classic, reliable, American car

You're at a family barbecue. Which are you most likely to be doing:

Helping to clean up after playing with the kids
Sparking up a conversation with Uncle Ted about the state of healthcare
Sitting with grandma and talking about the old days
Offering some advice to your 13 year old cousin who's having trouble at school
Grilling – because you get to feed the crowd.
Giving a quarter to each of the kids while discussing the value of a dollar

If you had only $1,000 to give away, who would you most likely give it to?

A family struggling through financial troubles
An elderly woman who needs transportation to get to her doctor's office
A father trying to help his disabled child to socially develop
A young student who needs after school care while her parents are working
I can't choose just one, I’d rather help everybody
A working mother in need of dependable, safe daycare for her children so she can resume work

Which of the following lyrics or quotes do you identify with most?

One life, you got to do what you should. One life, but we’re not the same. We get to carry each other, carry each other. (One – by U2)
I ain't gonna be just a face in the crowd. You're gonna hear my voice when I shout it out loud: It's my life - It's now or never! (It’s My Life – by Bon Jovi)
We are family, I got all my sisters with me. (We are Family – by Sister Sledge)
I believe the children are our future...teach them well and let them lead the way. (Greatest Love of All – by Whitney Houston)
You may say that I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one. I hope someday you'll join us. And the world will live as one (Imagine – by John Lennon)
Give a little bit…there’s so much that we need to share. (Give a Little Bit - by Supertramp

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