The Mower Boy

The Mower Boy

Claire Ann Patterson / Roger F. Grein

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Editorial:
Westbow Press
Año de edición:
2024
Materia
Memorias
ISBN:
9798385032167
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The Mower Boy tells the story of a remarkable man. Born with cerebral palsy, RogerGrein faced many challenges, but he never gave up on a goal and never complainedabout his circumstances. A man of strong faith, Roger maintained a thankful attitudethroughout his life. Even though he had earned a Bachelor’s degree in Financeand a Master’s in Business Administration, finding traditional employment wasdifficult for Roger because of his disability. Undaunted, he became a successfulentrepreneur with his own tax consulting business. The reader will discover howRoger also became involved in his community in a number of ways, among them,as a volunteer coach and manager for girls’ softball teams for thirty-six years. Hewas an exceptional coach and took his team to national championships, and tointernational competitions as far away as Moscow. Grateful to God for grantinghim a happy life, despite his disabilities, Roger was generous with those incapableof helping themselves. He supported many charities within his local communities,as well as abroad. Roger’s conviction to help those in need led him to his currentposition as Founder and President of Magnified Giving. This 501(c)(3) nonprofitorganization focuses on educating youth in philanthropy, so that the students oftoday can bring about a positive transformation to the world of tomorrow. Rogeris truly a change-maker, a hero to many, and a dear friend to those who knowhim. This book is an inspirational must-read!

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