Big W benefactor pays off $15K in stranger laybys
A TRUE benefactor, I like to think, is one that neither seeks nor requires recognition for their generous act of kindness, wishing only to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Remarkably choosing to light-up the Christmas of a multitude of customers and families once again this year, an anonymous donor has returned to the Big W layby counter at the Shepparton Marketplace to pay off an astounding $15K worth of items.
In an inspiring act, embodying the true spirit of goodwill at Christmas, this is the third consecutive year in which this altruistic community member has paid off stranger’s laybys at the Big W counter. Alleviating the financial burden of gifts and essential items, after a particularly challenging year marked by the rising cost of living, this generous soul has previously contributed $10K each, for the past two years at the same counter.
At the right place and at the right time, one very fortunate community member also had her $400 circuit machine paid for by the same person as she stood in line to place her item on layby.
Preferring to let the act of kindness speak for itself, despite the substantial contribution, the Big W benefactor has not only taken the many recipients by surprise but has demonstrated once again, the impact one individual can make on the lives of many.
Expressing whole-hearted gratitude for the individual’s authentic act of philanthropy, the lucky customers will no doubt be able to enjoy a Christmas imbued with a little more fellowship and a little less financial strain this festive season.
