How do you give back to your community?

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Tip very well so I can put money directly in the hands of people in my community who need it. Stay involved with local orgs that do the work and attend events when I can.

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This is one of my favorite things to do as well.I always try to tip in cash too so they don't have to wait for it back in credit card tips.

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I tip well, attend community events and fundraisers to give my dollar to local businesses. I donate money to local charities and donate time to completing charitable acts with my church.

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I try to do some pro bono work. I do this for the people that need it the most and who I think are worthy clients. As someone who deals with a lot of cases, I try to have 5% of my time spent on pro bono work. This is how I give back and clear my conscious at the same time.

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