Ryan Bray, a kind person, saw a common sight on his way home from work on Sunday: a person begging for money. So that he could make a difference, Bray offered the man a $15-an-hour job at his family business.
He was surprised when the beggar turned down the offer and said he would rather get money from people. Bray’s offer was turned down, which showed how much the man needed help. This event made Bray want to do something about the problem.
Bray took a stand and made a sign that called out the panhandler for not doing anything. His message was clear: don’t help beggars by not giving them money. Bray thinks that this method will make people more likely to ask for help from groups that help people in need.
The homeless person, who asked to stay anonymous, said Bray’s story was not true and that he had never been offered a job. Instead, he looked for help to get out of his terrible situation. He was getting closer to a better life with each coin he found.
Bray is strong and wants people to change their minds. The community can encourage people to look for long-term answers by not giving them money. When the person reached into Bray’s car and asked for money, it made him even more determined.
This event shows how hard it is to help people who are homeless. Bray’s project starts an important conversation: how can we give people who need it the tools they need to stop being dependent on others? By speaking out against the culture of panhandling, Bray wants to encourage a better way to help people who are vulnerable.
Bray’s sign is a sign of empowerment that encourages others to rethink how they give as he continues his effort to raise awareness.
