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It was a Saturday night, so cool outside and misty, but all I could hear was 20, 24, 26, 35, 49, 19 those were my winning numbers for Powerball on September 5, 1964. I couldn’t believe what I just heard, my winning numbers had been called and all I could do was scream for joy because I had just won 430 million dollars. In my mind, I was thinking what was I going to do with all this money that I had just won? Then, I thought about all the good things I could do all over the world such as, give money to schools that are in debt and also put money on children’s lunch accounts who aren’t able to afford lunch. When people think of millionaire’s they are thought as selfish individuals, but as a millionaire I would contribute and help the world. As …show more content…

I sat down and thought really hard and then a light went off in my brain. God chose me because I am a leader who likes to lead and not follow. I like to help people and give back to others. He chose me because he knew I would do the right things with that kind of money I won. I then made a strategic plan of how I would save, help, invest my money to make more to come. I will save my money by living like I have no money in my bank account. Also, I will not blow my money on frugal things. I will help people by opening up more businesses so more people have the opportunity to find and get jobs. I will provide housing for people who can’t afford it, but are looking for jobs to help them …show more content…

At Helping hands living center, we have 500 rooms with 2 comfortable beds in them and also a bathroom. We have gaming rooms for children and also a education center to help children learn new stuff. We have bus and van transportation to get people to and from anywhere they need to go. Helping hands provides and assist families who are in need and are mission statement we live by is, “ We pride ourselves in helping families in need and going above and beyond in assisting our people.” My company is with opening and loving arms and we will help in all things possible. At helping helps we provide you all the necessities you and your family may need.

As I have have said, as a millionaire now, I want to make sure that everyone is taking care of and that I help in any possible way. I want to also invest in buying stock and selling it so I can continue to gain and save money. First I will decide on how I want my investing style and strategy on which way to go. I will also the learn the cost of different types of stocks and once I figure out which is the best for me, I will invest in good

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