The four heads at nearby Mount Rushmore will fit inside of Crazy Horse's 22 story head. Public donations fund this humanitarian project. Korczak, who left a life of assured fame and fortune, never took a salary. There are many lessons for individuals and organizations in the story of Korczak and Ruth Ziolkowski and their children. They include The power of a personal purpose, the courage, power, and commitment provided by a great vision, the nobility of effort to honor the vision, the choice of a life of service over selfishness, a vision that transcends the leader, the importance of spirit and integrity in our lives, the meaning created when we are part of something larger than ourselves, and the choice that individuals and organizations have to pursue their dreams and live courageous lives.
Most organizations are mediocre.
Most people and organizations have visions that are too small for their capabilities. Most jobs are too small for the people in them. Korczak Ziolkowski Don't forget your dreams.