HYN ’ s Rick Trinkl ( L ) and MAO ’ s Pat Kroneberger ( R ) get a rousing “ thank you ” from Folds of Honor .
Thanks to You
Donations Making a Difference
When we donate to the Give Us Five program , we don ’ t always get to see the good that our donations do in the world . This month , however , we have some wonderful letters and comments from donation recipients that show how much they appreciate what we do .
Several Utah school district foundations received funding during the holidays to help low-income students with items such as clothes , coats , and boots . Some of their responses are listed below .
Student : “ My pants were always falling off me . I bought a belt so now I can wear them ! I also bought another pair that fits !”
Student : “ I do truly thank you from the bottom of my heart . Honestly if I could I would hug you .”
Grandmother of student : “ Thank you for angels in the world who help and take care of others .”
Mother of student : “ These gifts brought hope and love in a dark place . . . These gifts will be cherished and loved .”
School employee : “ The tears and hugs were overwhelming as the parents came to pick up the gifts . One grandmother could hardly speak as she explained the help was an answer to her prayer .”
Other organizations have expressed their thanks as well . Angels of America ’ s Fallen ( Colorado ) wrote , “ You have my utmost respect for thinking outside yourself and honoring the children that live with their parents ’ sacrifice every day so that we may continue enjoying our freedom .”
United Way of Treasure Valley ( Idaho ) commented , “ Your gift arrived at a critical time for us ! . . . Homeless student liaisons were scrambling to meet the significant needs of these kids .”
A letter from Children ’ s Cancer Fund of New Mexico indicated , “ You will make a difference in the lives of our most vulnerable
Students from Ogden Preparatory Academy are among the many students who are grateful for your contributions .
children and their families . Thank you !”
We express gratitude to the many employees who donate to LHM Charities . If you would like to join us in making a difference in your community , please contact your payroll or human resources administrator for information on how you can contribute . ◆
8 LHM Winning Spirit Mar / Apr 2018