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. ◆
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