Small Hands, Big Gratitude: Kindergarten Class Writes Letters to Veterans
As the community donated more than 150 blankets for veteran patients, a kindergarten class shared something just as meaningful: handwritten messages of gratitude.
Earlier this year, Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care (PPHPC) asked its community for help replenishing our supply of blankets for veteran patients in our care. In early January, they launched a blanket drive requesting new red, white and blue blankets and set an ambitious goal of collecting 100 by March 2.
The response exceeded their hopes. With help from coverage in The Gazette, Fox 21, and the power of social media, word spread quickly throughout the community. Knitters, quilters, crocheters, and generous supporters who donated through our Amazon Wish List stepped forward to help.
Thanks to that generosity, PPHPC has received more than 150 blankets and counting.
Each blanket represents comfort, appreciation, and recognition for the veterans we serve. But the drive also led to another wonderful surprise.
When Mrs. Cooper’s kindergarten class at New Summit Charter Academy heard about the effort, they turned it into a kindness project. The students wrote and colored letters to thank veterans for their service. Their messages, filled with drawings and heartfelt gratitude, have been shared with veteran patients and have brought many smiles.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed blankets, shared our message, or helped spread the word. And a special thank you to Mrs. Cooper’s class for reminding us that kindness can come from even the smallest hands.
Go Back The response exceeded their hopes. With help from coverage in The Gazette, Fox 21, and the power of social media, word spread quickly throughout the community. Knitters, quilters, crocheters, and generous supporters who donated through our Amazon Wish List stepped forward to help.
Thanks to that generosity, PPHPC has received more than 150 blankets and counting.
Each blanket represents comfort, appreciation, and recognition for the veterans we serve. But the drive also led to another wonderful surprise.
When Mrs. Cooper’s kindergarten class at New Summit Charter Academy heard about the effort, they turned it into a kindness project. The students wrote and colored letters to thank veterans for their service. Their messages, filled with drawings and heartfelt gratitude, have been shared with veteran patients and have brought many smiles.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed blankets, shared our message, or helped spread the word. And a special thank you to Mrs. Cooper’s class for reminding us that kindness can come from even the smallest hands.