We wanted you to be the first that knew that we crossed the 5,000 mark of Hope Note submissions! To date, we’ve had 5,502 encouraging messages and notes submitted through this platform. These notes have been printed and given to children and adults who have also received a Hope Tote with new athletic shoes.
The Hope Notes initiative began as a response to COVID-19. We wanted others to know, during an incredibly difficult time, that the story of hope never stops.
We went through Hope Note submissions and grabbed a few of our favorites! We hope you too are encouraged by these words.
“Know that you are loved and so important to the world. You deserve to be happy!”
- Isabella, New York
“You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think!”
- Anisha, India
“You matter. You can make a difference. Your smile can change someone's day. Share that smile today! Positivity is your superpower!”
- Rebecca, Florida
"Brilla! Como la estrella que eres. Dios te ha dado belleza inimaginable, belleza y un Corazón lleno de su amor." (Shine! Like the star that you are. God has given you unimaginable beauty, beauty and a Heart full of his love).
-Arletth, Chile
“Always remember you matter! Believe in yourself and big things will happen. Kindness does not cost anything but is priceless to others. I hope you have a wonderful year!”
- Rebecca, North Carolina
“Mungu amekuchagua, ndio wewe kwa sababu wewe ni wa maana!” (God has chosen you, yes you, because you are important!)
- Daphine, Kenya