Richard Klose Memorial Donations - Albany Head Start Program

[Kristina]

Thank you for giving us a way to show our support.
Kevin I too have been thinking of you and your family since this happened and it feels good to be able to do something, anything, to help during such a difficult time. Such a wonderful organization as well !

 

[DT83097]

Thanks to all who took the initiative to set this up so that the Disboard peeps could do a little something for the Klose family.

I wrote my check today!

 

[*NikkiBell*]

Thanks so much everybody! This is incredible!

 

[stitchlover]

Goodness guys, we are already over $600. I don't think we have even had this set up 24 hours! You guys are wonderful.

I wanted to share with all of you that when I spoke with the Albany County Head Start Program yesterday they were so excited to hear about our interests in donating. That figure that we shared, 40% of the children in the City of Albany are considered impoverished, is just for the City. You have to remember that they serve the entire Albany County. I think the amount of children that they are trying to reach and serve is probably a staggering number.

I think we will, in our own small way, be able to make a small difference in Richard Klose's memory. So I wanted to thank all of you who have participated. I'm sure it will mean a lot to Kevin.

 

[dpic]

I work with inner-city school children, and these types of youngsters have a special place in my heart.

I am more than pleased to contribute, but I am very saddened for the reason.

Kevin, I lost my dad 10 years ago, and there are times I still cannot believe I live in a world without my father.

 

[*NikkiBell*]

We are now at $611!!! This does not include donations made by check. I have a feeling we are close to $800 now!

 

[sunshine girl]

This is great; I am going to go donate immediately. Thanks for arranging this.

My mom worked for a Head Start program also!

 

[Joshua_me]

Judging from the tears rolling down my face I'm absolutely overwhelmed at the level of human kindness I've found here on The Dis.

What a wonderful community you all are.

Count on a check from Keith and myself.

...and continued prayers for the Klose family.

 

[MonkeyPants]

up to 800!! awesome work guys! .... and gals

 

[*NikkiBell*]

This is so so awesome! I can't wait for Kevin and his family to see the total so far!

 

[bsusanmb]

Thank you for this information...it makes me feel like I am doing something for Kevin and his family. My dear grandson will be going to headstart when he turns 3. Right now he is getting services from the county for his speech delay. Your family must be truly wonderful, because I know personally how devoted folks are to the children they serve.

Susan

 

[TSWJan78]

$900 plus the checks... How high can we go?!?

 

[*NikkiBell*]

This is I N C R E D I B L E!!!!

 

[stitchlover]

$900 before checks are counted in!

Wanted to update you that I heard back from Albany Head Start today and they are so excited about what we are doing. They wanted to make sure everyone knew how much they appreciate what is going on.

Thanks everyone! Keep up the good work.

Suzette aka Stitchlover

 

[*NikkiBell*]

Another fantastic day!

 

[DisneyKevin]

This has been one of the hardest times of my life.

In the middle of all of this....there is this light that says that something amazing is happening in my Dad's name.

I can not begin to tell you the comfort this is bringing my Mom and my family.

To think that out of this...something good can come, fills a bit of the empty space.

My family is ever so grateful for what you all are doing.

I dont know how to say thank you enough for your generosity of time, money and spirit.

I wish the best for all of you.

I truly do.

Thank you,
Kevin

 

[*NikkiBell*]

We are here for you.

 

[stitchlover]

Exactly what Nikkibell says. It is amazing how people you have never even had a chance to meet can touch your life. We are just happy that we can in some small way show you how much you mean to us Kevin. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

 

[krissy2803]

This is super awesome!

 

[Mouse Skywalker]

Thanks for checking in Kevin in this difficult, dark time. We wish the best for you to, and wish there was more we could do to help. Please take care of yourself and your family. All of our best.