Newsletter August 2020

AUGUST 2020

IMPORTANT NEWS

First and foremost, we wish everyone continued safety and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. This year has introduced unique challenges, but it also emphasized the importance of staying connected – even if it is “virtually” by phone, video chat, or social media. Now more than ever, we need to support each other through difficult times and celebrate the special moments.

With a renewed focus on interconnecting the CHD Community, we want to welcome you to the re-launch of the CHD Coalition monthly newsletter!

UPCOMING EVENTS

On September 27, we are transforming our annual CHD awareness walk into a virtual experience. Using social media and live streaming, we will still be able to unite together to celebrate our CHD Warriors and Angels and to further our mission. Although our daily lives have changed drastically over the last few months, we want to reassure you that HOPE is NOT cancelled!

Form your team and register online.

Frequently Asked Questions about the 2020 Virtual CHD Walk for Hope can be read here.

The top question is: "How do I get my commemorative participant t-shirt and prizes?"

Answer: we will be coordinating the pick up of the t-shirts with the team captains. More information will be sent out early September. If you need your t-shirt mailed to you, there is an option while completing the online registration form. You will be contacted afterwards to collect shipping costs. $5 for the first t-shirt and $1 for each additional.

CHD Walk for Hope lawn signs

Proudly display your support for a Heart Warrior/Angel and to spread CHD awareness! Cost is $20. Our merchandise website is being finalized and the link to order online will be posted to Facebook and emailed.

Local pickup will be scheduled by the CHD Coalition. If you require items mailed, flat-rate shipping can be selected upon checkout. $7 for the first item and $1 each additional item (when shipped together).

Heart Warrior

Heart Angel

GIVING BACK

The CHD Coalition is happy to announce our 2020 scholarship winners!

Kevin Nichols

With a passion for engineering, Kevin was not just a leader on his school Robotics team -- but also volunteered serving as a role model and inspiration for younger students by sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm. He is a true leader, always willing to help others and is described as someone who “will make the community around him a better place.” These traits will serve him well as he studies Mechanical Engineering at Drexel University in the fall of 2020.

Zachary Steffens

Positive, optimistic and inspirational. These are just 3 of the words used to describe Zachary who has worked hard for all that he has accomplished. He has studied Tae Kwon Do for 13 years (is now a second-degree black belt) and instructs young children to learn the same discipline he now possesses. We wish Zachary all the best as he attends The College of New Jersey in the fall of 2020, where he will study Biomedical Engineering in hopes of developing technology that will help others live longer and healthier lives.

BIRTHDAYS

Gabriel, 8/19

Olivia, 8/19

Jillian, 8/22

Grace, 8/28

Abigail, 8/28

Graysen, 8/29

Skylar, 8/30

CELEBRATIONS

Celebrating something special that you would like included in an upcoming newsletter? Please email a picture, name and a brief description to [email protected].

HEARTS REMEMBERED

Brett

Harrison

Tiffany

If you would like to include your Angel's anniversary or birthday in an upcoming newsletter, please send a picture, name, and date to [email protected].