Valentine’s Day is drawing near, and the UTM Tennessee Intercollegiate State Legislature is already sending their love out by making cards for veterans and St. Jude’s patients.
On Monday, Jan. 27, TISL members created about two dozen cards to give to two holiday philanthropy projects in the West Tennessee area.
One project, initiated by Congressman Stephen Fincher, is “Operation Valentines.”
In a press release, Congressman Fincher announced that from now until Feb. 10, the congressman’s district offices will collect valentines for distribution throughout West Tennessee for veterans and those currently serving in the military. These valentines can be dropped off at any of his district offices in Arlington, Dyersburg, Jackson, Martin or Memphis.
The second holiday project is FM 100 Memphis’ “Cards for Kids.” The radio station is asking for homemade or printed Valentine’s Day cards to give to the children at St. Jude. Cards can be dropped off at the FM 100 studio or at any Ashley Furniture location.
As they drew hearts in glitter and wrote funny phrases on construction paper, TISL members also reflected on how good it is to give to those who show bravery and strength.
“I think it is important to remember that Valentine’s Day is not just about getting candy and flowers. It’s also about showing others that they are loved and cared for,” UTM TISL Vice President Morgan Fitzgerald said.
“If there are two demographics that aren’t appreciated enough, it is those who serve our country and those who have been dealt the unfair card of cancer. With the cards, we hope to let the troops and veterans know that they are appreciated and give St. Jude’s children something to smile about and something to make them feel loved.”
For more information on Congressman Fincher’s “Operation Valentines” or FM 100 Memphis’ “Cards for Kids,” visit their websites, http://fincher.house.gov/press-release/rep-fincher-seeking-valentines-heroes and http://www.fm100memphis.com/pages/18201719.php.
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