Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a Community Wrapped in Compassion
The holiday season is a joyful one! From our Board room to local family homes, we extend grace and goodwill. For some of our neighbors, holiday expectations carry financial and emotional stress. For this reason the School District 145 Foundation for Education extends an invitation to you to become part of the Holiday Wishes program. Our system anonymously matches School District 145 families in need with School District 145 families who can help.
The Foundation for Education extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated in the 2024 Holiday Wishes Program.
Together, we brought holiday cheer to 58 families — including 153 children — across our school district. We are deeply grateful to the 59 families, businesses, and community groups who donated funds or personally shopped for families in need.
A special thank-you goes to Heartland Optical, our 2024 program sponsor. Cara Dolberg, Heartland Optical Practice Administrator, shared:
“Being a Waverly resident myself, I had known about the Holiday Wishes program from previous years. We were thinking of ways Heartland Optical could give back to the community, and this felt right! Our team loved handpicking gifts for each family. It was a great way to celebrate the holiday season!”
It’s truly inspiring to see how the communities within our district come together to lift one another up. The Foundation for Education Board is deeply grateful to be part of this special program and to witness the generosity that makes our district shine.
