Your DONATIONS at Work | Wings of Hope Ranch Testimonial

Jamie ToolBank • December 12, 2023

Insert HAPPY DANCE! We've hit our 2023 Annual Fundraising GOALS!

Don’t mind me; I’m just over at my desk doing a happy dance, because, GUESS WHAT?! Because of incredible people like YOU, we’ve EXCEEDED our 2023 Annual Fund Goal. We’re currently at $18,526 and I cannot tell you how thrilled I am about this accomplishment.


Your contributions are the driving force behind the success of our Tools for Change program, the heartbeat of our mission. Every single dollar you've shared goes directly into our tool-lending warehouse, empowering member agencies and volunteers to undertake transformative projects. With a whopping 10,000 tools available at a mere 3% rental fee, we're not just saving money; we're eliminating worries about maintenance and storage, ensuring focus stays on the project at hand.


I'm thrilled to share a heartwarming testimonial from Wings of Hope Ranch; where rescued horses and children come together to find hope and healing.


Wings of Hope Ranch: Tools for Change Member Agency


  • “The tools and resources at the ToolBank have been a great resource for the ranch. We have used tools to help build our new horse barn, rehab a storage building, to landscape, and to help us host events for the children and youth we serve. The ToolBank offers us access to large quantities of tools and so many specialized tools that we couldn't access or afford otherwise.”


  • “We rarely had the quantity or quality of tools we needed for our volunteer work days. Through the ToolBank we are able to borrow the number and exact type of tool we need for the job and don't have to worry about the purchase, maintenance, or storage of the tools. We are thankful for the partnership!”


In the midst of the holiday hustle, let this email serve as a reminder to celebrate our collective achievements and the incredible network of member agencies you champion. Their daily, magical work is nothing short of inspiring!

Now, I'm signing off to indulge in some peppermint hot cocoa and bask in the glow of twinkling lights.


Cheers to making a difference together,

Jamie Frieling





PS - Ready for the MLK National Day of Service on January 15? Join us for a volunteer building session as we lead the charge. Our member agencies are gearing up for community projects, and we hope you'll find a few hours to volunteer. Need inspiration? Head over to this link!

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