Little Philanthropist | From the Kids

Share SomeHere's another example of an awe..."aah" inspiring moment at the Children's Museum.

Recently while working at the front desk I had the pleasure of greeting an "old" friend.  Four year old Hank and his mom Karen had come to play on a rainy Thursday morning.

Hank had more important things to do than engage in a lenghty conversation about how excited I was to see him again.  You see, Hank had pockets full of pennies, nickles, dimes and more than a few quarters that he brought to donate to the museum.

While he carefully placed each coin into the device atop our donation box that sends the coins spiraling down a funnel ultimately landing at the bottom with a satisfying "clink," Karen shared this with me:

Their family received a Children's Museum of Tacoma annual fund request card in the mail.  Upon recognizing the logo of "his" museum on the envelope, Hank quickly intercepted the letter.  He and Karen opened the letter together and Hank asked what it said.  Karen explained that it was a letter requesting families to share money to help support the museum.  Hank then decided that he wanted to give $10 of his savings.

Karen explained how excited Hank was to receive his own thank you letter in the mail which prompted more discussion between mother and son about the importance of sharing what you can with organizations that are important to you.

Hence the visit and the bulging pockets.

Thanks Hank!  Your heartfelt gifts are truly appreciated!  

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