HOPE CAN
CHANGE STL
We’re so excited to launch a wave of hope across our community. Get ready to share kindness, inspire others, and be part of something bigger.
HOW SPREAD HOPE WORKS
Join The Movement
A simple act of kindness can create a ripple effect of hope in our community.
Follow these three steps to be part of the SpreadHopeSTL challenge!
Get A Coin
Get a coin from one of our pickup areas, and learn about SpreadHopeSTL.
Pass It On
Pass on your coin to someone who has inspired you or shown you hope.
Share Your Story
Share the story of hope you witnessed in the person you gave your coin to.
Stories of Hope
Discover moments of kindness, resilience, and hope that create lasting change, showcasing the power of even the smallest act of goodwill and charity.
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Given by mg
Received by Teresa
In St. Charles County
Teresa has always been kind to me. She has a bubbly personality that shines even when she is struggling. She raises her two kids with so much love in her…
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Given by R
Received by Student Artist
In Webster Groves
A student heard a presentation from a very courageous woman and was inspired to paint the woman’s portrait.
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Given by Veronica
Received by Rhonda
In Missouri
Rhonda is a police officer and she is constantly helping to save lives. But even with her busy schedule she still makes time to see family.
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Given by Marge O’Gorman
Received by Eileen Cheong
In St. Louis
Eileen curated her first art exhibit The Sun Is Still There Even Behind The Clouds featuring women artists of color from four continents. Telling stories through various media, reaching back…
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Given by Sonya Bailey
Received by HR ministry
In Catholic Charities st louis
Senior HR People Leaders asked, What does ministry mean to you? An excellent thought-provoking competency-based interview question! It really resonates with my holistic approach to delivering HR services to employees….
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Given by Terri Brown
Received by Vicky Bosick
In St. Patrick Center
I gave a coin to Vicky because she is the first person I see every morning when coming to work. Vicky is very friendly, has a way with the public…
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Given by Terri Brown
Received by Bevely Austin
In St. Patrick Center
I gave my coin to Beverly Austin because she is a great manager. I noticed that she is always buying lunch for her staff. She is a great listener, a…
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Given by Terri Brown
Received by Bailey Anderson
In St. Patrick Center
I gave my coin to Bailey because I notices what a kind and giving person she is. Not only is she a great manager, but I noticed how her staff…
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Given by Brian Thouvenot
Received by Randy Eaton
In Potosi, Missouri
Randy Eaton and his group of Elk’s volunteers deliver more than 400 backpacks of food EVERY WEEK to children at several Washington County schools. A ministry he’s seen grow from…
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Given by Claire Briggs
Received by Walker Hill III
In Good Shepherd Children & Family Services
When an angry hornet found its way into my office, Walker came and killed it for me without making me feel bad for being scared of it. It is nice…
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Given by Mary Gerst
Received by Alice Zieke
In Work Bridgeton, MO
This lady will drop everything to help you. She takes care of everyone more than herself. She has a heart of gold. She does not realize what she means to…
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Given by Faye Weiland
Received by Mike Price
In Imperial
Mike not only help the students at St. Joseph Imperial he helped a lady that was crying and sat and talked to her and gave her a tissue. He is…
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Given by James Whitaker
Received by Kathy Blattel
In O'Fallon, St. Charles County
Assumption Life Teen was preparing for their Luke18 retreat for the 8th graders who will be confirmed this spring. That weekend, during a 9am-9pm prep day, the teens were working…
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Given by Vickie Hahn
Received by Salt & Light Club
In St. Louis City
Salt and Light Club members, consisting of middle school students, spent time after school making 100 blessing bags (a bag of personal care items, snacks, and a note) for the…
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Given by Nancy Tully
Received by Lady on the beach
In Florida
On vacation I met a woman on the beach praying the rosary. I had just finished my Hallow session for the day and as it was on prayer, I thought…
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Given by Chris Baechle
Received by Kellie Jones
In Cardinal Ritter Senior Services
Kellie embodies what true service means both to our Residents and coworkers. I recently received a call from a Resident who was very complimentary of Kellie and how accommodating she…
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Given by Debbie Koeller
Received by Church members at Assumption
In South St. Louis County
This morning after Mass at Assumption Church in South County, I was encouraged to see the parishioners generously giving toiletry items to Saint Martha’s, a ministry of Catholic Charities. Way…
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Given by Myco Wulkopf
Received by Diana
In St. Louis County
My coworker and friend, Diana, cheered me up today with three warm hugs. That’s really all I needed. Life brings enough challenges. Sometimes, all you really need is a hug…she…
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Given by Brian Thouvenot
Received by Natalie Jablonski
In Swansea, Illinois
Natalie is a Swansea, IL resident and is running for local Trustee. She gave me hope by taking time to have a conversation that did not involve politics or some…
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Given by Sean Witzke
Received by Alex Suarez
In Baden
Alex Suarez is one of my best friends. For the last ten years, he’s been a constant presence in my life—first as a colleague, then as a roommate, an entrepreneur,…