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Dingell Announces “Sending Smiles to Vets” Program
Washington, DC,
February 27, 2015
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Veterans
After Congresswoman Dingell’s “Valentines for Veterans” project received such an overwhelming response from schools and local veterans, Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI-12) announced she will work with the Ann Arbor VA Hospital, the John D. Dingell VA Hospital and other veteran organizations to start a year-round program that encourages students to create artwork for veterans. “The response to ‘Valentines for Veterans’ was touching, with thousands of students and residents coming together to show our veterans how much they are loved,” said Dingell. “Responding to the success of the project and the smiles it brought to veterans’ faces, we are working with the community to extend the project year-round. The ‘Sending Smiles to Vets’ program will engage grade school children on an ongoing basis to bring cheer to hospital rooms and community gathering places and reach even more veterans.” In a bipartisan manner, Congresswoman Dingell invites other Members and elected officials at all levels to join her to deliver the artwork to VA hospitals and veteran service organizations. Dingell was joined by Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) to deliver valentines earlier this month. The first “Sending Smiles to Vets” delivery will occur around the St. Patrick’s Day holiday. Those who wish to participate may drop off artwork at Dingell’s Michigan offices anytime between now and Friday, March 13th, or call the Dearborn office at 313-278-2936 to arrange for pickup. The program will also celebrate spring, fall, and Thanksgiving. Dearborn Office 19855 West Outer Drive Suite 103-E Dearborn, MI 48124 Ypsilanti Office 301 West Michigan Avenue Suite 400 Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Dingell launched the “Valentines for Veterans” project in February to engage local schools and organizations in showing their appreciation to our veterans. Over 2,500 valentines were made and delivered to veterans at the Ann Arbor VA Hospital and John D. Dingell VA Hospital. Congresswoman Dingell, staff and friends delivered the valentines to veterans at both hospitals. |