Spirit AeroSystems

Published Monday, March 15th, 2010

Heartspring has always considered the community to be a partner in our mission of helping children with special needs grow and learn on a path to greater independence. This year, Spirit AeroSystems Good Neighbor Fund volunteers have embraced that partnership and touched a lot of lives at Heartspring. The Good Neighbor Fund is an employee-run giving program. Read more »

Ruthie Spriggs

Published Monday, March 15th, 2010

Creative outlet gives voice to Heartspring students The room is set up with two long tables and eight chairs along one side. Eight students sit peering up at a gentle woman with her hair pulled back in a bun. She makes eye contact with each one of them and explains in a soft, calm voice what the activity for this week will be. Read more »

Tony Barkett

Published Monday, February 1st, 2010

Volunteering for Heartspring program provides fulfillment A chance encounter last summer brought Tony Barkett to Heartspring as a volunteer for the Vocational Training Program at Heartspring School. The training program prepares students for future employment by completing donated tasks from local businesses. Cheryl O’Brien, program coordinator, bumped into a familiar face while making a delivery to Via Christi Saint Francis Hospital. Read more »