A HUGE Thank you to David Wichman, lifelong Webster Groves resident, for donating his van to Welcome Neighbor STL to be used for donation pick ups and to transport families. David and his daughter Liz recently drove the van from Columbia, MO to donate it. Below is a message from David about why he donated the van.
"I have a very high degree of respect and admiration for these refugees. It is difficult to imagine the courage and confidence that was required to take their family and leave for an unknown new world. As I have met these new American citizens, I am awed by their attitude. They are all smiling and cheerful, ready for the new challenges. The children are delightful. They are bright eyed and not at all awed with their new opportunities. I expect that these new people will, over the next few decades, bring much needed energy and confidence to our American way. The work that you and your fellow volunteers are doing is beyond measure. It is a beautiful example of the American Spirit. I have watched as new American citizens complete the Naturalization Ceremony and I am brought to tears.
Thank you Maddy and Welcome Neighbor for this opportunity to help others. The dividends are sure to be priceless."