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GIVING BACK
story by Lynn Lofton photos courtesy of Mississippi Heroes
Mississippi Heroes has a motto of ramping up gratitude and giving back.
It was especially appropriate last month as November was National Caregiver Month—a time to honor those who dedicate their lives to helping others. But for this organization, heroes are always honored.
“At Mississippi Heroes, every day
is about celebrating and supporting
the caregivers, veterans, elderly, and individuals with disabilities who make our community stronger,” says Director Katherine Sutton. “Through our Ramp It Up Project, we’re turning compassion into action by building safe, accessible ramps for those who need them most across the Coast.
“To date, we’ve proudly completed over 60 ramps, each one built with heart, teamwork, and local partnership. Thanks to incredible community supporters and local contractors like BSL Construction LLC, we’re now
averaging one ramp per week, changing lives one doorstep at a time.”
Every ramp tells a story of freedom—a veteran finally able to roll down his front porch, a grandmother safely returning home from the hospital, or a caregiver gaining peace of mind knowing their loved one can access their home with dignity.
There are ways to help: sponsor a ramp as a business or individual; donate materials or labor; join the Million Dollar Club and become part of a legacy movement funding long-term accessibility across Mississippi for only $10 a month or $100 a year. Sponsor the Gulf Coast Beer & Bacon Festival, our signature fundraiser supporting ramp builds and caregiver programs.
Mississippi Heroes
www.mississippiheroes.org 228.234.4649
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