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They Empower Children Around The World: New Canaan Heroes

We all know someone who's making a difference in this world. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

Caroline and Katherine Brickley were nominated as local heroes by Ann Brickley.
Caroline and Katherine Brickley were nominated as local heroes by Ann Brickley. (Patch graphic)

NEW CANAAN, CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Ann Brickley who nominated Caroline and Katherine Brickley of New Canaan. Ann's daughters co-founded Blossom, a children's media company.

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Name: Caroline and Katherine Brickley

State: CT

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Hometown: New Canaan

Hero's job: Business

Relationship to nominee: Daughters

Reason for recognition: Since 2017, Caroline and Katherine have been operating Blossom a children's media company creating uplifting stories and inspiring characters for children and their families to experience together and with children and families across the globe.

One thing to know: Their mission to empower children around the world to BLOSSOM together through media which cultivates creativity, confidence, and kindness is something we really need.

Thank you for all you do, Caroline and Katherine!


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