Crystal Lake Man Sends Cards To Boost Spirits

CRYSTAL LAKE AND CARY, IL — 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. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Jennifer Steele who nominated a local man who started Stamps4hope.

Local hero’s full name

Stamps4hope

Local hero’s home state

Illinois

Local hero’s Patch

Crystal Lake-Cary

How do you know the local hero?

Family

What does the local hero do?

He sends cards free of charge to anyone who signs up for one. He started this after my cancer diagnosis in October of 2019.

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

He has brought so many smiles to people through his cards and messages and personalization he does through the cards.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

He is the most caring and supportive person.

Thank you for all you do, Stamps4hope!

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Know someone making a difference in town?

Nominate them here.