A Young Man’s Generosity Shines On Assistance League of Pasadena at the Holidays

11-year-old Leo Hyman has become the youngest donor to the Assistance League of Pasadena.

Leo took part in a Covid-19 blind study for children which, by itself, will help kids during the pandemic.  Leo was forthright about his motivation — he participated in the study because volunteers were paid, and he had a major item on his wish list.  He purchased his special gaming apparatus and some gaming items for friends.   After the purchases, Leo had $75 left over.

During a Thanksgiving get-together his aunt, Ursula Hyman, President of the Assistance League of Pasadena, shared with Leo some of the charitable programs in which the League is involved, several of which benefit children and seniors.

The Operation School Bell program provides new clothing, books and school supplies to between 1,200 and 1,800 school children each year.   The League’s Very Important Performers program recognizes middle school children for their accomplishments during the school year.   The Bear Hugs program provides cuddly teddy bears to traumatized children; over 2,000 bears have been distributed since June of 2021.

One of the programs benefiting seniors is the Craft Fair Gift Shop which sells seniors handmade crafts on consignment. Various other programs included holiday toys through Friends In Deed and food for the Senior Center’s food pantry.

When she later opened a gift that Leo’s sister had helped him wrap, Hyman was surprised and proud to find the $75 Leo donated to the Assistance League of Pasadena’s Annual Appeal to help with its programs.

Leo’s generosity reminds us of the importance of giving to those less fortunate, Hyman said.

To donate to the Assistance League of Pasadena Annual Appeal, visit https://www.assistanceleague.org/pasadena/donate  or call (626) 449-2068.