Since its inception in 2004, H.A.T.S has been providing fleece hats for underprivileged or uncared for youth nationally and internationally. The organization particularly values its youth volunteers and aims to inspire and facilitate acts of service in America’s young adults while encouraged all volunteers to build personal relationships despite difference. Our hope is that the nature of this service-learning project will inspire young adults to recognize their talents and use them positively.
In 2007, we made our first international donation to Lithuania through a friend, Sister Laurencia. It was this donation that began the courier/contact delivery system.
“My heartfelt gratefulness for the parcel with lovely hats I received three days ago. I was really astonished by your abilities, patience, devotion and love to your neighbors who are in need. I would also like to pass special thanks from all the orphan children who will enjoy wearing the hats sent, and especially sewn by you!”
-Sister Laurencia, 2007