This holiday season, we embraced the spirit of giving with our Christmas Blanket Drive, a community service initiative designed to support senior citizens in the Utah County area. With the help of our dedicated titleholders and the incredible generosity of our community, we successfully collected and donated over 200 blankets to nursing homes and through The Giving Grinch organization. Each blanket, carefully packaged with a festive bow, represents not just physical warmth but also a heartfelt reminder to seniors that they are remembered during the holiday season.
The need for such initiatives is both real and pressing. Nearly 50% of seniors in nursing homes experience feelings of loneliness, which can be particularly acute during the holidays. Simple gestures like providing cozy blankets can go a long way in brightening their days and reminding them that they are part of a caring community. By delivering these blankets, we aimed to offer more than just warmth—we want to bring joy, love, and connection to those who may feel isolated.
Seeing our girls come together to collect over 200 blankets and package them with care was inspiring. This experience reminded us all of the power of simple acts of kindness.
Sienna Gehring, Miss GSL Teen Choreographer & Producer
Community service is at the heart of our mission. We strive to cultivate a spirit of service and empathy in our titleholders, encouraging them to see the world beyond their own experiences. Initiatives like the Christmas Blanket Drive teach our young women invaluable skills such as organization, communication, and leadership, while also fostering a deep sense of awareness and compassion for those in need.
We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to this initiative. Your generosity has brought warmth and joy to seniors during a time of year when it is most needed. As we reflect on the success of the Christmas Blanket Drive, we are reminded that every act of kindness, no matter how small, has the power to uplift and transform lives.
We are grateful to the non-profit, The Giving Grinch, for allowing us to participate in their annual holiday blanket drive. To learn more about the Giving Grinch organization and how you can get involved, click here. Also, thank you to NECTAR HR for participating in the drive and allowing us to utilize your facilities to prepare and package the blankets for delivery.
