COUNTY OF f ALLEGHENY RICH FITZGERALD County ExecunivE January 5, 2017 Beth Jaquay Ton Bowman Catholic Academy 721 Rebecca Avenue Wilkinsburg, PA 15221 Dear Ms. Jaquay: ‘Avery sincere thanks to you and your wonderful students at Thea Bowman Catholic Academy for taking the time to remember others during the Christmas season. Clearly, they have developed some excellent sewing skill. It was evident every pillow case was made with great care and creativity. We delivered the pillows and blankets to our Homeless Support Unit which works with those families who are struggling with homelessness and, after having lived in shelters, are establishing new residences. Many of the items have already been given away to these families and they were thrilled to receive them. ‘Thank-you also for the generous collection of school supplies and other items. They will be given to local students who are receiving help through the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, ‘The kindness, thoughtfulness and compassion you and your students have demonstrated is ‘truly heart-warming. | wish you all the best in the new year. Sincerely, ri KareW/ Blumen Deputy Director Office of Community Relations Allegheny County Department of Human Services te