×

Serving Our Servants

First meeting of new Hamilton County volunteer organization set for Oct. 12 at St. Paul Lutheran

Looking for a way to give back to public servants across the county? Check out Hamilton County’s newest group, SOS – Serving Our Servants.

Many of these public servants serve at all hours, are in dangerous situations and in life-threatening situations. According to Kristen Ruppel, the group wants to show their appreciation in various ways.

In the past, the SOS group in Webster County has provided cold water bottles, insect repellant and snacks to officers, firefighters, and other personnel who could not leave the scene. “It makes for a good morale booster,” said Ruppel.

“Their calling is to serve the public. We want to reverse the roles and show them our support,” Ruppel said. “Overall, we want them to know that people around here care about them.”

The first meeting will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Webster City, on October 12, 2017 at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in helping the faith-based group with donations should contact it through calling Pastor Mark Eichler, St. Paul Lutheran Church or email Kristen Ruppel at kruppel16@gmail.com.

Ruppel said the first fundraiser the group does may be collecting teddy bears for youths. The reason behind the teddy bear collection is to give to them the officers, deputies and firefighters to give to children in tense situations. Not only does it comfort the child but the child also gets to see that the police officers are their friends, she said. In addition to that, the teddy bears would allow the officers to distract the child from the situation that may be going on at that time.

“If you or your organization would like to purchase some teddy bears please email me. You can either keep the teddy bear or donate it to our SOS group,” said Ruppel. “We look forward to many fundraisers and trying to serve the people who serve us on a daily basis and keep us safe.”

Newsletter

Today's breaking news and more in your inbox

I'm interested in (please check all that apply)
Are you a paying subscriber to the newspaper? *
   

Starting at $3.46/week.

Subscribe Today