By Sara, Sophie and Phoebe | Co-Founders
Did you know that in the United States, Mother’s Day started with three women who were instrumental in establishing the tradition of Mother’s Day: Ann Reeves Jarvis, Julia Ward Howe, and Ann’s daughter, Anna M. Jarvis. And did you know that these great women being honored as mothers were activists who fought for children’s welfare, health, and peace?
Often when we distribute the bikes that you have given, mothers show up to see their daughters receive their bikes. They are proud, and feel honored and of course they are there for their daughters, it’s a lovely sight.
This message is to all the mothers who have donated to give a girl a bicycle in Vietnam. You are activists like Julia, Ann, and Anna, and we thank you for voicing your support for children’s welfare, girl’s education, safety, and empowerment. Thanks to you all, 100’s of girls in Vietnam have received your bikes and helmets. Be proud; we are!
Have a Happy Mother’s Day!
Sara, Sophie, and Phoebe
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