Greetings!
On this day of celebration, Running Strong would like to remember an act of overwhelming kindness.
When the Irish people faced hardship and famine over 161 years ago, American Indians responded with generosity in their hearts. In 1847, the Choctaw Tribe of Oklahoma gathered money and whatever food they could spare to send to Ireland's hungry.
In 1995, the President of Ireland travelled to Oklahoma to recognize this connection between the Choctaw Nation and Ireland.
This spirit of generosity found throughout Indian Country is what motivates Billy Mills to help American Indian youth follow their dreams. And it's your generosity that makes those dreams come true!
Since we're all a little bit Irish today, please forward this email to your "Irish" friends to see if they know about the gift of the Choctaw Nation.
And remember to check out our website for weekly updates about Running Strong programs that count on your support throughout the year.
Have a safe and fun St. Paddy's Day.
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