Preschoolers Pedal to Support St. Jude Children's Fund

The preschool students of theare taking to tricycles to support the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 

Trike-A-Thon is a fun way to help children who are sick with cancer and rely on the support of St. Jude's. The hospital, founded by entertainer Danny Thomas, is located in Memphis, Tenn. and has treated children from all over the United States as well as 70 other countries. 

Suzanne Pinto, director of Westfield Co-op said that St. Jude is a very worthwhile cause and one the school is happy to support.

"The participation of our children teaches and reinforces the idea of volunteerism for children at a young age," Pinto said. "It is this spirit of giving that supports the philosopy of Westfield Co-op. We are very proud of our students and their parents who are always so willing to help. Throughout the year we have many opportunities to participate in projects to help the community.

"In addition to the St. Jude Trike-A-Thon, we also have an annual toy drive for Elizabeth Coalition for the Homeless, do soldier letters, and have clothing and book collections for organizations in need." 

The preschoolers at the Co-op have fun on their trikes while raising funds for St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. In addition, the event gives the community an opportunity to reinforce safety rules which they learn from Bikewell Bear® and Pedals the Bunny® through educational materials provided by St. Jude.  

For more information about the event, contact Suzanne Pinto at 908-233-4501.