Franklin Family,

Despite an overwhelming response from Franklin Families and many people reaching out, we will not be taking any more donations due to one substantial donation. I’m unsure if this family wishes to be named, so for now, we will call it an “anonymous donor.” If I find that this person doesn’t care, I’ll be sure to leak it, so our kids can show a bit of appreciation for the new fridge.

This person reached out within 20 mins of my obituary email, and we’ve been nailing down the perfect fridge that will take us through the next 10-15 years. She’s scheduled for deliver on Tuesday after school, where we will also bid good-bye to our wonderful fridge of the past 12 years.

I’ll be returning all marked monies to the athletes to return home. Perhaps there comes a later day where something might be coming down the pipeline and we can beg for loose change again. I’m very proud to call this my home and I’m so proud that so many people want to support the program at seemingly every turn.

Thanks for being wonderful. I appreciate your time, passion, patience… and in this case, offering of monies.

ZD