10-Year-Old Creator Of 'Kindness Kabinet': Kings Park Local Hero

KINGS PARK, NY - When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Jennifer Krayewski, who nominated Mackenzie Crettol, of Kings Park.

Name:
Mackenzie Crettol

State:
NY

Hometown:
Kings Park

Hero's job:
Other

If other, job:
Student

Relationship to nominee:
Friend

Reason for recognition:
Mackenzie is an 10-year-old girl who took it upon herself to create and build a Kindness Kabinet. This cabinet is filled with kindness rocks for others to take in hopes of bringing a smile to their face and joy to their day.

One thing to know:
Mackenzie is a thoughtful young lady who cares. She has made it her goal to make others happy.

Thank you for all you do, Mackenzie!

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