Keeping kids warm with new winter coats in Missouri
Former St. Louis Blues hockey player (and Blues Hall of Fame inductee) Barret Jackman knows a thing or two about being active — especially in the cold.
He recently talked to students at Barack Obama Elementary School in St. Louis about the importance of physical activity and working hard to pursue their dreams, two concepts that go hand-in-hand. For children, being active not only helps improve their overall fitness, but it can also help with their academic performance and memory1 as they work toward their goals. And with the right gear, the cold doesn’t even need to be a factor.
To help make sure the students could enjoy being active outdoors this winter, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Missouri provided them with new winter coats — over 200 total.
“This event is about more than just handing out coats. It’s about showing our young learners that they are seen and supported by a community that believes in their potential,” said Dr. Mia Burgess, Principal of Barack Obama Elementary School. “We are inspired by the generosity of UnitedHealthcare, which has stepped up as a champion for our students, ensuring they have the resources to succeed. Thanks to this coat donation, our children will be ready to face winter and keep growing and playing — no matter the weather.”
The coats were distributed to students following an assembly where they also had the opportunity to meet Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot. Volunteers helped each student select a coat and made sure the size and fit were right.
“We’re honored to support the students right here in our community,” said Jamie Bruce, CEO of UnitedHealthcare Community Plan on Missouri. “It’s critical that we do everything we can to make sure children in our state have what they need to thrive, and that includes winter coats. It’s a privilege to play a part in helping them live healthier lives.”
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