DIGHTON, MASS. (WHDH) - A young girl from Dighton decided to give up traditional birthday presents and instead asked for people to bring donations for the local animal shelter.
It was Evie’s selfless wish, as she hopes to help those in need.
“We just encourage helping others as much as possible,” said Evie’s mother, Mary Joyce. “We consider ourselves fortunate.”
Evie’s mom says she always reminds her children to give back — and it’s clear they are getting the message.
Everyone attending Evie’s fourth birthday party was asked to bring a bag of pet food for the Seekonk Animal Shelter.
Evie’s explanation for the act of kindness: “Cause I love them!”
The 4-year-old also got to deliver the goods to her four-legged friends.
“Very, very proud,” her mother said. “We’ll just keep on encouraging her big ideas.”
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