The University Hospital Foundation’s 2021 Festival of Trees launched “Gifts of Gratitude”, a unique, limited project and addition to that year’s hybrid virtual-and-in-person events and activities. The program allowed donors to purchase curated gifts which were then provided to frontline workers. Donors and sponsors alike jumped at the opportunity to provide gifts, such as curated gifts and gift cards for meals and experiences, that extended their tremendous community spirit and support to frontline workers, as well as their families. “The pandemic impacted and stretched us all in ways none of us could have imagined, and none moreso than our frontline heroes. The generous donors to the UHF wanted frontline workers to feel love, support and, ultimately, the gratitude from our community for their sacrifices to help keep us safe and healthy. In planning these gifts, the UHF recognized that frontline workers are also parents, spouses and family members, so we designed these Gifts of Gratitude to be shared.” said Experience & Signature Events Director Kevin Radomski.