With joyful hearts and deep gratitude we celebrate 12 outstanding individuals who make our community a wonderful place to live. Every day, from December 11th until December 22nd, we will post a video announcing one of the people we selected to receive $1,000 in free car care. We had a lot of fun making these videos, and we hope you enjoy watching them. To find out more about each recipient, please visit our Facebook page.

12th Day of Kindness

On our twelfth Day of Kindness, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Patti Hecei. Patti has recently taken her parents into her home in order to care for them, and is unfortunately now facing a battle with cancer. Patti, we wish you strength in the challenges that lay before you, and we hope that our gift of $1,000 in car care can make the journey just a little bit easier.

11th Day of Kindness

On the eleventh day of our "12 Days of Kindness" tradition, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Mercedes Lester, a beloved housekeeper at SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals. Mercedes moved to the U.S. from El Salvador 20 years ago, and works tirelessly to provide for her family, both here and far away. Mercedes, we are pleased to share $1,000 in car care services with you. Have a wonderful holiday!

10th Day of Kindness

On our tenth Day of Kindness, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Valerie Bishop, a beloved cosmetology teacher at Wake Tech. Valerie has suffered from kidney disease for the past 8 years, and will soon be receiving a kidney transplant in Winston-Salem. We are pleased to give Valerie $1,000 in free car care services in order to help her on her road to recovery. Best wishes to you this year, Valerie!

9th Day of Kindness

On our ninth Day of Kindness, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Nikkima Santos, a single mom and leader within her community. Nikkima serves on Chapel Hill's Community Policing Advisory Board, where she acts as a liaison between her public housing community and the local police; she also organizes neighborhood cleanups, hosts art programs, and helps feed and clothe neighbors in need. Nikkima, we thank you with $1,000 in car services.

8th Day of Kindness

On our eighth Day of Kindness, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Colleen Lanigan, Director of the Orange County Special Olympics. Thanks to her kindness, generosity, and hard work, the program has helped countless disabled experience the joy of athletics. Colleen, the work you do impacts so many champions, so we are thrilled to be your champion by giving you $1,000 in car services this year. Have a very merry Christmas!

7th Day of Kindness

On our seventh Day of Kindness, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Jennifer Mitchell, who works three jobs and still takes the time to give to local food banks and toy drives. Last year, Jennifer took custody of her two nieces when their parents became unable to care for them, despite facing difficulties as a tetraplegic person. We are thrilled to provide Jennifer with $1,000 in car care services. Merry Christmas!

6th Day of Kindness

On the sixth day of our "12 Days of Kindness" holiday tradition, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Nancy Hayes, who delivers food, prayers, and compassion to local homeless people; volunteers with a local dog rescue two or three times a week; and even started an Outreach Ministry for single adults. Nancy, we are pleased to share $1,000 in car care services with you. Have a very merry Christmas!

5th Day of Kindness

On our fifth Day of Kindness, we’d like to recognize Anthony Harris, an "ear-to-ear smiling" housekeeper at the SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals. Anthony’s work helps provide patients with a safe, clean place to stay while they receive critical medical care. Anthony also cares for his wife, who is on kidney dialysis, and for his young grandson, who has physical disabilities. Anthony, we hope this $1,000 in car care helps reward you for all you do.

4th Day of Kindness

On Day 4 of our "12 Days of Kindness" holiday tradition, Chapel Hill Tire would like to recognize Jennifer Weinzimmer, a single mom of two. Jennifer’s daughter has severe special needs and requires round-the-clock care, and her son, Josh, says that she works tirelessly to help both of them. Jennifer, we are inspired by your strength, and it’s our pleasure to provide you with $1,000 of car services this year. Merry Christmas!

3rd Day of Kindness

On Day 3 of our "12 Days of Kindness" tradition, we would like to recognize Judy Taft, an occupational therapist who works tirelessly to help the people in her community. Judy is an "Energizer bunny" who is constantly delivering food; providing transportation assistance; helping people cope with physical limitations; and serving up meals at the Chapel Hill Food Kitchen. It’s our pleasure to provide Judy with $1,000 worth of car care services. Thanks, Judy!

2nd Day of Kindness

On Day 2 of our "12 Days of Kindness" holiday tradition, we’d like to recognize Danielle Payton, a local educator and mother of three. Danielle has recently lost her husband, Bjay, to leukemia, and is courageously working through this tough time in her life. Danielle, we wish you and your family peace this holiday season, and hope that our gift of $1,000 in car services will help make things a little bit easier.

1st Day of Kindness

On the first day of our "12 Days of Kindness" holiday tradition, we’d like to recognize John Rugabo of the Refugee Support Center in Carrboro. In addition to serving as an interpreter, John helps distribute clothing, food, and other essential items to those in need. Merry Christmas, John—in order to honor your kindness, we’re giving you $1,000 worth of car repair services at Chapel Hill Tire. Thanks for all that you do!

Happy Holidays!

12th Day of Christmas

On the 12th Day of Christmas we honor volunteer supreme Steve Price for 30 years of extra-mile service to his church and our community. From cleaning up roadways to cleaning out refrigerators, coordinating meal deliveries to organizing the epic effects of Halloween Haunted Trail, Steve can always be counted on to show up and pitch in when a skilled and willing hand is needed. Plus, we hear his brilliant bumper stickers always leave folks smiling while he’s driving away. So here’s to a nice Christmas rest – and a Drive Happy New Year – for this merry gentleman.

11th Day of Christmas

Michele Steeley

10th Day of Christmas

Esperance Bihogo

9th Day of Christmas

Kim Goode

8th Day of Christmas

Evon Barnes

7th Day of Christmas

Katie Marcom

6th Day of Christmas

April Thompson

5th Day of Christmas

Samantha Moynana

4th Day of Christmas

Colleen Lanigan

3rd Day of Christmas

Emma Smith

2nd Day of Christmas

Tracey Ocampo

1st Day of Christmas

Sheila Jones

Thank You!

To our friends who took the time to nominate their heroes and loved ones, we wish you the very best of the season, and the happiest New Year!

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