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 Hi, I'm Tom Ballard, "The Heart Rock Guy".
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 I heard about the tragic school shooting in Bend, Oregon, at Silver Rail Elementary School today, Oct 15, and I realized that I can do something to help not only these students and their families, but many other students and families in the area.
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 I work with dozens of stone carvers to make beautiful, handmade stone hearts. I use my social media to inspire thoughtful folks to share them as tools for reminding others that they matter, are loved, and are not alone.
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 I am going to reach out to my social media followers and ask them to donate to me so I can personally go to Bend to deliver as many hearts to those families affected and as many others as possible (by sharing them with local school counselors, therapists, etc.).
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 I will personally cover all of the costs of the trip and donate the first 100 hearts.
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 This fundraiser is very simple:
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 Every $1 donated I will donate a stone heart to a family in Bend.
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 I will deliver them before the students leave for Christmas Break.
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 I will document my experience and share it on my social media, all while respecting the privacy of those involved.
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 I've done this over a dozen times before for communities that have faced similar situations (Uvalde, Perry, Tremonton, etc.) It's been very well received, and is a simple way to offer everyone a little reminder, without singling anyone out, or leaving anyone out.
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 Thank you for considering sharing or donating. I greatly appreciate it!
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 You can learn more about my Heart Rock Kindness Movement on my social media and on my website. Just search for "The Heart Rock Guy" to find me. I received the Utah Governor's Spirit of Service Award in 2026. I've been on KSL News, ABC News, several times. I have dedicated my life to making and sharing as many hearts as I can. In September 2026, I shared my 500,000th heart! My goal is 1M by Nov 2029.
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