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Haller Middle School volleyball program highlights charitable 'Howlers Angels' effort
Summary
Haller Middle School coaches and current and former players described 'Howlers Angels,' a donation-driven volunteer program that serves 2–3 families annually with gifts, groceries and household items and involves students in gift selection, wrapping and delivery.
Representatives from Haller Middle School presented the board with details of a student-led community service effort called Howlers Angels, which pairs volleyball teams and alumni with families facing hardship.
Coach Kim Anderson (introduced during the meeting) and several students described how the program began about 15 years ago, is entirely donation-based, and typically serves two to three families each year with presents, gift cards, groceries and occasional larger items such as bed frames or car seats when needs arise. Presenters said the program engages students through age-appropriate tasks — collecting donations, creating wish lists with families when possible, wrapping presents and delivering items — and that participation supports student character development and community connection.
Board members praised the program and asked about sourcing and cost; presenters said donations come from families, local businesses, and online community groups; in some years local partners (including a local propane company and a chef) have given bedding or turkeys. The presenters said the program sometimes partners with Volunteers of America and local giving trees to identify families.
