A Touch of Sunshine at Christine’s Garden

In June, one of our board members paid a visit to the Memorial Butterfly Garden at Smith Farm, a place created in 2021 to honor Christine's memory and offer peace and solace to visitors, especially veterans participating in programs there.

“I left my house in the rain,” he shared. “The minute I arrived at the farm; the sun came out and it’s beautiful here.”

The garden, nestled in Christine’s favorite hometown park where she loved walking her dogs, is now freshly brightened with hardy annuals that will bloom all summer long. The purple flowers in the back attract hummingbirds, and there's even more beauty to come as the older plantings blossom in the weeks ahead.

We are so grateful to see Christine’s spirit live on in a place that continues to bring calm, comfort, and connection to others.

Congratulations to Our 2025 Scholarship Recipients! 

The Christine M. Loeber Foundation is proud to support the next generation of leaders through education and community service. This year, we are honored to award:

Gianna Earl: Recipient of the Oliver Ames High School Scholarship ($3,000) for her dedication to academic excellence, her spirit of kindness, and her devotion to helping others.

Colin Costello & Ben Newton: Recipients of the Smith Farm Volunteer Appreciation Scholarships ($1,000 each) in recognition of their many volunteer hours, reflecting their hard work and commitment to giving back through service.

We are so proud of these three outstanding students and can’t wait to see all they accomplish. None of this would be possible without the generosity and encouragement of our amazing supporters, so thank you for helping us make a difference in Christine’s memory!

Congratulations Justin!

Justin Stitt isn’t just a friend of the Foundation – he’s a beast! This past April 20th, 2025, Justin once again took on the incredible challenge of Tough Ruck 2025, a 26.2-mile march carrying a 30-pound ruck in honor of fallen service members, police, firefighters, and EMTs – including our beloved Christine.

Justin completed his third Tough Ruck in 7 hours and 15 minutes, proudly carrying his flag despite the strong winds. Along the way, he shared that he felt Christine pushing him through every step. One of his highlights was meeting the Gold Star wives and receiving his medal once again from Donna Brown – a truly special moment.

Thank you, Justin, for your dedication, strength, and heart. You honor our heroes in the most powerful way, and we’re so proud of you. Amazing job! 🇺🇸👏