Why the White Hats Program?
Too many people feel they are pushing a gigantic boulder uphill---alone! This can be demoralizing. The White Hats pin is an antidote intended to hearten "the good guys". Candidates for the White Hats pin must pledge to wear the pin as a witness and inspiration to others. Recognition and identification is the idea behind the lapel pin.
If seven people were standing in line at the supermarket today, none would suspect the others of being concerned citizens, working hard and making sacrifices in order to improve their communities. If the White Hats concept takes off, three people in that line might be wearing the identifying pin which would spark recognition and rejuvenate the resolve of each one. They might feel solidarity as individual members of an unstoppable spirited team with a common mission. Wearing the pin is both a duty and a privilege.
The inspiration for publicizing good works side of the White Hats Project came from the teens (especially these two) who participated in our programs almost fifteen years ago. Many now have children of their own.