Christine Cheesman, a homeschooling mom and figure skater, founded 'Skates of Hope' after learning about the tragic American Airlines Flight 5342 crash in Washington, D.C. The organization distributes new skates to aspiring skaters in need, honoring the memory of the 28 victims from the figure skating community who perished in the crash.
Christine Cheesman, a homeschooling mom, art teacher, and newfound figure skater, has taken on a new role: founder of Skates of Hope. Cheesman, residing in North Carolina, learned about the tragic American Airlines Flight 5342 crash in Washington, D.C. on January 29th, where a U.S. Army helicopter collided with the aircraft, resulting in the deaths of all 67 passengers as it plunged into the Potomac River.
The figure skating community suffered a devastating loss, with 28 victims identified as skaters, coaches, and family members. Cheesman, deeply moved by the tragedy, expressed the profound impact it had on her: 'As a mom, it took my breath away. Even now, thinking about it, it's really difficult to try to understand what the parents are feeling and the families that have lost everything.'Cheesman's 12-year-old daughter developed a passion for figure skating after a school field trip, inspiring Cheesman to take to the ice herself. 'Being on the ice, it's freedom,' Cheesman shared. 'It's beautiful. Each day I get on the ice after this tragedy, it just has like a renewed sense of purpose for me and for my daughter, as well.' Cheesman acknowledged that her daughter struggles to comprehend the magnitude of the loss, as she admired and followed the victims on social media. To honor the memory of those lost in the D.C. plane crash, Cheesman founded Skates of Hope, a project that distributes skates to aspiring skaters in need. Cheesman leverages Instagram to collect donations and then personally delivers the skates to deserving recipients. 'The skaters who are receiving the skates are just so grateful,' she said, adding that coaches reach out to her to bless athletes facing financial hardship by providing them with a pair of new skates. Cheesman aims to establish Skates of Hope as a non-profit organization, with any monetary donations benefiting the families who lost loved ones in the tragedy. Individuals interested in donating skates or receiving a pair are encouraged to contact Cheesman through her Instagram page.
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