About Us
Keeping Her Memory Alive
Sammi knew how important it was to spend time with children and how easy it was to make them happy. She also felt that some children did not have the opportunity to enjoy “life’s little pleasures” like attending camp, a prom, a concert or a sporting event. She knew someone needed to help, and little did she know that all along
“that someone” was her.
Our reason for being
We have created this Fund in memory of Sammi to keep her love for children alive by raising money that will be used to create opportunities to make children smile.
Sammi is the motivation behind this Fund and through us, the supporters and donors, we can create lasting memories for children.
Join us and let’s help children "Have A Sammi Kinda Day.”
Let’s put a SMILE on their faces like she always did!
Meet The Team
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Hello, my name is Vanessa Cote. After more than 25 years in my previous career, I recently made the life-changing decision to pursue a nursing degree—a journey fueled by my passion for helping others. I reside in Hanson, Massachusetts, with my two children, Shea and Alexa, my fiancé Brian, and our two dogs, Jughead Jones and Charlie.
Vanessa Cote
HASKD Vice President of Operations
Hello, my name is Kassandra Meehan! I’m a Graphic Designer with a passion for using creativity to make a positive impact. I live in Hanson, Massachusetts, with my family, who’ve been a constant source of support and inspiration throughout my journey. I proudly serve as the VP of Graphic Design & Communications for HASKD.
Kassandra Meehan
HASKD VP of Graphic Design & Communications
In Loving Memory of
Anne Giglio
It comes with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my sister, Anne Giglio.
Anne was Sammi's beloved aunt and a longtime board member of the Have a Sammi Kinda Day (HASKD) Fund. What inspired Anne's deep commitment to HASKD was her special bond with Sammi-a bond rooted in admiration. She deeply admired Sammi's love for children, her dedication to brighten their lives, and her pursuit of a college degree in childhood education as she worked toward her dream.
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Anne shared these same passions, which she demonstrated throughout her career as an elementary school teacher. Their bond was built on a shared commitment to caring for and nuturing others.
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Anne believed that through her work with HASKD, Sammi's dream would continue to live on. She was devoted to carrying forward that mission-sharing the same love, compassion, and commitment to children that meant so much to Sammi.
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Anne was a true force within the fund. She approached every task with a smile, spreading positivity wherever she went. She was always eager to speak about her niece and to help others understand the heart and purpose of HASKD.
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She will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. Her impact on the fund has been profound and her contributions will continue to bring smiles to so many.
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Rest in peace, Anne, and know how meaningful and impactful your journey here on earth has been.
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With all our love, gratitude, and warmth.
HASKD Secretary
