Turtle
Wing is a non-profit organization aimed at helping children and families in our
rural area. In a special event held on Thursday, Jan. 19 at Senglemann Hall,
Chris Hooper along with his wife DeeAnn, founder of Turtle Wing Foundation, and
its board of directors shared “Jack’s Story” with a crowd of nearly 200 people.
The 20 minute documentary created by DeeAnn Hooper and Trent Heady tells the
story of Jackson Allan Hooper who died suddenly on April 5, 2011. The autopsy
report concluded that the cause of death was “a viral-like syndrome of unknown
etiology”. Please view “Jack’s Story” under ABOUT tab. The
movie chronicles Jack’s challenges with autism and the ways his family was able
to persevere and overcome its own challenges to get Jack everything he needed
to succeed. It also explained the mission and purpose of Turtle Wing
Foundation.
Turtle Wing has been founded to help families, not only families
affected by Autism, but all families who struggle with learning
differences. The proposed counties of service include: Fayette, Colorado,
Lavaca, Victoria, Gonzales, Lee, Washington, Austin, Ft. Bend and DeWitt.
Since the movie premiere event, Turtle Wing Foundation has
received over $6,000 to help start work for children and families. Numerous
businesses and community members have generously contributed to this worthy
cause but more help is needed to successfully assist the countless
families. On April 28, 2012, the foundation will host the First Annual
Jack Hooper Day at the Ballpark and Homerun Derby at the Schulenburg Sports
Complex. This event will start with a 5k Walk/Run beginning at 9 a.m. and
opening ceremonies at 11 a.m. There will be a homerun derby hitting contest for
baseball fans of all ages, a “fun zone” for the kids, music, silent auction and
plenty of food, drink and snacks. Mark your calendars for a full day of
family fun for a great cause!
