Santa came again this year – Jim Mackie, M.Ed, ATC, LAT

Jan 1, 2013 | Blog

I had the opportunity over the Christmas Holidays to share in the joy of giving. Working with a charitable organization HOPE worldwide Jacksonville Chapter we received a call from a generous gentleman who gave a significant contribution to provide 51 bicycles to needy children on Jacksonville’s northside. His specific request was that they go to kids in this area as he grew up as a child here and knew the joy that came when a special treat was shared. Seeing the joy on the faces of the children as the bikes were delivered by a partner organization All My Sons Movers was a real encouragement, especially as they were delivered to an Elementary School the same time as the horrific events were taking place at another school in Connecticut. Giving is a joy and lifts the hearts of many. As we approach this new year, realize we can encourage each other daily, it’s easy to do and makes a real difference in the lives of each person we meet.

About Jim Mackie

JIM GRADUATED FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA AND RECEIVED A MASTERS DEGREE FROM EAST- ERN KENTUCKY. HE IS A CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER AND IS LICENSED BY THE STATE OF FLORIDA. HIS WORK EXPERIENCE INCLUDES: ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, BRAINTREE HOSPITAL OUT-PATIENT REHABILITATION & SPORTS MEDICINE AND BROCKTON HIGH SCHOOL, RIVERSIDE HOSPITAL & BAPTIST ST. VINCENT’S HEALTH SYSTEM, HEALTHSOUTH REHABILITATION, AND ST. VINCENT’S REHABILITATION & SPORTS MEDICINE. JIM ALSO SERVES AS A PRECEPTOR FOR THE ATHLETIC TRAINING CURRICULUM WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA.

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