The hart Project

08/16/2026

2 more weeks and we’re back!!!

For September we’ll be collaborating back with Hilltop Neighborhood House in Valparaiso & Nana’s Learning Center in Winfield.

If you or anyone you know would like to make cards for The hART Project DM me please!!! 🖌️

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July! 💙❤️🤍

06/19/2026

To The hART Project family:

I’ve taken a few months off due to personal reasons. I’m still trying to get back to some “normal” before I start our project back up! Also, with school being out, I decided that I will resume The hART Project back up in September. That gives me time to heal and for the kiddies to get back in school.

I have also relocated to Crown Point from Valparaiso! This means that I will be looking for places in Crown Point (daycares, school programs, groups, etc.) to make cards for me to distribute to nursing homes. My DM’s are always open for anyone who would be interested in making cards beginning in September!

Thank you 💙🎨🩵

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from The hART Project to you 🐥🌷🍓

03/20/2026

Thank you so much for the cards! This month I delivered cards to the Life Care Center of Valparaiso and they loved them! Hopefully we can work together soon ❤️

Family Moments That Make a Difference

Family House was happy to partner with The hart Project this month.

The Hart Project collects handmade cards with uplifting messages from organizations and shares them with local assisted living facilities to brighten the days of residents.

During supervised visitations at Family House, our families embraced the chance to give back and let their creativity shine. This activity allowed families to share meaningful moments together while modeling values of kindness and community care.

We extend our thanks to our intern, Arianna, for coordinating this effort and to our families for their generosity in bringing moments of joy to others.

03/16/2026

Hey guys! The March turnout was so good for St.Patrick’s Day Cards!

Thank you everyone 🫶🏼

I unfortunately forgot to take pictures of the cards and they were so good!

One of the places I collaborate with are unable to do cards for April because of spring enrollment. They make so many cards for me and I’m very thankful!

With that, I will not have as many cards as I need for the nursing homes.

If anyone is interested in making cards for The hART Project feel free to get in contact with me.

I’m open to anything as far as daycares, afterschool programs, community members, etc! Feel free to DM me and we can work something out!

Best regards, Carly Parker ❤️🎨

02/26/2026

We will be doing card pickups/meet ups around March 10th! If anyone would like to make cards for The hART Project send me a DM. Any cards are appreciated. This month we’re trying to incorporate St.Patrick’s Day cards to be festive! ☘️💚

02/13/2026

This month has been the biggest month for card donations! Hilltop, The Boys & Girls Club, a Girl Scouts Troop, Alex (who makes her own cards) & friends all participated. Ages 4 and 5 at Hilltop even made heart magnets! I brought the cards to Aviva Valparaiso this evening in time for Valentine’s Day tomorrow. ❤️

Fun fact: I LOVE Valentine’s Day because I’m a huge lover girl. I love love and feel like everyone needs to be appreciated. That’s a major reason I started The hART Project! 🥰

Thank you everyone & I’m excited for next month! 🎨

02/04/2026

I’m overwhelmed with the love and support I’ve gotten from community members, friends and family! You guys helped me triple my card collection for the month of February so far. Thank you to everyone 🫶🏼