If you shop at Balducci’s, you know Charlotte.
She’s the 93-year-old woman who works — joyfully, but hard and full-time — as a cashier. (In 2023, she was honored as an “06880” Unsung Hero. Click here for that story.)
Among her many fans is an Instacart shopper named Dan. He writes:
“I deliver groceries for a living, while I’m in the process of looking for a job more aligned with my background. But there must be a bigger reason that I have this job, because it put me in a position to truly bless somebody.
“I pass through Balducci’s several times a week, and I always say hello to Charlotte. She’s so warm and friendly, and always has a positive attitude.
“It breaks my heart to see a 93-year-old woman who reminds me of my grandmother, working so hard at her age.
Charlotte, everyone’s Balducci’s friend.
“I took a video of her and uploaded it to my Facebook profile, alongside a GoFundMe link in case people would want to donate.
“I was fearful that nobody would respond, but hopeful we would raise enough money to give her a nice surprise for the holidays.”
As of yesterday afternoon, over $3,400 was raised. There were many heartwarming messages too.
Dan continues: “I’m filled with gratitude. My faith in humanity has been restored.
“I will present Charlotte with 100% of the donations on Christmas Eve, at 11 a.m.”
Yes, she’s working the day before Christmas.
But — thanks to Charlotte’s many friends and fans — this may be one of the most special, in her nearly full century of life.
(To contribute to Charlotte’s Christmas gift, click here.)