Ana's Gift is collecting new stuffed animals for children who have experienced trauma.

At 16, Ana Hertel embarked on a mission to bring comfort to children experiencing trauma by collecting stuffed animals.

Although Ana died shortly after starting the project, her parents, Lori and Stan Hertel, have continued her mission.

The stuffed animals must be new with tags.

They can be dropped off at Eagle Radio, 2300 Hall; Jeter Law Firm, 1200 Main St #101; Golden Plains Credit Union, 2720 Broadway Ave.; and First Kansas Bank,&nbsp;1200 E. 27th St.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2026/2/1771015651810.jpeg" alt="Members of Women Who Lead donated stuffed animals to Ana's Gift at their last meeting. The charity also donated an additional $500 to purchase more stuffed animals for children who have experienced trauma. Courtesy photo" />
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Stuffed animal donations sought for Ann's Gift