Erin O’Boyle is the May 2017 Cape Kid of the Month

Meet Erin O’Boyle, A Star on and Off the Field

It gives me great pleasure to introduce to you our Cape Kid of the Month, Erin O’Boyle. Erin is a freshman at Georgian Court University in New Jersey.  As most college students, Erin can be found studying in the library, attending classes, “hanging out” with her friends, and playing softball with the Lady Lions.

From the time she was in second grade, Erin has been helping others. When she was just eight years old, Erin would go to a family friend’s house every day after school to help a mother with three very young boys. She would play with the boys, help change diapers, and assist with homework.

Shortly after beginning third grade, Erin became an Alter Server at St. Theresa’s Parish in Kenilworth, New Jersey, where she continues to serve to date.  During her elementary school years Erin could be found helping others on a regular basis. Her mother, Merrily, proudly exclaims that teachers always praised Erin for her selflessness and the care and compassion she gave to her classmates.   She never hesitated to stand up for someone or for what was right.

As Erin grew into a fine young woman, her heart only grew bigger. She blossomed into a talented softball player, who was a valued member of the David Brearly Bears Girls Basketball and Softball Team.  Her former high school teacher, Mrs. Marranca, commented that, “Erin is a joy to have in class. She can often be found helping others and strives to be the best she can.”

During the last three years of High School, Erin gave up two to three weeks of her summer to volunteer at Smart Fun Camps, where she helped students with reading, writing, and math. She also volunteered in her church’s Youth Group and continued her Alter Serving at church.

In a Fios News 1 segment on Wear The Cape, Erin expressed her gratitude to Wear the Cape for our work with young children. She stated how proud she was to be a part of such a special organization that helps others. “It’s important to help others,” she proclaimed – and this is how she lives her life.

Even with her tough college courses and softball schedule, Erin continues to find time to help others. Rather than go to an island for Spring Break, Erin volunteered to spend one week helping to rebuild an old house as a service project with Habitat for Humanity.

Erin has shown us that you can bring good works and kindness with you to college. Thank you, Erin for being a great Cape Kid and for Wearing YOUR Cape daily.