When it comes to collecting donations for the victims of Hurricane Matthew who are rebuilding in Haiti, Agnes Cooper is leading a group of volunteers selflessly.
"I come here at 8 in the morning. I wouldn't leave until 9 at night. I would only have breakfast. I am here all day. But the point is, I knew that I was helping people," said Cooper.
The New Brighton resident tells us she and friends from the First United Christian Church have been boxing up essentials like clothes and blankets in addition to toys for the thousands that lost their homes and possessions in the storm.
"Basically, they need anything we can acquire because people have absolutely nothing," said Lloyd Land, Pastor of First United Christian Church.
The worst of the storm hit southwest Haiti near Les Anglais on October 4. Hundreds died, and for the people left, most of their possessions washed away.
Land says the Haitian Consulate has been keeping him informed on the desolate situation in the region. He says many people lost everything and only had the clothes on their backs. They are also paying to ship the boxes.
Meanwhile, Cooper says she has been storing dozens of boxes in her home.
"I always loved taking care of children. When I was running my day care, there were parents that could not afford it. I used to make them bring their kids free of charge," Cooper saidd.
Several local businesses on the north shore also donated items to the collection, including a thrift store on Water Street in Stapleton.
"I am very happy because some people need help," said the business owner.
Most of the boxes of donated items shipped out on Thursday.
"I hope one day to land in Haiti and give these people a hug," said Cooper.
Until then, Cooper says she will continue collecting, storing and shipping boxes to those in need.