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Buffalo’s Hearts in Bloom Delivers Love to Grieving Hearts

2/7/2026

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Catherine Szabad founded Hearts in Bloom in Buffalo, New York, to help people grieving a loved one's loss.
After losing her child, Szabad recognized grief's isolation.
The organization delivers free bouquets and gifts to widows and widowers on Valentine’s Day.
In its second year, it mobilized over 300 volunteers and tripled recipients to 135 gift baskets and bouquets.
Szabad dedicates her work to her son and others experiencing loss.

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Story summary

Catherine Szabad founded Hearts in Bloom in Buffalo, New York, to help people grieving a loved one's loss.
After losing her child, Szabad recognized grief's isolation.
The organization delivers free bouquets and gifts to widows and widowers on Valentine’s Day.
In its second year, it mobilized over 300 volunteers and tripled recipients to 135 gift baskets and bouquets.
Szabad dedicates her work to her son and others experiencing loss.