ABOUT US
Our history
The "You were appreciated" cards and website are modelled on the "You were seen" movement set up in 2019 by Karen Kingsbury, a #1 New York Times Bestselling author. Karen Kingsbury dreamed of a national movement in America where Christians would be generous tippers and tell people who serve them that they are seen.
Aotearoa New Zealand is a different country to America and we are not known for our tipping, but we are known for our friendliness and for being generous in other ways. The last few years have been difficult with the COVID pandemic, as well as with other disasters, and it has been especially difficult for people who serve us in our communities. It is important that they know that they are appreciated and valued.
The "You were appreciated" cards are a way that you can show people in your community that they are appreciated and loved. A kind message of appreciation can go a long way. Just carry the cards with you in your wallet or phone and hand them out as you go through your day. If you wish, you can write your own personal message on the back of the card.
Who gets a "You were appreciated" card?
You can give a card to anyone you interact with in your day: your favourite cafe worker, a paramedic, a volunteer,
a nurse, your GP, your local Pharmacist, a supermarket worker, a taxi driver, a neighbour. That is up to you.
Our Philosophy
Showing kindness and the love of Jesus to people
At You were appreciated, we want to not only show all people that we care about them and appreciate the service that they have given us, but we also want to share what we know about the love of Jesus. Our love for others is modelled on the love Jesus showed all people in his time on earth. He welcomed, healed and loved those that no-one else loved. It is our hope that you will come to know the love of our Saviour, Jesus, in your life through receiving one of our cards or through reading the information on our website.