The Stories

Passion for Animals

I first learned of the "The Giving Keys" from Nordstrom's. I immediately read the story behind it and loved it! I will be giving my DREAM key necklace to the...

Restoration of Hope

A friend purchased the key "Hope" for me. At 41 and single, finding love has been a journey. Over the past 10 years, dating has been very disappointing and defeating....

Everlasting Love

Mother's Day 2015 our family attended Willowcreek Community Church in South Barrington, IL. Pat Kelley, the love of my life, high school sweetheart, and loving husband for nearly 37 years,...

Strength to Continue

This key was given to me at my mothers memorial. She was my best friend. She went in with stomach pains and was diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic cancer March 17th,...

The Healing Process

Growing up in an abusive home was very difficult. But the most difficult part was becoming an adult and not knowing why I felt so insecure, depressed, anxious and unloved....

Giving Keys or Car Keys?

My best friend Brienna and I have been inseparable since the 5th grade and have shared countless memories over the years. We spend so much time together yet never get...