Making A Difference this Holiday Season
The latest data shows that 37 million Americans are living inpoverty. Families continue to remain displaced in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Military families are still waiting for loved ones to return home. In fact, a greater portion of families and their children live in poverty in America today than three decades ago. The season is a time for giving, and giving to those less fortunate is rewarding for you and a great way to show your children the true meaning of this pecial season.
Make-A-Wish Foundation, www.wish.org
–This program’s goal is to provide children who
have life-threatening medical conditions the opportunity to realize their greatest wish,
whether it is meeting an admired athlete, riding a horse or visiting a theme park.
Be An Elf, www.beanelf.org
–Each year, millions of children send Christmas lists to
Santa Claus and his elves via the U.S. Postal Service. The Be An Elf program helps
volunteers obtain a real letter written by a child in need and fulfill his or her dreams.
Toys For Tots, www.toysfortots.org
–Established by the Marine Corps, Toys For Tots
allows participants to donate unwrapped toys at a number of drop sites located
throughout the country. Cash and vehicle donations are also accepted.
