TIS (almost) THE SEASON!!! A letter from Shannon Nisbet at Family Service Association is attached. PLEASE consider helping in any way you can, even if you can just send a little money. Just try to imagine a family of children that will see no Christmas at all!! Because of our efforts last year Family Service was able to fill EVERY SINGLE family request. For those of you that did not participate, please consider it this year. This is such a rewarding gesture at Christmas. Visit Family Service Association at www.family-service.org
Help for the Holidays!
The downturn in the economy has impacted all of us, but it has been especially cruel on the poorest and most vulnerable. This year, more than any other in the history of our Adopt-a-Family program, we need your help. As you know, for over 106 years Family Service Association has worked to make a difference in our community and as part of that mission, we have sponsored the annual holiday Adopt-A-Family program for the past 17 years. This heartwarming program has brightened the season for many families. Their extremely limited financial resources prevent them from providing gifts, or even a special meal for their family is out of the question. More than 80% of those we serve have incomes below the poverty level. Through the generosity of hundreds of volunteers, last year Family Service Association was able to help make the holidays a little brighter for children, families and seniors.
We thank you for your past support of the Adopt-A-Family program. Last year alone the sprit of giving shown by you and others helped 3,000 people experience a happy holiday. We will have more than 800 families request help this year. We hope that you’ll choose to work with us again to provide this much-needed service to the community.
You can help by adopting one or more families. They need household items, warm clothing, food, and toys. Volunteers can select from hundreds of families to ensure you get the one that best meets your individual needs. You may choose to deliver the items or we can arrange delivery for you. If you are pressed for time you may make a tax deductible contribution and we will do the shopping for you. If you would like to participate, please contact me at 299-2400, or you may e-mail me at sgnisbet@family-service.org. Please accept our deepest thanks for your past support and generosity. Your participation will let the true meaning of the season shine in our community.
Sincerely,


