Opinion

Thanks for support of holiday gift drive

Posted January 30, 2013 4:00 am

I wanted to write to thank fellow Lake County residents who generously gave of their time and means to help impact thousands of hurting kids this Christmas. Together we were able to pack more than 23,800 shoe boxes — filled with toys, school supplies and basic necessities-for Operation Christmas Child.

Our packed shoe box gifts, joined by millions of others, are now on their way to needy children in more than 100 countries. During the 2012 collection season, Operation Christmas Child reached a milestone — more than 100 million children have been impacted by the power of a simple gift since 1993.

I would like to thank the volunteers at our local collection sites and all those who packed an Operation Christmas Child shoe box gift. For many of the children who receive these gifts, this shoe box will be the first gift they have ever received.

There are year-round volunteer opportunities available to serve with Operation Christmas Child. Find out how you can use your gifts and talents to make a difference in children’s lives around the world by visiting www.samaritanspurse.org or by calling (913) 831-4466.

Thank you again to everyone who participated in this project. A simple gift, packed with love, can communicate hope and transform the lives of children worldwide.

Sincerely,

Joe Christian, Regional Director

Lower Midwest Region, Operation Christmas Child

Grayslake

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