The Gift of Christmas

It is never too young to make a difference.  Future Rotarians shop for the perfect gift!!

 

It has been another challenging year, and the joys of the holiday season that so many of us take for granted can be elusive to some of our neighbours.

Again this year, BEL Rotary is able to provide the gift of Christmas to some families in our community.  BEL Rotarians and friends connect with families through the local schools and purchase, wrap and deliver toys, games, books and clothing specific to the interessts and needs of the children. In addition, shoppers provide the makings of a festive dinner with all the trimmings, food items to help ease the pressure of the holiday season – and of course a few extra treats!

 

It seems it is getting more and more difficult for families to make ends meet and many in our community have to choose between paying the rent, buying food or providing the magic of Christmas.  “It is heartwarming to be able to make a small difference in people’s lives”, said shopper Anita Lamb.  “It is easy to take for granted our many blessings and the opportunity to give back even a little is truly an honour”.  There were tears of joy and hugs of appreciation as the hampers of food and gifts were delivered.

 

It is thanks to the generosity of our community that the BEL Rotary Club is able to take on projects such as this.  We extend a special thank you to John’s Independent grocer in Bridgenorth, The Lakefield Legion and Doane Grant Thornton LLP for your generous donations to this project.  As always, thank you to Terry McQuitty and the Lakefield Herald for promoting the work of BEL Rotary.  You make a difference!!