Holiday Fundraiser: Toys for Kids in Need
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For the second holiday season, this December I’m raising money to do a large purchase of toys to donate to local groups around Portland that work with social workers, shelters, and other community resources to identify children in need or families who may be struggling to afford holiday gifts for their kids.
Last year after everyone’s generosity, I was able to deliver 257 presents with $2312. These ranged from $1-10 stocking stuffers to $40 popular toys. Lots of classic games, fun science related toys, dolls, sports balls, Razor scooters, RC vehicles, and lots of coloring supplies and activities.
After 2020, it was hard to imagine things getting worse... 2021 has proven to be much worse financially for many as the pandemic continues, and money and housing issues have increased. The disparities many face disproportionately affect low-income families. Over the course of this year, many have lost homes, lost health insurance, and gotten deeper and deeper into debt.
I’m raising money to help provide these families and their children with the happiness they deserve during the holidays.
Throughout December I’ll be driving to local stores to get a variety of gifts for children of different ages with donations received, and will deliver them to local groups to get them into the hands of kids that need them. Like last year, I will prioritize weekly sales to maximize the amount of presents we can provide. I will be providing receipts on here for accountability after purchase and drop off.
Thank you in advance for supporting this fundraiser, and giving kids and families some cheer this holiday season!
I’m raising money to help provide these families and their children with the happiness they deserve during the holidays.
Throughout December I’ll be driving to local stores to get a variety of gifts for children of different ages with donations received, and will deliver them to local groups to get them into the hands of kids that need them. Like last year, I will prioritize weekly sales to maximize the amount of presents we can provide. I will be providing receipts on here for accountability after purchase and drop off.
Thank you in advance for supporting this fundraiser, and giving kids and families some cheer this holiday season!
Organizer
Travis Abbott
Organizer
Portland, OR