Shoe Boxes of Kindness 2020
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Every kid deserves to have Christmas.
I have been with my little (Big Brother Big Sister) for about 6 years now. Each year we try to do something special for those that need it. I wasn’t surprised when I asked him last year what he thought we should do. It all started with a friend. He told me the story about her and it broke my heart. Living with extended family here in the Newport/Cincinnati area, her and her brother would not have Christmas. Simply put, her family couldn’t afford it. After telling me about his friend, that is when he said "Mr Craig, every kid deserves Christmas". At that moment I turned to Will and said, what if we did something bigger? What if we helped more than just your friend? Well, we did! Last year we set out to build 30 shoeboxes to get to kids in need and with YOUR love/support/prayers we built 115! This year we are at it again and with even bigger dreams. With COVID, there are even more kids out there that need hope. Hope through us.
You see, there are many kids at Newport KY high school alone that are considered homeless. To me, this is heart wrenching. Through contacting the Brighton Center in Newport (local shelter) I found out that in 2018 over 1,000 families which included 1,640 CHILDREN participated in their annual Holiday Drive. 1,600+ kids that may not have a Christmas in 2020. Every kid deserves a Christmas right?
Faith. That is what this cause is all about. Giving kids all over the Newport KY area a mustard seed of faith. We all take faith for granted however many kids out there grow up without it. Without faith in their family. Without faith in their position in life. Without faith in the love of Christ. Most importantly without faith in themselves. You see all these kids need is a mustard seed. A mustard seed of kindness which can overtake their hearts and provide much more than the toys inside a shoebox, OUR love. It is that seed of love that changes perspective on life.
Help me finish the next few weeks strong for Will and many other kids out there by supporting our "Shoe Boxes of Kindness". Over the next 3-4 weeks we will be putting together shoe boxes that have not only toys but key essentials we often take for granted. Each shoe box costs about $10 and our goal is to break our 115 mark from last year! Every $1 counts. Even if it is just a simple prayer. Thank you so much for all the support. I am truly blessed to be supported by so many loving friends and family through this fundraiser!
For more information about Brighton Center Inc visit https://www.brightoncenter.com/contact: To create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership. They will achieve this mission by creating an environment that rewards excellence and innovation, encourages mutual respect, and maximizes resources.
For more information or interested in becoming a Big through Big Brother Big Sisters visit https://www.bigsforkids.org/volunteer.html: Being a Big Brother or Big Sister in Greater Cincinnati is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do and one of the most rewarding. Mentoring has a huge impact on the children we serve. 100% are in school, 99% are not involved with the juvenile justice system, 99% are substance-abuse free. Whether it is their Community or Site based program you will/can surely make an impact in a kids life!
I have been with my little (Big Brother Big Sister) for about 6 years now. Each year we try to do something special for those that need it. I wasn’t surprised when I asked him last year what he thought we should do. It all started with a friend. He told me the story about her and it broke my heart. Living with extended family here in the Newport/Cincinnati area, her and her brother would not have Christmas. Simply put, her family couldn’t afford it. After telling me about his friend, that is when he said "Mr Craig, every kid deserves Christmas". At that moment I turned to Will and said, what if we did something bigger? What if we helped more than just your friend? Well, we did! Last year we set out to build 30 shoeboxes to get to kids in need and with YOUR love/support/prayers we built 115! This year we are at it again and with even bigger dreams. With COVID, there are even more kids out there that need hope. Hope through us.
You see, there are many kids at Newport KY high school alone that are considered homeless. To me, this is heart wrenching. Through contacting the Brighton Center in Newport (local shelter) I found out that in 2018 over 1,000 families which included 1,640 CHILDREN participated in their annual Holiday Drive. 1,600+ kids that may not have a Christmas in 2020. Every kid deserves a Christmas right?
Faith. That is what this cause is all about. Giving kids all over the Newport KY area a mustard seed of faith. We all take faith for granted however many kids out there grow up without it. Without faith in their family. Without faith in their position in life. Without faith in the love of Christ. Most importantly without faith in themselves. You see all these kids need is a mustard seed. A mustard seed of kindness which can overtake their hearts and provide much more than the toys inside a shoebox, OUR love. It is that seed of love that changes perspective on life.
Help me finish the next few weeks strong for Will and many other kids out there by supporting our "Shoe Boxes of Kindness". Over the next 3-4 weeks we will be putting together shoe boxes that have not only toys but key essentials we often take for granted. Each shoe box costs about $10 and our goal is to break our 115 mark from last year! Every $1 counts. Even if it is just a simple prayer. Thank you so much for all the support. I am truly blessed to be supported by so many loving friends and family through this fundraiser!
For more information about Brighton Center Inc visit https://www.brightoncenter.com/contact: To create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education, employment, and leadership. They will achieve this mission by creating an environment that rewards excellence and innovation, encourages mutual respect, and maximizes resources.
For more information or interested in becoming a Big through Big Brother Big Sisters visit https://www.bigsforkids.org/volunteer.html: Being a Big Brother or Big Sister in Greater Cincinnati is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do and one of the most rewarding. Mentoring has a huge impact on the children we serve. 100% are in school, 99% are not involved with the juvenile justice system, 99% are substance-abuse free. Whether it is their Community or Site based program you will/can surely make an impact in a kids life!
Organizer
Craig Gliva
Organizer
Newport, KY